Format: deb and matt

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise Travel Insurance, Do you need it? Why You NEED Travel Insurance!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise Travel Insurance, Do you need it? Why You NEED Travel Insurance!

Posted by | Jun 16, 2025 | |

🛳️ After a medical emergency at sea, we’re sitting down to share everything that happened — and most importantly, why travel insurance matters, even for cruises within your home country.

Join Deb and Matt as they recount their first day in Hobart, sharing unexpected moments from their **Hobart trip**. They reflect on their experiences and provide a behind-the-scenes look at their unexpected health scare onboard the Ovation of the Seas Cruise and their hospital emergency visit in **Hobart** that limited their **tasmania travel** adventure.

In this candid and emotional video, we explain:
⚠️ How the medical emergency unfolded
🚑 What happened in the ship’s Medical Centre
🏥 Our experience at Royal Hobart Hospital
💸 The real costs involved – both onboard and onshore
📑 The critical importance of travel insurance – even for a domestic cruise

🎥 This video is both a Day 3 recap and a wake-up call for anyone cruising without travel insurance.
We share our experience so that you don’t make the same mistake… or face the same risks.

▶️ Watch Day 2 – The Emergency Unfolds: https://youtu.be/n8RWUSkSUKo
▶️ Start from Day 1 (Embarkation Day): https://youtu.be/AaVQCZbpBbo
▶️ Cabin Tour – Room 12282: https://youtu.be/M9U_TviBlzw

#DebAndMattChat #CruiseInsurance #OvationoftheSeas #RoyalCaribbeanAustralia #TravelInsuranceMatters #CruiseMedicalCosts
😻💌
You can also follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/debandmattchat/
&
https://www.instagram.com/debandmattchat
🎞️🍿🎬🍿

==========CHAPTERS==========
00:00 – Welcome Back – Let’s Talk
00:40 – The Night It All Went Wrong
02:15 – Visiting the Medical Centre Onboard
03:45 – Getting Transferred to Royal Hobart Hospital
05:10 – What the Doctors Told Us
06:30 – Facing Possible Surgery
08:00 – Our Experience in the Hospital
09:30 – The Cost of Cruise Ship Medical Care
10:45 – Insurance: What Was Covered and What Wasn’t
12:15 – Our Advice for All Cruisers
13:00 – Closing Thoughts & Recovery Update

#cruise #cruiseinsurance #cruisevlog #cruisetips #cruiseadvice #cruisehacks #travel #travelcouple #cruiselife #traveladvice #travelhints

Read More
Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Medical Emergency at Sea on Deb’s Birthday | Ovation of the Seas Cruise Vlog Day 2

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Medical Emergency at Sea on Deb’s Birthday | Ovation of the Seas Cruise Vlog Day 2

Posted by | Jun 15, 2025 | |

🎂 What begins as a special birthday celebration aboard Ovation of the Seas turns into a day we’ll never forget…

Join us for Day 2 of our cruise on Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas as we enjoy lunch at Chops Grille, relax in the Vitality Spa, and try to soak in the beauty of the day — but by evening, everything takes a sudden turn when Matt suffers a serious medical issue.

⚠️ In this video:

🎂Deb’s birthday celebration onboard

🥩Lunch at Chops Grille

😍A relaxing couples massage at Vitality Spa

👀Stunning views and relaxing moments at sea

🩺A sudden medical emergency in the evening

📺 This is one of the most real and vulnerable vlogs we’ve ever made — sharing both the joy and the unexpected on our cruising journey.

▶️ Missed Day 1 (Embarkation Day)? Watch here: https://youtu.be/AaVQCZbpBbo
▶️ See our Balcony Cabin Tour: https://youtu.be/M9U_TviBlzw

#DebAndMattChat #CruiseEmergency #OvationoftheSeas #RoyalCaribbeanAustralia #CruiseVlog

😻💌
You can also follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/debandmattchat/
&
https://www.instagram.com/debandmattchat

==========
CHAPTERS
==========
00:00 – Good Morning! It’s Deb’s Birthday
00:45 – Getting Ready for a Special Day
01:30 – Heading to Chops Grille for Birthday Lunch
03:00 – Food Highlights from Chops Grille
04:15 – Relaxing at Vitality Spa
05:30 – Couples Massage Onboard
06:45 – Afternoon at Sea & Balcony Moments
08:00 – Medical Emergency Begins
09:15 – Worry and Uncertainty
10:05 – Ending the Day in Hobart
10:30 – Royal Hobart Hospital – To Be Continued…

#cruise #cruisevlog #cruisetips #cruiseadvice #cruisehacks #travel #travelcouple #cruiselife #traveladvice #travelhints

Read More
Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Sydney Embarkation Day Royal Caribbean Our Plans Changed

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Sydney Embarkation Day Royal Caribbean Our Plans Changed

Posted by | Jun 13, 2025 | |

🚢 It’s embarkation day! Join us as we board Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas in Sydney for an exciting cruise to Hobart (overnight stay!) and, after an unexpected Itinerary change, Eden.

We start the day at our hotel near Circular Quay, walk to the Overseas Passenger Terminal, and step aboard one of the most iconic Quantum Class ships sailing in Australian waters.

✨ In this video:

First look at the ship

Embarkation process from Sydney

First impressions of Ovation of the Seas

Exploring the ship, grabbing lunch, checking out the pool deck

Settling into our Oceanview Balcony Cabin

Sailaway moments from Sydney Harbour

🔑 Want to see our full cabin tour (Oceanview Balcony Cabin 12282)?
🎥 Watch it here: https://youtu.be/M9U_TviBlzw

This is the third video in our Ovation of the Seas series – and things are just getting started. Subscribe for the full trip including our stop in Hobart and what happens next onboard…

👍 Like, comment & let us know your favourite embarkation day tradition!

#Cruise #OvationoftheSeas #RoyalCaribbeanAustralia #CruiseVlog #EmbarkationDay

😻💌
You can also follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/debandmattchat/
&
https://www.instagram.com/debandmattchat

==========
CHAPTERS
==========
00:00 – Good Morning Sydney!
00:40 – Walking to the Overseas Passenger Terminal
01:15 – First Look at Ovation of the Seas
02:20 – Boarding & Embarkation Process
03:10 – Exploring the Ship: Pool Deck, Elevators & Decor
04:30 – Buffet Lunch & First Impressions
06:00 – Arriving at Our Balcony Cabin
07:15 – Sydney Sailaway Views
08:00 – What’s Coming Up on This Cruise!

#cruise #cruisevlog #cruisetips #cruiseadvice #cruisehacks #travel #travelcouple #cruiselife #traveladvice #travelhints

Read More
Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Whats inside? Ovation of the Seas Balcony Cabin Tour | Oceanview Cabin 12282 Full Walkthrough

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Whats inside? Ovation of the Seas Balcony Cabin Tour | Oceanview Cabin 12282 Full Walkthrough

Posted by | Jun 10, 2025 | |

🚪 Welcome to our home away from home aboard Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas! In this video, we give you a full cabin tour of our Oceanview Balcony Stateroom – Cabin 12282 (Deck 12, Forward).

This detailed walkthrough covers everything from the layout and storage space to the balcony size, USB ports, wardrobe, and bathroom.

💡 Whether you’re deciding what type of stateroom to book or just curious what it’s like inside a balcony cabin on Ovation of the Seas, this video is for you!

🛳️ Ovation of the Seas is one of Royal Caribbean’s Quantum Class ships sailing from Sydney, Australia – and this room was our base for a stunning cruise itinerary down to Hobart and Eden. She will be replaced by Anthem of the Seas in Australia from the 25/26 Summer Season.

🎥 Don’t forget to subscribe to follow our full Ovation of the Seas series as we explore the ship, ports, activities… and a few unexpected surprises along the way.

👍 Like & comment – tell us if you’ve stayed in a similar cabin or if you’d choose a balcony like this one!

#DebAndMattChat #OvationoftheSeas #RoyalCaribbeanAUNZ #BalconyCabinTour

😻💌
You can also follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/debandmattchat/
&
https://www.instagram.com/debandmattchat
🎞️🍿🎬🍿
Checkout out some other videos
📽️ Our Royal Caribbean Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrLMyRgi7seksqf8H4Vet_S0
📽️ Cabin tour and review playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJ5bridAKcgqxwHGl2FKh3C

==========
CHAPTERS
==========
00:00 – Welcome Onboard Ovation of the Seas
00:25 – Entryway & Storage Overview
01:10 – Wardrobe & Hanging Space
02:00 – Bathroom Layout & Amenities
03:05 – Main Cabin Space
04:00 – Balcony View & Seating
04:45 – Final Thoughts on Cabin 12282

#cruise #cruisevlog #cruisetips #cruiseadvice #cruisehacks #travel #travelcouple #cruiselife #traveladvice #travelhints

Read More
Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Rydges Sydney Hotel Review | Best Hotel Near Overseas Passenger Terminal Circular Quay for Cruising?

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Rydges Sydney Hotel Review | Best Hotel Near Overseas Passenger Terminal Circular Quay for Cruising?

Posted by | Jun 6, 2025 | |

A hotel stay in the heart of Sydney!
In this video, we give you a full room tour and hotel review, including what we loved (and didn’t!) about this central Sydney hotel.

Before boarding Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas, we stayed at Rydges Sydney Harbour (Australia Square) – just 850m from the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay.

We highlight features like the bedding, bathroom, and location making it one of the **best hotels in sydney**. So tune in and find out if this is a great choice for **Sydney stays**.

📍 Location-wise, it’s hard to beat – walking distance to Sydney’s major attractions like The Rocks, Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House and, of course, the cruise terminal.

✨ Whether you’re a cruiser looking for a pre-cruise hotel or just after a city break, check out if Rydges Australia Square is worth the price tag!

🛏️ In This Video:

👀Full room tour

🛁Bathroom & amenities

📌Hotel location overview

🤷‍♂️🤷‍♀️Our honest thoughts after staying overnight

🎥 Our Next video is the first episode in our Ovation of the Seas Sydney to Hobart series – subscribe so you don’t miss the next instalment when we board the ship!

👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe – we’d love to have you join us on our cruise adventures.

#DebAndMattChat #CruiseAustralia #RydgesReview
Your support helps us continue to bring you more fantastic cruise content. 🚢💕
😻💌
You can also follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/debandmattchat/
&
https://www.instagram.com/debandmattchat
🎞️🍿🎬🍿
Checkout out some other videos
📽️ **Description**
***Link***
📽️ **Description**
***Link***
📽️ **Description**
***Link***
📽️ **Description**
***Link***

==========
CHAPTERS
==========
00:00 – Intro: Welcome to Sydney!
00:32 – Rydges Hotel Exterior & Check-in
01:10 – Full Room Tour
02:25 – Bathroom & Amenities
03:40 – Hotel Location Highlights
04:12 – Final Thoughts & Value for Money

#cruise #cruisevlog #cruisetips #cruiseadvice #cruisehacks #travel #travelcouple #cruiselife #traveladvice #travelhints

Join Deb and Matt as they give a detailed **home tour** of their room at Ridges Australia Square in Sydney, sharing their first impressions of this **luxury hotel**. They highlight features like the full-length mirror and bathroom, making it one of the **best hotels in sydney**. This is a great choice for **sydney stays**.

Read More

Recent Comments

No comments to show.