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Professor Melissa

Professor Melissa

🏅Authority Creator
1,207 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon1,356 Total Videos on YouTube84K subscribers

Professor Melissa description on YouTube:

I'm a university professor with a passion for travel, specifically cruising. I use every opportunity to see the world, and I love sharing what I learn along the way with others. Connect with me: TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ www.professormelissa.com Subscribe to my channel for regular cruise content, advice, tips, and strategies, and subscribe to my Cruiseletter at www.profmelissa.com/subscribe to get this same info (in written form) delivered straight to your inbox.

Catalogue CoverageDeep coverage
Deep coverage · Professor Melissa

We’ve analysed 1,207 of 1,400+ videos so far.

Published
1,207
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
1,356
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage89%

Comprehensive read on Professor Melissa's catalogue. The signal below is well-grounded.

Annual Activity
Professor Melissa’s output · year over year

How cruise-focused are they, and how much of it have we analysed?

YearDiscoveredCruise Coverage(cruise-related ÷ discovered)Trip Bacon Coverage(analysed ÷ cruise-related)
  1. 2026
    143
  2. 2025
    610
  3. 2024
    483
  4. 2023
    3
Heat scale
0% → 100%“Discovered” = videos we’ve found for this channel, not necessarily on the site yet.

Topic-by-topic creator consensus

Every topic scored on the Trip Bacon Score — 0 to 5. More bacon, more love.

Strongest Praise
Specialty Dining
50 mentions
Biggest Critique
Wi-Fi
31 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Barely Crispy98 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Solid Strip50 video mentions
Top
Buffet
Barely Crispy27 video mentions
Room Service
No strong opinion25 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
Barely Crispy119 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Barely Crispy54 video mentions
Suites
No strong opinion10 video mentions

Entertainment

Shows
Solid Strip21 video mentions
Top
Nightlife
Barely Crispy21 video mentions
Casino
No strong opinion28 video mentions
Activities
A Nibble26 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
No strong opinion36 video mentions
Low
Water Park
Barely Crispy18 video mentions
Kids & Family
A Nibble98 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
A Nibble11 video mentions
Top

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
Barely Crispy109 video mentions
Embarkation
Barely Crispy101 video mentions
Crew & Service
Barely Crispy156 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
Barely Crispy86 video mentions
Value
No strong opinion303 video mentions
Excursions
Barely Crispy112 video mentions
Wi-Fi
Mild Gripe31 video mentions
Low
Loyalty Program
No strong opinion79 video mentions
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
Happy Bacon — creators loved this aspect
Sad Bacon — creators took issue with this
Meh — no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

About our Bacon Score methodology

Who’s this ship for?

How the ship rates with different travel parties.

Best Match
Solo Travelers
77%
Great fit
Couples
70%
Great fit
Families (Young Kids)
68%
Great fit
Families (Teens)
70%
Great fit
Groups
65%
Great fit
No consensus seals earned yet

Seals are awarded when topics or audiences cross positive thresholds with sufficient volume.

What Creators Are Saying

Selected quotes from our creator panel.

The Good

We had the perfect day in Curacel.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa

Oh my god, that was out of this world.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa

So overall, is it worth it? Absolutely.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa

For 40 bucks, you get a British Colonial day pass that is taxes and fees included, and it includes a meal.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa

At the end of the day, do you need to pay for anything at Coco K? Absolutely not. You don't have to spend a single dime to have a great day at Coco K.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa
The Watch-outs

A band-aid, an ink pen, a fake eyelash, straws, a child's plastic spider ring, must have been Halloween, coins, and a nose ring hoop.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa

I kind of hate it.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa

I can't imagine trying to live my best life, even into my older age, not feeling well on an excursion and being told we'll just head back. It's just absolutely heartbreaking, unforgivable, and devastating.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa

one man on Rap City of the Seas a few days ago took this literally and jumped off the ship because he incurred a massive gambling debt on the ship.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa

Bar none the worst cruise experience I've ever had. Both ship, food, service, everything.

🏅AuthorityProfessor Melissa

Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for Professor Melissa.

  1. If you value dining flexibility, book the Aurea experience to avoid fixed dining times.

  2. Manage your expectations regarding service and food consistency, as they can vary significantly from sailing to sailing.

