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Retirement Travelers

Retirement Travelers

🥈Expert Creator
hosted by John
230 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon303 Total Videos on YouTube202K subscribers

Retirement Travelers description on YouTube:

Hi! We’re John & Bev — Retirement Travelers We’re a full-time travel couple who swapped lawn care for luggage and “someday” for right now. In 2020, we sold our home, gave away our stuff, and set off to see what retirement could look like with two backpacks and a lot of curiosity. So far, that’s taken us to 115 countries, all 50 U.S. states, and every National Park in the lower 48 — and we’re still not done. On this channel, we share practical travel tips, lessons we've learned the hard way, and honest advice. And yes… we bring you along on our travelogues too — the beautiful places, the unexpected surprises, and the occasional “well… that didn’t go as planned” moments that make travel memorable. Our goal is simple: to help you travel smarter, easier, and with more confidence, and maybe inspire you to see retirement as the ultimate open door instead of the closing chapter. Happy Journeys! John & Bev Retirement Travelers, LLC is a registered trademark. All rights reserved.

Catalogue CoverageDeep coverage
Deep coverage · Retirement Travelers

We’ve analysed 230 of 303 videos so far.

Published
230
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
303
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage76%

Comprehensive read on Retirement Travelers's catalogue. The signal below is well-grounded.

Annual Activity
Retirement Travelers’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
    18
  2. 2025
    46
  3. 2024
    46
  4. 2023
    65
  5. 2022
    72
  6. 2021
    28
  7. 2020
    27
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
Shows
4 mentions
Biggest Critique
Balcony Cabins
1 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Seriously Tasty4 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Bacon Bliss2 video mentions
Top
Buffet
Seriously Tasty7 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
Seriously Tasty5 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Barely Crispy1 video mention

Entertainment

Shows
Bacon Bliss4 video mentions
Top
Nightlife
Seriously Tasty1 video mention
Activities
Seriously Tasty2 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
Solid Strip2 video mentions
Kids & Family
Seriously Tasty5 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
Seriously Tasty4 video mentions

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
Solid Strip9 video mentions
Crew & Service
Seriously Tasty12 video mentions
Top

Value & Logistics

Booking
Seriously Tasty3 video mentions
Value
Solid Strip28 video mentions
Excursions
Solid Strip20 video mentions
Wi-Fi
Barely Crispy3 video mentions
Loyalty Program
Solid Strip2 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.

Couples
83%
Loved
Best Match
Groups
90%
Loved

Consensus Seals

Auto-awarded when creators consistently praise specific aspects of this ship.

Great Value
Positive consensus on value-for-money
First-Timer Friendly
Highly rated by first-time cruisers
Serenity Spot
Outstanding spa & fitness experience

What Creators Are Saying

Selected quotes from our creator panel.

The Good

I can now say that my number one place on Earth is Raja Ampat in Indonesia

What a beautiful world

our all-time favorite Excursion to date was here not only did we get to see flamingos and the sand dunes but we got the kayak with cape seals

so will we return to the Philippines absolutely yes

we can't wait to bring the grandkids here one day to see it with us

The Watch-outs

unfortunately the day after our aquarium visit our little ginger passed away

we were shocked to receive a negative review from the owner stating that we had moved the furniture and had been poor communicators

this rule is an overreach and really needs to be modified to clear all dogs like annie who come and go from the u.s

our little ginger was not well when we started and we had hoped to give her one last hurrah

the final straw for us was a unit in Budapest we booked a weak stay at a rate of $176 per night which was on the higher end for the area

Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for Retirement Travelers.

  1. Sign up for the newsletter to get information about future trips first.

  2. Join the free Facebook community to share experiences and connect with other travelers.

  3. Visit Comore for its fairy-tale charm and pastel villages.

  4. Explore the Alcase Wine Route near Comore for scenic beauty.

  5. Drink the mineral waters in Carlovar for health benefits.

  6. Climb the church tower in Dresden for amazing views.

  7. Take a day trip to Bratislava from Vienna for a relaxed experience.

  8. Wander aimlessly in Delft to discover its hidden beauty.

Videos (230)

Airbnb Problems & Regrets from Airbnb Stays | Retirement Travel11:06Review

Airbnb Problems & Regrets from Airbnb Stays | Retirement Travel

🥈 · 77K views · 1 years ago
Very Critical
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
How to Pack Like a Pro for Travel Abroad | Advice for Packing Light and Tips17:30Tips

