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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 isnโ€™t the greatest. But for a first run thatโ€™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 โ€œexpertโ€ videos are great (trust us we have been watching plenty) but this is your chance to learn as we learn. If you havenโ€™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: 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! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ In this video, we take you inside Interior Cabin 5236, a quad-share cabin where weโ€™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. ๐Ÿšข This is part of our Australia Day Cruise Series, so make sure you subscribe and follow along for: โœ” Daily vlogs โœ” Food & dining reviews โœ” Entertainment and onboard experiences โœ” Final cabin review at the end of the cruise ๐Ÿ‘‡ Let us know in the comments: Would YOU stay in an interior cabin with 3 or 4 people?

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! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ

In this video, we take you inside Interior Cabin 5236, a quad-share cabin where weโ€™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.

๐Ÿšข This is part of our Australia Day Cruise Series, so make sure you subscribe and follow along for:
โœ” Daily vlogs
โœ” Food & dining reviews
โœ” Entertainment and onboard experiences
โœ” Final cabin review at the end of the cruise

๐Ÿ‘‡ 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 ๐Ÿšข Lelepa Controversy, Virgin Returning? A New Terminal & New Ship Reveal

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE ๐Ÿšข Lelepa Controversy, Virgin Returning? A New Terminal & New Ship Reveal

by | Apr 1, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE ๐Ÿšข

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

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ This weekโ€™s cruise news:

๐ŸŒด Lelepa controversy grows
Concerns have been raised by Indigenous leaders in Vanuatu about Royal Caribbeanโ€™s plans for a private beach club, including environmental impact and consultation issues

๐Ÿšข Virgin Voyages eyes Australia return
Virgin Voyages is โ€œdoubling downโ€ on the Aussie market, recruiting locally and planning a comeback after pulling ships from the region

๐Ÿ—๏ธ New Auckland cruise terminal announced
Auckland unveils Te Waharลa, a major new cruise terminal set to open in 2027 to support larger ships and growing demand

๐Ÿš€ Hero of the Seas revealed
Royal Caribbean announces its next Icon-class ship, packed with new features and set to launch in 2027

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

๐Ÿ‘‰ Whether you’re planning your next cruise, comparing cruise lines, or just love cruise life โ€” this is the place to be.

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๐Ÿ“บ Deb & Matt Chat โ€” Life, Cruise & Travel
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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE: Ships Stuck, Carnival Controversy, Lelepa Updates & Spa Secrets EXPOSED

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE: Ships Stuck, Carnival Controversy, Lelepa Updates & Spa Secrets EXPOSED

by | Mar 25, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat โ€“ Life, Cruise & Travel ๐Ÿšข

Tonightโ€™s LIVE stream is packed with breaking cruise news, industry insights, and some serious questions about how cruise ships really operate behind the scenesโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‘‰ Hereโ€™s what weโ€™re diving into:

๐Ÿ›ณ๏ธ Six cruise ships stuck in the Arabian Gulf โ€” whatโ€™s happening and what it means for global itineraries
๐Ÿ‘‰ Based on latest reports, ships are unable to reposition due to regional disruptions

๐Ÿฆ Carnival controversy โ€” passengers told to stop feeding birds onboardโ€ฆ but why is this such a big deal?

โŒ Carnival Splendor cancels a 2027 New Zealand cruise โ€” chartered out from under booked guestsโ€ฆ is this fair?

๐ŸŒด Royal Caribbean Lelepa update โ€” what we know, whatโ€™s included, and what it means for Aussie cruising

๐Ÿง–โ€โ™€๏ธ The truth about cruise ship spas (OneSpaWorld deep dive)
Who actually runs them? Who is responsible for your experience? And does service vary ship to ship?

๐Ÿšข PLUS:
โœจ New ultra-luxury ship from Four Seasons
โœจ Captain Kate McCue takes the helm โ€” what this means for the industry

๐Ÿ’ฌ We want YOUR thoughts:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Would you still cruise if your ship got redeployed or cancelled?
๐Ÿ‘‰ Have you ever had a bad spa experience at sea?
๐Ÿ‘‰ Is Lelepa a game changer?

๐Ÿ“… We go LIVE every week covering cruise news, tips, and real experiences from onboard ships around the world.

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