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TravelOnly with Ken

TravelOnly with Ken

🥈Expert Creator
138 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon155 Total Videos on YouTube1K subscribers

TravelOnly with Ken description on YouTube:

TravelOnly with Ken brings clarity, depth, and expert insight to the world of premium and luxury cruising. This channel is designed for discerning travelers who want more than surface-level reviews. Here you will find structured explanations of leading cruise lines, along with detailed itinerary guides, expedition education, and cultural enrichment that enhances every journey. Whether you are choosing your first luxury cruise or planning an advanced adventure like Antarctica or the Northwest Passage, this channel provides the knowledge, context, and confidence to make informed decisions. TravelOnly Head Office (TICO#4316071): 202-325A West Street, Brantford, ON, Canada N3R3V6 Email: kengraham@travelonly.com

Catalogue Coverage
Established read · TravelOnly with Ken

We’ve analysed 138 of 155 videos so far.

Published
138
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
155
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage89%

Solid sample of TravelOnly with Ken's catalogue — the patterns below should be reliable.

Annual Activity
TravelOnly with Ken’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
    17
  2. 2025
    62
  3. 2024
    67
  4. 2023
    5
Heat scale
0% → 100%“Discovered” = videos we’ve found for this channel, not necessarily on the site yet.
Live Reviews

What Creators Are Saying About TravelOnly with Ken

Topic-by-topic creator consensus

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

Strongest Praise
Casino
2 mentions
Biggest Critique
Interior Cabins
6 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Seriously Tasty27 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Seriously Tasty14 video mentions
Buffet
Solid Strip4 video mentions
Room Service
Solid Strip3 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
A Nibble6 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Seriously Tasty13 video mentions
Suites
Seriously Tasty10 video mentions

Entertainment

Nightlife
Seriously Tasty2 video mentions
Casino
Seriously Tasty2 video mentions
Top
Activities
Seriously Tasty4 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
Seriously Tasty3 video mentions
Top
Kids & Family
Solid Strip7 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
Seriously Tasty13 video mentions
Top

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
Seriously Tasty22 video mentions
Embarkation
Seriously Tasty2 video mentions
Crew & Service
Seriously Tasty39 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
A Nibble27 video mentions
Value
Solid Strip74 video mentions
Excursions
Seriously Tasty49 video mentions
Wi-Fi
Solid Strip6 video mentions
Loyalty Program
Solid Strip4 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
Couples
90%
Loved

Consensus Seals

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

Foodie Favorite
Dining consistently praised
Date Night Ready
High sentiment from couples
Veteran Approved
Experienced cruisers endorse this ship
Serenity Spot
Outstanding spa & fitness experience

What Creators Are Saying

Selected quotes from our creator panel.

The Good

Let the music take me higher still.

If immersive travel, active exploration, culinary depth, and thoughtfully designed itineraries matter to you, Amma Waterways is a river cruise line worth considering.

Castles hidden in morning mist, festive markets a glow, and fireworks to greet the new year.

After years in corporate life, I followed my heart and became a travel adviser, helping family, friends, and now you discover joy and meaning in every journey.

My hope is that the stories I share here inspire you to create your own.

The Watch-outs

think River Cruises are cramped expensive and only for seniors let's bust these myths

It may seem harmless, but it can lead to overpopulation, dependency on human food, pollution, and even the spread of disease.

That's why local authorities sometimes issue fines, often around €50, for feeding animals in parks or along waterways.

we were informed that we needed to return to Argentina a passenger had injured her hip

though he left disappointed finding no treasure

Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for TravelOnly with Ken.

  1. Book early, typically 18 to 24 months before departure.

  2. Place a deposit to lock in price and cabin without paying in full immediately.

  3. Consider travel insurance options for peace of mind.

  4. Book airfare through the cruise line for potential savings and convenience.

  5. Work with a travel adviser to simplify planning and maximize perks.

  6. Book early, usually 18 to 24 months before departure to lock in pricing on premium cruises.

  7. Book early, usually 18 to 24 months before departure, to lock in pricing on premium cruises.

  8. Understand the company behind the ship matters when investing in a premium river cruise.

Videos (138)

Welcome to TravelOnly with Ken0:50Vlog

Welcome to TravelOnly with Ken

🥈 · 258 views · 7 months ago
Highly Positive
Antarctica Cruise EP4: Orne Harbour, Avalanche, Glacier, Hiking & Penguin Chicks + Packing Tips12:29Vlog

Antarctica Cruise EP4: Orne Harbour, Avalanche, Glacier, Hiking & Penguin Chicks + Packing Tips