How to Pack Like a Pro for Travel Abroad | Advice for Packing Light and Tips

🥈 · 42K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
10 Retirement Choices We Made for a Successful Post-Retirement | 5 Years Retired19:09Tips

10 Retirement Choices We Made for a Successful Post-Retirement | 5 Years Retired

🥈 · 61K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Panama Canal Cruise Review NCL Joy | Repositioning Cruise | 2025 Retirement Travel14:36Review

Panama Canal Cruise Review NCL Joy | Repositioning Cruise | 2025 Retirement Travel

🥈 · 42K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Joy
+2 more
Travel Costs in 2025 | Full Time Travel Costs, Slow Travel Costs, Budget Travel Costs17:38Tips

Travel Costs in 2025 | Full Time Travel Costs, Slow Travel Costs, Budget Travel Costs

🥈 · 68K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Top Destinations for World Travel in 202615:36Tips

Top Destinations for World Travel in 2026

🥈 · 49K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Oceania Cruises logo
Oceania Cruises
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Business Class Airline Tickets | 14 Cheap Flights for World Travel in 2025 - Retirement Travelers10:25Tips

Business Class Airline Tickets | 14 Cheap Flights for World Travel in 2025 - Retirement Travelers

🥈 · 59K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Traveling the World in Retirement as a Senior Travel Couple16:19Tips

Traveling the World in Retirement as a Senior Travel Couple

🥈 · 20K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Big Changes in 2025 | Retirement Travelers World Travel Update17:02Vlog

Big Changes in 2025 | Retirement Travelers World Travel Update

🥈 · 41K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
10 Things to STOP after Age 50 | Retirement Advice & Tips12:28Tips

10 Things to STOP after Age 50 | Retirement Advice & Tips

🥈 · 112K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Best Travel Gift Ideas, Travel Services, and Travel Brands for 2025 - Retirement Travelers23:40Tips

Best Travel Gift Ideas, Travel Services, and Travel Brands for 2025 - Retirement Travelers

🥈 · 22K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Snowbirding in Florida | The Pros and Cons in 2025 | Retirement Travelers19:47Tips

Snowbirding in Florida | The Pros and Cons in 2025 | Retirement Travelers

🥈 · 26K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
World Cruise | Is it Worth it? | All Inclusive Around the World Cruises | What to Know20:18Tips

World Cruise | Is it Worth it? | All Inclusive Around the World Cruises | What to Know

🥈 · 59K views · 1 years ago
Critical
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
10 Best Destinations World Travel in 2025 Retirement Travelers12:31Tips

10 Best Destinations World Travel in 2025 Retirement Travelers

🥈 · 22K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
20 World Travel Mistakes to Avoid in 2025! | Retirement Travelers Tips17:56Tips

20 World Travel Mistakes to Avoid in 2025! | Retirement Travelers Tips

🥈 · 74K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
10 Best Countries to Visit for Long Term Stays or Slow Travel11:52Tips

10 Best Countries to Visit for Long Term Stays or Slow Travel

🥈 · 176K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Oceania Cruises logo
Oceania Cruises
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Three minutes of Taj Mahal Information | Agra, India2:48Tips

Three minutes of Taj Mahal Information | Agra, India

🥈 · 108K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Retire Early: How We Did It & What to Know about Early Retirement13:51Tips

Retire Early: How We Did It & What to Know about Early Retirement

🥈 · 75K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Three Minutes of New Delhi India2:56Tips

Three Minutes of New Delhi India

🥈 · 86K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Moving to Mexico and Steps to take to Buy a Home and Live in Mexico - Retirement Travelers9:06Tips

Moving to Mexico and Steps to take to Buy a Home and Live in Mexico - Retirement Travelers

🥈 · 21K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Mexico City (CDMX) Travel Guide2:49Tips

Mexico City (CDMX) Travel Guide

🥈 · 26K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
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World Traveller
The Best Food Tour and Restaurants in Mexico City CDMX (includes map!)11:45Tips

The Best Food Tour and Restaurants in Mexico City CDMX (includes map!)

🥈 · 27K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
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World Traveller
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico Travel Guide2:59Tips

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico Travel Guide

🥈 · 42K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
The Best Place to Live as Expats & Snowbirds in Mexico | San Miguel de Allende13:02Tips

The Best Place to Live as Expats & Snowbirds in Mexico | San Miguel de Allende

🥈 · 67K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller