RoyalVisit Posted April 20, 2019 #1 Share Posted April 20, 2019 Which LGBT travel and cruise Youtubers are your favorite and why? Have they influenced your decision to take a particular cruise or go to a specific destination? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SC_GAY_Cruiser Posted April 20, 2019 #2 Share Posted April 20, 2019 my favorites are Cruise with Ben and David......they are based in London. They do very funny cruise related videos of all lines, not just a select few. Whether or not you are disabled, Cruising with Wheels also do some crazy vids and will sometimes focus on cruisers with disabilities. Both of these you tubers do not solicit at all and will give you good info on each line from their viewpoints. dave 12 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JP82 Posted April 24, 2019 #3 Share Posted April 24, 2019 Also a big fan of Cruise with Ben and David... Although they definitely aren't from London. But yes a fun UK Based Gay Cruise Vlogging couple!! 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Clay Clayton Posted May 9, 2019 #4 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Also a fan of Ben and David but have to say I put less stock in their opinions since they started accepting complimentary cruises from the various lines. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mab4285 Posted May 13, 2019 #5 Share Posted May 13, 2019 BoosCruize are new to the scene, but also worth watching. I refuse, however, to watch those that just focus on Atlantis cruises. ::shudders:: I already feel bad enough about my body. haha 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obobru Posted May 26, 2019 #6 Share Posted May 26, 2019 I find the gay cruise YouTubers seem to ham it up with the campiness and find it too irritating to watch. I am not sure if they add anything either as they are not focusing the videos on gay cruisers they are aiming at them at everyone or maybe women who love a camp guy telling them how fabulous things are. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hennpaul Posted June 10, 2019 #7 Share Posted June 10, 2019 Well, this has little to do with the topic, but it's fun, and funny. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike x ftc Posted June 14, 2019 #8 Share Posted June 14, 2019 We sort of follow Cruise with Ben and David as they can be entertaining but I have to agree with Clay Clayton, you don't get any form of balanced view as they literally will not say anything negative at all in case they miss out on some freebies!! We do also like Chadcruisers, I think they're from Toronto and their videos are quite good. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanR1982 Posted June 17, 2019 #9 Share Posted June 17, 2019 I have been following chadcruisers. Then there some of our videos too but not as flashy. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booscruize Posted August 14, 2019 #10 Share Posted August 14, 2019 On 5/13/2019 at 8:56 AM, mab4285 said: BoosCruize are new to the scene, but also worth watching. I refuse, however, to watch those that just focus on Atlantis cruises. ::shudders:: I already feel bad enough about my body. haha Just came across this and thank you so much for including BoosCruize in this discussion. LGBT Cruise/Travel vlogs seems to be few and far between! Feel privileged to be able to share our travels! ❤️🛳 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebradleyobrien Posted January 14, 2020 #11 Share Posted January 14, 2020 Thank you guys for mentioning our channel, it’s really touching to know that people enjoy our videos 😊🥰 - Brad & Chris (chadcruisers) 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike x ftc Posted January 22, 2020 #12 Share Posted January 22, 2020 On 1/14/2020 at 11:54 PM, thebradleyobrien said: Thank you guys for mentioning our channel, it’s really touching to know that people enjoy our videos 😊🥰 - Brad & Chris (chadcruisers) Since posting back in June we have become big fans, really loved your recent Regal Vlog's - thank you for sharing your travels. Mike & Andy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surfguyxxx Posted January 29, 2020 #13 Share Posted January 29, 2020 On 5/26/2019 at 1:39 PM, Obobru said: I find the gay cruise YouTubers seem to ham it up with the campiness and find it too irritating to watch. I tend to agree with you boys. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
posspet Posted August 6, 2021 #14 Share Posted August 6, 2021 On 5/9/2019 at 11:20 PM, Clay Clayton said: Also a fan of Ben and David but have to say I put less stock in their opinions since they started accepting complimentary cruises from the various lines. We have enjoyed watching Ben and David for a while but it gets a bit repetitive after a while. Once they have shown you their suite and "look at that David. They provide coat hangers". Ooo ahh I have never eaten this before or never have I swam in a pool before....etc. Ben and David have also started to do in video promotions which along with the advertising immediately makes me change to something else. 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulh84 Posted August 13, 2021 #15 Share Posted August 13, 2021 JJ Cruise is a newer channel. Mostly Carnival and RCL content now so not much interest to me personally but Carnival fans may find it interesting. Also appears they fund their own travel so the coverage may be a little less biased than some. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DenGNNJ Posted August 13, 2021 #16 Share Posted August 13, 2021 (edited) Tips for Travelers with Gary Bembridge is very good. He discusses a lot of different cruise lines. I like Ben & David too, but more for entertainment than for tips about which cruise lines to consider (they recommend MSC, even though they clearly did not like the food on a recent episode). Edited August 13, 2021 by DenGNNJ 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atexsix Posted August 14, 2021 #17 Share Posted August 14, 2021 On 8/13/2021 at 6:21 AM, DenGNNJ said: Tips for Travelers with Gary Bembridge is very good. He discusses a lot of different cruise lines. Same here. He is amazingly knowledgeable. Although his content is not gay-centric per se, which is fine for me, I would not go on a gay theme cruise or charter, but keep that in mind if you do. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beardedladies Posted August 15, 2021 #18 Share Posted August 15, 2021 Definitely like Gary as well - very informative about lots of lines and topics and tells you what's good and what's not. Got tired of Ben and David for the same reasons as others have alluded to - everything is a gushing over-reaction and it gets boring quickly. We've also started watching cruise monkeys (Luke and Gav) who are quite good fun. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rotterdam Posted August 15, 2021 #19 Share Posted August 15, 2021 On 6/9/2019 at 8:57 PM, hennpaul said: Well, this has little to do with the topic, but it's fun, and funny. OMG.....It's like they captured a CARNIVORE CRUISE LINE cruise.,.. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muchofamuchness Posted August 16, 2021 #20 Share Posted August 16, 2021 So I'm actually a big fan of Ben and David's videos. I actively like the boundless enthusiasm / occasional silliness, though I appreciate that's not for everyone. I probably wouldn't go to them for reviews - this isn't a particular dig at them but I'm sceptical of most YouTubers because they have to stay close to the cruise lines to get the access they want. They typically aren't very critical but I suppose I've learned to read between the lines. However I enjoy their cruise vlogs - they're very good at capturing the excitement of cruises and showing what they can be, particularly to people who haven't cruised before. Equally the sheer production quality of their ship tour videos is a cut above most other cruise YouTubers - and also pretty consistent, meaning that you can use them to compare the look and feel of different ships. In terms of who I *trust*, it's probably Gary Bembridge. His videos aren't particularly glitzy (though I've noticed he's relaxed into his YouTube persona over time) but his tips are based on real experience and you sense that, even if he does accept press trips etc., he's not dependent on those and so doesn't come across as beholden to the cruise lines. I noticed that particularly on Twitter he's notably absent from the usual cruise YouTuber fawning whenever a cruise line announces anything. He seems to be more capable of taking a step back and analysing things critically. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP&LK Posted August 17, 2021 #21 Share Posted August 17, 2021 On 8/15/2021 at 7:08 PM, beardedladies said: Definitely like Gary as well - very informative about lots of lines and topics and tells you what's good and what's not. Got tired of Ben and David for the same reasons as others have alluded to - everything is a gushing over-reaction and it gets boring quickly. We've also started watching cruise monkeys (Luke and Gav) who are quite good fun. Awww thank you for the mention! Our vlogs are just us having fun and sharing our holiday, so always good to hear others find them fun 😀 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
castlebello Posted August 18, 2021 #22 Share Posted August 18, 2021 19 hours ago, GP&LK said: Awww thank you for the mention! Our vlogs are just us having fun and sharing our holiday, so always good to hear others find them fun 😀 We always enjoy your videos and look forward to seeing your recent Brintannia trip! Though we have no idea how you make it through to 2am 😀 ... we must be getting old 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beardedladies Posted August 18, 2021 #23 Share Posted August 18, 2021 On 8/17/2021 at 6:11 PM, GP&LK said: Awww thank you for the mention! Our vlogs are just us having fun and sharing our holiday, so always good to hear others find them fun 😀 You're welcome, it's always good to watch people enjoying themselves. You would definitely drink us under the table though! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DenGNNJ Posted August 19, 2021 #24 Share Posted August 19, 2021 On 8/16/2021 at 6:19 AM, muchofamuchness said: So I'm actually a big fan of Ben and David's videos. I actively like the boundless enthusiasm / occasional silliness, though I appreciate that's not for everyone. I probably wouldn't go to them for reviews - this isn't a particular dig at them but I'm sceptical of most YouTubers because they have to stay close to the cruise lines to get the access they want. They typically aren't very critical but I suppose I've learned to read between the lines. However I enjoy their cruise vlogs - they're very good at capturing the excitement of cruises and showing what they can be, particularly to people who haven't cruised before. Equally the sheer production quality of their ship tour videos is a cut above most other cruise YouTubers - and also pretty consistent, meaning that you can use them to compare the look and feel of different ships. In terms of who I *trust*, it's probably Gary Bembridge. His videos aren't particularly glitzy (though I've noticed he's relaxed into his YouTube persona over time) but his tips are based on real experience and you sense that, even if he does accept press trips etc., he's not dependent on those and so doesn't come across as beholden to the cruise lines. I noticed that particularly on Twitter he's notably absent from the usual cruise YouTuber fawning whenever a cruise line announces anything. He seems to be more capable of taking a step back and analysing things critically. 100% agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JP82 Posted August 20, 2021 #25 Share Posted August 20, 2021 It also seemed like B&D were over critical of Iona on their recent vlogs, this was in the same video where they ranted about paying for the cruise etc, and always being honest. Which I found jarring, as I'm sure they have been on paid cruises by some of the lines and definitely blown smoke up their Afts. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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