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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise Cabin REVIEW – Carnival Encounter 5241 Oceanview – Thumbs up or Thumbs Down?

Join us as we review Oceanview Cabin 5241 on Carnival Encounter after completing our 3-night cruise. Weโ€™re diving into all the detailsโ€”from storage solutions to bathroom functionality and even a bonus hidden power outlet we discovered! Weโ€™ll share our thoughts on the cabin’s layout, comfort, and the quirky decor that left us scratching our heads.

If youโ€™re planning a cruise on Carnival Encounter or Carnival Adventure and want to know what to expect from an interior cabin, this detailed review will give you the full scoop.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Maiden Cruise Surprises You Didnโ€™t Expect!

Join us for review of the changes to Carnival Encounter on her maiden voyage. Formerly sailing for P&O Australia as Pacific Encounter, we hop on board to find out what changed and what has stayed the same after undergoing a “Wet Dock” Process in March 2025 alongside her sistership The Carnival Adventure prior to this sailing.

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๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Day 1 Embarkation on Carnival Encounter
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๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Carnival Cruise Videos Playlist
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๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ P&O Australia Playlist
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๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Cruise Cabin Tours and Reviews
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJ5bridAKcgqxwHGl2FKh3C

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0:00 Intro
0:17 Changes? How big?
0:40 Kids Areas
1:40 Free Pizza – sort of
3:30 Piano Bar 88
4:04 Encounter Hotel
4:28 Lift upgrade – directional signs
4:46 Byron Beach Club Carnival Cruises
4:54 Oasis Adults only area
5:10 Smoking areas on Carnival Encounter
5:40 NOT Free Ice Cream
5:58 Carnival Edge – Unique Cruise Experience
6:34 Fun Squad
7:20 New activites
7:44 Build-a-bear
8:11 No more Themed Cruises
9:51 Dining changes
13:33 Casino Upgrades

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Is it bad? Were we disappointed? Carnival Encounter Maiden Voyage Cruise Vlog Day 3

Do things get better or worse? Itโ€™s day 3 on *Carnival Encounter*, for the Maiden Voyage and weโ€™re sharing our early, first impressions and experiences following the change over from P&O Australia to the Carnival Brand. Starting with Breakfast in the Waterfront restaurant and disappointing meals, reviews of live music and show. We cover a lot in this final day of our cruise on Carnival Encounter.

Join us as we reflect on a day full of highs, lows, and learning curves. Let us know in the comments if youโ€™ve experienced similar challenges on *Carnival Encounter* or other Carnival ships!

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๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Cabin Tour- Carnival Encounter 5241 – Oceanview
https://youtu.be/wFVt5j-tRBg

๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Cabin Tour – Carnival Splendor
https://youtu.be/YtcnOAj2DL0

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cruise Maiden Voyage 80’s Cruise Day 2 Vlog

Following the embarkation challenges. Itโ€™s day 2 on *Carnival Encounter*, and weโ€™re sharing our early, first impressions and experiences following the change over from P&O Australia to the Carnival Brand. From meal and drinks delays, to fun activities, we cover off a number of aspects on Day 2 of the “newest” ship in the P&O fleet.

Join us as we reflect on a day full of highs, lows, and learning curves. Let us know in the comments if youโ€™ve experienced similar challenges on *Carnival Splendor* or other Carnival ships!

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๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Playlist 18 Night Transpacific Cruise
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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Embarkation Day Carnival Encounter Maiden Cruise – What was it like?

Join us for the embarkation voyage on Carnival Cruise Lines newest (and old) ship – Carnival Encounter. The former P&O ship changed over to Carnival Cruise Line in March 2025 after undergoing a “Wet Dock” Process after transferring from the now shuttered P&O Australia.

Find out what here first voyage was like, who we met on board and what trouble we started to find.

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๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Carnival Cruise Videos Playlist
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๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ P&O Australia Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJby3T-ADr4vKlN9okYOTHy

๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Cruise Cabin Tours and Reviews
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJ5bridAKcgqxwHGl2FKh3C

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