  3. Confirm the total taxi price before getting in and ask if the bridge toll is included when going to Paradise Island.

  4. Book day passes ahead of time as popular options can sell out during peak periods.

  5. Compare third-party booking sites against cruise line prices, as third-party is almost always cheaper.

  6. Check towel policies in advance, as some expensive water parks require you to bring your own.

  7. Always do the cruise math on your own habits before you ever buy any package, especially the drink package.

  8. Look up your exact ship's youth program hours and the rates before you sail and try to plan your activities and your nights around the free window.

Videos (1207)

Have you been spoiled by bigger, newer ships, or do you prefer the small ones?0:59Compare

Have you been spoiled by bigger, newer ships, or do you prefer the small ones?

🏅 · 12K views · 2 years ago
Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Paradise
What do you think of Carnival Cruise Line’s food? For me, it’s one of my favorites overall.0:59Review

What do you think of Carnival Cruise Line’s food? For me, it’s one of my favorites overall.

🏅 · 16K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Newbie cruisers… here’s what you can expect when disembarking your ship.0:59Tips

Newbie cruisers… here’s what you can expect when disembarking your ship.

🏅 · 496K views · 2 years ago
Positive
unknown0:07

unknown

· 5K views · 2 years ago
Who else can’t stand that annoying cruise ship bed crack?0:22Tips

Who else can’t stand that annoying cruise ship bed crack?

🏅 · 9K views · 2 years ago
Critical
If you’re flying to port Miami or Port Everglades, make sure you do this!0:59Tips

If you’re flying to port Miami or Port Everglades, make sure you do this!

🏅 · 8K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Have you sailed a mega ship yet?0:59Review

Have you sailed a mega ship yet?

🏅 · 1K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Any day now… undefined0:07

Any day now… undefined

· 1K views · 2 years ago
Have you ever sailed from Tampa?0:59Tips

Have you ever sailed from Tampa?

🏅 · 6K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
If you’re cruising to St.0:59Tips

If you’re cruising to St.

🏅 · 15K views · 2 years ago
Positive
Tender ports… do you mind them? I do!0:59Tips

Tender ports… do you mind them? I do!

🏅 · 3K views · 2 years ago
Critical
Taking a cruise soon to Grand Turk. Be careful with this! Do you think this is too harsh?0:59Tips

Taking a cruise soon to Grand Turk. Be careful with this! Do you think this is too harsh?

🏅 · 16K views · 2 years ago
Very Critical
Cruise Luggage Tips: Self Carry or Check? What’s Best?17:29Tips

Cruise Luggage Tips: Self Carry or Check? What’s Best?

🏅 · 5K views · 2 years ago
Positive
Do You Need a Passport to Cruise?8:35Tips

Do You Need a Passport to Cruise?

🏅 · 4K views · 2 years ago
Positive
Virgin Voyages logo
Virgin Voyages
Subscribe for Cruising Reviews, Tips and Recommendations!0:46Tips

Subscribe for Cruising Reviews, Tips and Recommendations!

🏅 · 19K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Cruise Ship Beach Towel Guide: What You Need to Know!3:46Tips

Cruise Ship Beach Towel Guide: What You Need to Know!

🏅 · 1K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Tampa Cruise Port Guide: Everything You Need to Know13:48Tips

Tampa Cruise Port Guide: Everything You Need to Know

🏅 · 32K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Are you paricular about the ship you sail when taking a cruise, or do you prioritize other things?0:59Review

Are you paricular about the ship you sail when taking a cruise, or do you prioritize other things?

🏅 · 10K views · 2 years ago
Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Paradise
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Dream
Do cruise app chat functions work for you? How do you communicate when you’re on board.0:59Tips

Do cruise app chat functions work for you? How do you communicate when you’re on board.

🏅 · 9K views · 2 years ago
Positive
Are there any cruise lines you absolutely refuse to sail?0:23Tips

Are there any cruise lines you absolutely refuse to sail?

🏅 · 76K views · 2 years ago
Very Critical
What other cruise words did I miss?0:59Tips

What other cruise words did I miss?

🏅 · 15K views · 2 years ago
Positive
5 Secrets to Cruising on a Budget: Save Big on Your Next Sailing1:09Tips

5 Secrets to Cruising on a Budget: Save Big on Your Next Sailing

🏅 · 1K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
What locations do you try to avoid?0:59Tips

What locations do you try to avoid?

🏅 · 11K views · 2 years ago
Critical
What’s the first thing you do after getting on board a cruise ship?0:59Tips

What’s the first thing you do after getting on board a cruise ship?

🏅 · 22K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive