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TravelOnly with Ken

TravelOnly with Ken

🥈Expert Creator
141 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon156 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 141 of 156 videos so far.

Published
141
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
156
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage90%

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.

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
4 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Seriously Tasty33 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Seriously Tasty15 video mentions
Buffet
Solid Strip4 video mentions
Room Service
Solid Strip3 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
A Nibble4 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Solid Strip21 video mentions
Suites
Seriously Tasty15 video mentions
Top

Entertainment

Nightlife
Seriously Tasty3 video mentions
Casino
Seriously Tasty2 video mentions
Top
Activities
Solid Strip8 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
Seriously Tasty4 video mentions
Kids & Family
Seriously Tasty5 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
Seriously Tasty15 video mentions

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
Seriously Tasty27 video mentions
Top
Embarkation
Seriously Tasty1 video mention
Crew & Service
Seriously Tasty47 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
Solid Strip28 video mentions
Value
Solid Strip82 video mentions
Excursions
Seriously Tasty50 video mentions
Wi-Fi
A Nibble7 video mentions
Loyalty Program
Seriously Tasty5 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.

It's Viking's fifth consecutive year at the top of the chart.

The best itinerary is always the one that speaks to you.

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

The Watch-outs

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

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

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

Don't assume Wi-Fi will always be fast or available.

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

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 early bookings.

  4. Book airfare through the cruise line for deferred payment and potential perks.

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

  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 when investing in a premium river cruise.

Videos (141)

Holiday River Cruise on Rhine - Christmas Markets and New Year [4K] 莱茵河圣诞新年9:00Vlog

Holiday River Cruise on Rhine - Christmas Markets and New Year [4K] 莱茵河圣诞新年

🥈 · 1K views · 8 months ago
Highly Positive
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
AmaWaterways logo
AmaWaterways
Uniworld River Cruises logo
Uniworld River Cruises
Welcome to TravelOnly with Ken – Channel Intro0:50Vlog

Welcome to TravelOnly with Ken – Channel Intro

🥈 · 180 views · 8 months ago
Highly Positive
AmaWaterways logo
AmaWaterways
Uniworld River Cruises logo
Uniworld River Cruises
Oceania Cruises logo
Oceania Cruises
+1 more
Welcome to TravelOnly with Ken0:50Vlog

Welcome to TravelOnly with Ken

🥈 · 304 views · 8 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

🥈 · 270 views · 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Hurtigruten logo
Hurtigruten
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

🥈 · 128 views · 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Uniworld River Cruises logo
Uniworld River Cruises
AmaWaterways logo
AmaWaterways
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

🥈 · 178 views · 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Uniworld River Cruises logo
Uniworld River Cruises
AmaWaterways logo
AmaWaterways
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

🥈 · 162 views · 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Uniworld River Cruises logo
Uniworld River Cruises
AmaWaterways logo
AmaWaterways
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

🥈 · 3K views · 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Uniworld River Cruises logo
Uniworld River Cruises
AmaWaterways logo
AmaWaterways
Uniworld River Cruises logo
S.S. Victoria
Why Antarctica Should Be Your Next Adventure28:39Review

Why Antarctica Should Be Your Next Adventure

🥈 · 56 views · 10 months ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Traveller
Ken Graham Travel Advisor #travel #travelonlywithken #cruising2:32Tips

Ken Graham Travel Advisor #travel #travelonlywithken #cruising

🥈 · 233 views · 10 months ago
Highly Positive
Black Swans - Roermond Netherlands1:00Vlog

Black Swans - Roermond Netherlands

🥈 · 466 views · 10 months ago
Highly Positive
Uniworld River Cruises logo
Uniworld River Cruises
Cologne Cathedral - Evening Cruise0:58

Cologne Cathedral - Evening Cruise

· 231 views · 10 months ago
Uniworld River Cruises logo
Uniworld River Cruises
Geierlay Suspension Bridge - Germany1:00

Geierlay Suspension Bridge - Germany

· 1K views · 10 months ago
Uniworld River Cruises logo
Uniworld River Cruises
Shanghai Tower2:25Tour

Shanghai Tower

🥈 · 2K views · 11 months ago
Highly Positive
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Shanghai Starbucks Reserve Roastery1:14Tour

Shanghai Starbucks Reserve Roastery

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

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

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

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

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

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

🥈 · 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]12:21Tour

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

🥈 · 2K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Safari & River Cruise1:00Tour

Safari & River Cruise

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

Mekong River Cruise - Day 16 - AmaWaterways

· 827 views · 1 years ago
AmaWaterways logo
AmaWaterways
Mekong River Cruise - Day 15 - AmaWaterways0:54Tour

Mekong River Cruise - Day 15 - AmaWaterways

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

Mekong River Cruise - Day 14 - AmaWaterways

🥈 · 322 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
AmaWaterways logo
AmaWaterways
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Cruises USA
Holland America Line logo
Holland America Line