🥈 · 259 views · 7 months ago
Highly Positive
Grand Discovery Cruise Ep 1: Basel–Boppard | Rhine Castles & Vineyards [4K] 莱茵河-摩泽尔河16:03Tour

Grand Discovery Cruise Ep 1: Basel–Boppard | Rhine Castles & Vineyards [4K] 莱茵河-摩泽尔河

🥈 · 117 views · 7 months ago
Highly Positive
Grand Discovery Cruise Ep 2: Koblenz–Trier | Moselle Villages & Wine [4K] 莱茵河-摩泽尔河12:13Vlog

Grand Discovery Cruise Ep 2: Koblenz–Trier | Moselle Villages & Wine [4K] 莱茵河-摩泽尔河

🥈 · 154 views · 7 months ago
Highly Positive
Grand Discovery Cruise Ep 3: Cologne–Brussels | Dutch Canals & Belgian Farewell [4K] 莱茵河-摩泽尔河16:35Vlog

Grand Discovery Cruise Ep 3: Cologne–Brussels | Dutch Canals & Belgian Farewell [4K] 莱茵河-摩泽尔河

🥈 · 156 views · 7 months ago
Highly Positive
Epic 15-Day River Cruise 5 Countries 3 Rivers | Rhine, Moselle & Belgium Grand Discovery | Uniworld43:34Tour

Epic 15-Day River Cruise 5 Countries 3 Rivers | Rhine, Moselle & Belgium Grand Discovery | Uniworld

🥈 · 2K views · 8 months ago
Highly Positive
Why Antarctica Should Be Your Next Adventure28:39Review

Why Antarctica Should Be Your Next Adventure

🥈 · 52 views · 8 months ago
Highly Positive
Ken Graham Travel Advisor #travel #travelonlywithken #cruising2:32Tips

Ken Graham Travel Advisor #travel #travelonlywithken #cruising

🥈 · 227 views · 8 months ago
Highly Positive
Black Swans - Roermond Netherlands1:00Vlog

Black Swans - Roermond Netherlands

🥈 · 463 views · 9 months ago
Positive
Cologne Cathedral - Evening Cruise0:58

Cologne Cathedral - Evening Cruise

· 229 views · 9 months ago
Geierlay Suspension Bridge - Germany1:00

Geierlay Suspension Bridge - Germany

· 1K views · 9 months ago
Shanghai Tower2:25Tour

Shanghai Tower

🥈 · 2K views · 10 months ago
Highly Positive
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Shanghai Starbucks Reserve Roastery1:14Tour

Shanghai Starbucks Reserve Roastery

🥈 · 1K views · 10 months ago
Highly Positive
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Shanghai Huangpu River Cruise - Experience Sparkling Skyline1:15

Shanghai Huangpu River Cruise - Experience Sparkling Skyline

· 1K views · 10 months ago
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Viking Cruises Explained (Full Version): All You Need to Know About Viking River, Ocean & Expedition42:36Tips

Viking Cruises Explained (Full Version): All You Need to Know About Viking River, Ocean & Expedition

🥈 · 3K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Viking Cruises Explained (1 of 3): Introduction & River Cruises [4K] 維京郵輪16:13Tips

Viking Cruises Explained (1 of 3): Introduction & River Cruises [4K] 維京郵輪

🥈 · 1K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Viking Cruises Explained (2 of 3): Ocean Cruises [4K] 維京郵輪15:06Review

Viking Cruises Explained (2 of 3): Ocean Cruises [4K] 維京郵輪

🥈 · 2K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Sky
Viking Cruises Explained (3 of 3): Expedition Cruises [4K] 維京郵輪12:21Tour

Viking Cruises Explained (3 of 3): Expedition Cruises [4K] 維京郵輪

🥈 · 1K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Safari & River Cruise1:00Tour

Safari & River Cruise

🥈 · 324 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Mekong River Cruise - Day 16 - AmaWaterways0:54

Mekong River Cruise - Day 16 - AmaWaterways

· 802 views · 1 years ago
Mekong River Cruise - Day 15 - AmaWaterways0:54Vlog

Mekong River Cruise - Day 15 - AmaWaterways

🥈 · 335 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Mekong River Cruise - Day 14 - AmaWaterways0:59Tour

Mekong River Cruise - Day 14 - AmaWaterways

🥈 · 305 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Holland America Line logo
Holland America Line
Mekong River Cruise - Day 13 - AmaWaterways0:58

Mekong River Cruise - Day 13 - AmaWaterways

· 178 views · 1 years ago
Mekong River Cruise - Day 12 - AmaWaterways0:58Tips

Mekong River Cruise - Day 12 - AmaWaterways

🥈 · 136 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive