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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Our First Video

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Our First Video

by | Aug 18, 2021 | | 0 |

Hi there and welcome to our first video. We are Deb & Matt. This video footage was intended to be just for some testing, but as a raw first take we loved it when we watched it and is keeping with taking you on the journey from the beginning. The video quality isn't perfect, but neither is a rose until it blooms. The audio isn’t the greatest. But for a first run that’s ok. We know where we went wrong. It is all learning! We are starting a journey setting up a new business together. We have chosen the #kajabi platform to help us launch. Flashy β€œexpert” videos are great (trust us we have been watching plenty) but this is your chance to learn as we learn. If you haven’t heard about Kajabi as an online platform follow this link to check it out at https://app.kajabi.com/r/GzeU6QUq Be sure to subscribe! **Affiliate links disclaimer** As we go on our journey we may post the occasional affiliate link, which means we may earn a small commission. It helps us and we appreciate if you do click through, but you can always just use your favourite search engine and find the product or service that way too.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: LIVE! Cruise Chaos 😳 Overbooked Ship, Grounding Incident & New Fees Explained

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: LIVE! Cruise Chaos 😳 Overbooked Ship, Grounding Incident & New Fees Explained

by | Apr 8, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE 🚒 This week we’re breaking down some of the biggest cruise news stories β€” from passenger perks to cruise chaos and industry changes happening right now. πŸ—žοΈ This week’s cruise news: πŸ‡°πŸ‡· South Korea introduces instant tax refunds for cruise passengers A major policy shift allowing cruise guests to claim VAT refunds more easily during port visits β›½ Fuel surcharges return? StarDream Cruises has introduced new daily fuel charges β€” raising concerns other cruise lines could follow 🚒 Discovery Princess overbooked Passengers were offered compensation and even free cruises not to board due to high demand from over booking. ⚠️ Fiji Princess runs aground A cruise ship ran aground near a famous island location β€” all passengers safe but the ship is damaged πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Virgin Voyages invests in Australia again New Aussie sales team signals a renewed push into the Australian cruise market πŸ’¬ Join us LIVE as we break it all down and hear YOUR thoughts! πŸ‘‰ Would you accept a free cruise to give up your spot? πŸ‘‰ Are fuel surcharges coming back across the industry? πŸ‘‰ Is cruising getting too unpredictable? πŸ‘ Like & Subscribe for weekly cruise news πŸ“Ί Deb & Matt Chat β€” Life, Cruise & Travel This week we will be discussing an exciting range of topics including, cruise news in 2026, cruise fuel surcharge, discovery princess overbooked, cruise overbooking explained, fiji princess grounding, cruise ship accident fiji, south korea cruise tax refund, virgin voyages australia return, cruise industry news, cruise industry updates

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: LIVE! Cruise Chaos 😳 Overbooked Ship, Grounding Incident & New Fees Explained

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: LIVE! Cruise Chaos 😳 Overbooked Ship, Grounding Incident & New Fees Explained

by | Apr 8, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE 🚒

This week we’re breaking down some of the biggest cruise news stories β€” from passenger perks to cruise chaos and industry changes happening right now.

πŸ—žοΈ This week’s cruise news:

πŸ‡°πŸ‡· South Korea introduces instant tax refunds for cruise passengers
A major policy shift allowing cruise guests to claim VAT refunds more easily during port visits

β›½ Fuel surcharges return?
StarDream Cruises has introduced new daily fuel charges β€” raising concerns other cruise lines could follow

🚒 Discovery Princess overbooked
Passengers were offered compensation and even free cruises not to board due to high demand from over booking.

⚠️ Fiji Princess runs aground
A cruise ship ran aground near a famous island location β€” all passengers safe but the ship is damaged

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Virgin Voyages invests in Australia again
New Aussie sales team signals a renewed push into the Australian cruise market

πŸ’¬ Join us LIVE as we break it all down and hear YOUR thoughts!

πŸ‘‰ Would you accept a free cruise to give up your spot?
πŸ‘‰ Are fuel surcharges coming back across the industry?
πŸ‘‰ Is cruising getting too unpredictable?

πŸ‘ Like & Subscribe for weekly cruise news
πŸ“Ί Deb & Matt Chat β€” Life, Cruise & Travel

This week we will be discussing an exciting range of topics including, cruise news in 2026, cruise fuel surcharge, discovery princess overbooked, cruise overbooking explained, fiji princess grounding, cruise ship accident fiji, south korea cruise tax refund, virgin voyages australia return, cruise industry news, cruise industry updates

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cabin Tour 5236 | Interior Quad Room Review & First Impressions

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cabin Tour 5236 | Interior Quad Room Review & First Impressions

by | Apr 5, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome aboard the Carnival Encounter! πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί

In this video, we take you inside Interior Cabin 5236, a quad-share cabin where we’re staying with three people during our Australia Day long weekend cruise.

This is our first impressions + full cabin tour, where we show you:

What the space is REALLY like with 3 guests
Bed configuration and layout
Storage options (and limitations!)
Bathroom setup and usability
Our honest first thoughts on comfort and practicality

If you’re considering an interior cabin on Carnival Encounter, especially for multiple guests, this is a must-watch before you book.

🚒 This is part of our Australia Day Cruise Series, so make sure you subscribe and follow along for:
βœ” Daily vlogs
βœ” Food & dining reviews
βœ” Entertainment and onboard experiences
βœ” Final cabin review at the end of the cruise

πŸ‘‡ Let us know in the comments:
Would YOU stay in an interior cabin with 3 or 4 people?

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚒 Lelepa Controversy, Virgin Returning? A New Terminal & New Ship Reveal

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚒 Lelepa Controversy, Virgin Returning? A New Terminal & New Ship Reveal

by | Apr 1, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE 🚒

Tonight we’re breaking down some of the biggest cruise news stories this week β€” from controversy in the South Pacific to major cruise line moves and brand-new ship announcements.

πŸ—žοΈ This week’s cruise news:

🌴 Lelepa controversy grows
Concerns have been raised by Indigenous leaders in Vanuatu about Royal Caribbean’s plans for a private beach club, including environmental impact and consultation issues

🚒 Virgin Voyages eyes Australia return
Virgin Voyages is β€œdoubling down” on the Aussie market, recruiting locally and planning a comeback after pulling ships from the region

πŸ—οΈ New Auckland cruise terminal announced
Auckland unveils Te Waharōa, a major new cruise terminal set to open in 2027 to support larger ships and growing demand

πŸš€ Hero of the Seas revealed
Royal Caribbean announces its next Icon-class ship, packed with new features and set to launch in 2027

We’ll also be chatting about anything that comes up in the cruise world this week β€” so jump into the chat and be part of the conversation!

πŸ‘‰ Whether you’re planning your next cruise, comparing cruise lines, or just love cruise life β€” this is the place to be.

πŸ’¬ Join the LIVE chat
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