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Professor Melissa

Professor Melissa

πŸ…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 Β· 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 Β· year over year

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

YearDiscoveredCruise Coverage(cruise-related Γ· discovered)Trip Bacon Coverage(analysed Γ· cruise-related)
  1. 2026
    143
  2. 2025
    610
  3. 2024
    483
  4. 2023
    3
Heat scale
0% β†’ 100%β€œDiscovered” = 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 β€” 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 β€” creators loved this aspect
Sad Bacon β€” creators took issue with this
Meh β€” no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = β€œmeh”, 5 = β€œbacon 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

β€œWe had the perfect day in Curacel.”

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β€œOh my god, that was out of this world.”

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β€œSo overall, is it worth it? Absolutely.”

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

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β€œAt 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.”

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The Watch-outs

β€œA 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.”

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β€œI kind of hate it.”

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β€œI 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.”

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β€œone 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.”

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β€œBar none the worst cruise experience I've ever had. Both ship, food, service, everything.”

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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)

Make sure you know this before booking a cruise.0:59Tips

Make sure you know this before booking a cruise.

πŸ… Β· 14K views Β· 2 years ago
Mixed
Make sure you know this before booking a cruise.0:59Tips

Make sure you know this before booking a cruise.

πŸ… Β· 11K views Β· 2 years ago
Mixed
Here’s what to expect if you’re cruising out of the β€œCruise Capital of the World β€œ.0:59Tips

Here’s what to expect if you’re cruising out of the β€œCruise Capital of the World β€œ.

πŸ… Β· 16K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Here’s what to expect if you’re cruising out of the β€œCruise Capital of the World β€œ.0:59Tips

Here’s what to expect if you’re cruising out of the β€œCruise Capital of the World β€œ.

πŸ… Β· 13K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Top Things to Do in Puerto Plata: Amber Cove & Taino Bay2:42Tips

Top Things to Do in Puerto Plata: Amber Cove & Taino Bay

πŸ… Β· 45K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
What You Need To Know Before Visiting Amber Cove Cruise Port6:40Tips

What You Need To Know Before Visiting Amber Cove Cruise Port

πŸ… Β· 45K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
The Cruise Port of San Juan, Puerto Rico2:30Tips

The Cruise Port of San Juan, Puerto Rico

πŸ… Β· 15K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Friends don’t let friends roam at sea.0:59Tips

Friends don’t let friends roam at sea.

πŸ… Β· 16K views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
I loved the history and architecture of Old San Juan at the San Juan, Puerto Rico cruise port.0:59Tour

I loved the history and architecture of Old San Juan at the San Juan, Puerto Rico cruise port.

πŸ… Β· 13K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
This is the one thing I *always* bring on Caribbean cruises.0:20Tips

This is the one thing I *always* bring on Caribbean cruises.

πŸ… Β· 15K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
What medical requests have you made?0:59Tips

What medical requests have you made?

πŸ… Β· 20K views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Not sponsored.. I just love Carnival0:23

Not sponsored.. I just love Carnival

Β· 9K views Β· 2 years ago
Packing tips for your next cruise, courtesy of me0:59Tips

Packing tips for your next cruise, courtesy of me

πŸ… Β· 3.1M views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Are ya’ll *really* skipping this?! πŸ€”0:59Tips

Are ya’ll *really* skipping this?! πŸ€”

πŸ… Β· 14K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
What are your favorite cruise food hacks?0:27Tips

What are your favorite cruise food hacks?

πŸ… Β· 21K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Until my friend did a Burial at Sea, I had no idea it was an option.0:59Tips

Until my friend did a Burial at Sea, I had no idea it was an option.

πŸ… Β· 15K views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
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Royal Caribbean Group
Beaches Near Amber Cove and Taino Bay in Puerto Plata -0:59Tips

Beaches Near Amber Cove and Taino Bay in Puerto Plata -

πŸ… Β· 11K views Β· 2 years ago
Critical
I never leave home (for a cruise) without it!0:17Tips

I never leave home (for a cruise) without it!

πŸ… Β· 374K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Exploring Grand Turk in a Golf Cart: What You Need to Know -0:59Tour

Exploring Grand Turk in a Golf Cart: What You Need to Know -

πŸ… Β· 19K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Meet Stewart 😜0:59Tips

Meet Stewart 😜

πŸ… Β· 179K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Interior Promenade Stateroom Review on Royal Caribbean -0:59Tour

Interior Promenade Stateroom Review on Royal Caribbean -

πŸ… Β· 14K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
No steamers allowed… so what do you do?0:59Tips

No steamers allowed… so what do you do?

πŸ… Β· 10K views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Is the Nassau, Bahamas Cruise Port Safe for Tourists? -0:59Tour

Is the Nassau, Bahamas Cruise Port Safe for Tourists? -

πŸ… Β· 14K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Discovering the St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Cruise Port: Taxis, Beaches & More2:44Tips

Discovering the St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Cruise Port: Taxis, Beaches & More

πŸ… Β· 26K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive