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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cruise Cabin Tour by a Teenager 5236

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cruise Cabin Tour by a Teenager 5236

Posted by | Apr 26, 2026 | |

Something a little different for this cruise… 👀

While sailing on the Carnival Encounter, Noah decided he was taking over — and giving his own cabin tour and first impressions of our Interior Cabin 5236 (Deck 5).
Join us for an exclusive cruise room tour of cabin 5236 on Carnival Encounter, with a special guest host! This cruise vlog provides an in-depth look at the cabin’s features, offering a comprehensive cruise cabin tour. See every detail, from the closet to the entertainment system, in this detailed cruise cabin review of our Carnival cruise experience.

This is a teenager’s perspective on cruising — honest, unfiltered, and a bit of fun.

In this video:

🛳️Full tour of Interior Cabin 5236
🛏️Triple/Quad cabin layout (3 people staying)
👀What a teen actually notices in a cruise cabin
😍Space, comfort and practicality from a younger perspective
🤔First impressions vs expectations

If you’re cruising with kids or teens, this might give you a completely different perspective on what matters in a cabin.

👇 Let us know in the comments:
Should Noah do more videos like this?

🚢 Part of our Carnival Encounter Australia Day Cruise Series:
✔ Embarkation day
✔ Daily cruise vlogs
✔ Dining reviews
✔ Cabin tours & tips

Subscribe to follow along with the full series!

00:00 Intro
00:22 Carnival Encounter Interior Cabin Tour
01:00 Storage
01:32 Life Vests
01:44 Cruise Shower
02:50 Sahving
03:28 Room Safe
03:59 Mirror and Lights
04:18 Air Conditioning
04:33 Important Paper Work
06:05 Cabin Power Sockets
06:29 Drinking Water
07:00 Bunk Beds
08:03 Recharge your devices
08:21 Reading lights
08:28 Master Switch
08:51 Fridge for Drinks
09:11 4 Berth Cabin
09:42 Bloopers

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 New Itineraries, Rising Fees & Is Aussie Cruising in Trouble?

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 New Itineraries, Rising Fees & Is Aussie Cruising in Trouble?

Posted by | Apr 15, 2026 | |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE 🚢

This week we’re breaking down some of the biggest cruise industry updates — from new itineraries and ship changes to rising costs and what’s really happening in the Australian cruise market.

🗞️ This week’s cruise news:

🇯🇵 Princess Cruises expands Japan & Asia season
A huge new deployment with ships homeporting in Tokyo and dozens of itineraries across Asia

🇫🇯 Fiji Princess to be retired after grounding
Following a recent incident, the ship will be removed from service and replaced with a new vessel

💸 MSC raises gratuities
Passengers will see higher daily service charges, with more increases expected across the industry

⛽ Fuel surcharge concerns return
Cruise executives warn rising fuel costs could impact pricing and future cruise fares

🇦🇺 CLIA report: Record demand BUT warning signs
Australians are cruising in record numbers — but the industry warns Australia is losing ships and competitiveness

🌏 StarCruises boosts Asian itineraries
New flexible itineraries and extended port stays across Asia for 2026

💬 Join us LIVE as we break it all down!

👉 Are cruise prices about to rise again?
👉 Is Australia losing its place as a cruise destination?
👉 Would you cruise Asia over the South Pacific?

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📺 Deb & Matt Chat — Life, Cruise & Travel

Key topics this week include:
Cruise news 2026, Cruise price increases, Cruise gratuities increase, Princess Japan cruise season 2027 and 2028 , Fiji Princess Retirement, Cruise Industry in Australia, clia report australia cruise, cruise fuel surcharge and More Asian cruises 2026, cruise updates live

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE: Carnival Encounter Issues, Royal Caribbean Changes & More

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE: Carnival Encounter Issues, Royal Caribbean Changes & More

Posted by | Mar 11, 2026 | |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE for another week of cruise news, industry updates and live discussion with our cruise community.

Tonight we’re covering several major cruise industry stories including:

🚢 Carnival Encounter controversy
Passengers returning from the ship’s dry dock are reporting incomplete renovations, leaks in cabins and areas of the ship still resembling a construction site.

🥤 Royal Caribbean quietly removes a popular drink package perk
The Coca-Cola souvenir cup will no longer be automatically included with premium drink packages, meaning guests must now pay extra if they want Freestyle machine access.

🛳 Celebrity Solstice returns from dry dock
The ship has received new venues including Sunset Park, Trattoria Rossa and Fine Cut Steakhouse as part of a major modernization program.

💎 Regent Seven Seas sees strong demand for Australia
The ultra-luxury line says its upcoming Australian winter season is almost sold out and may expand operations down under.

🏆 CLIA Cruise Industry Awards announced
Australia and New Zealand’s top cruise travel agents were honoured at the industry’s biggest awards night in Sydney.

⚓ New incentives to attract cruise ships to NSW ports

🏰Disney Adventure Arrives in Singapore
5 years of Disney Magic awaits cruisers from Singapore on the newest and biggest ship in the Disney fleet, Disney Adventure. Recently christened by the ships godparent – Robert Downey Jr.

PLUS we’ll share our experiences, answer questions and discuss what these stories mean for cruisers in Australia.

Join the conversation LIVE!

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cruise Vlog Day 2 | Good Food, Bad Food & 80’s Rock-n-Glow Party!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cruise Vlog Day 2 | Good Food, Bad Food & 80’s Rock-n-Glow Party!

Posted by | Oct 26, 2025 | |

Welcome back onboard Carnival Encounter! 🚢
It’s Day 2 of our 3-night 80’s themed cruise from Brisbane — and today we experience a real mix of highs and lows!

Join Deb & Matt Chat on day two of our Carnival Encounter cruise! We’re starting our day with a delicious cruise ship breakfast in the main restaurant, sharing our morning views and cruise food experiences. Follow along our cruise vlog as we enjoy our time aboard this Carnival Cruise adventure! 🚢💕

From bad food and great food, to the Thriller dance class, a John Farnham tribute, and the Carnival 80’s Rock-n-Glow Party, this day is packed with fun, mistakes, and laughter. We also share some tips on topping up your onboard account and avoiding expensive cocktail surprises.

If you’re cruising on Carnival Encounter soon, this vlog gives you an honest look at dining, entertainment, and how to make the most of your sea days — even when the weather doesn’t cooperate!

📍 Cruise: 3-Night 80’s Themed Cruise
🛳️ Ship: Carnival Encounter
⚓ Departure Port: Brisbane, Australia
🎥 Episode: Day 2 — Sea Day, Food Adventures & 80’s Rock-n-Glow Party
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CHAPTERS
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00:00 Intro
00:29 Breakfast
02:23 Thriller Dance Class
03:36 Bad Cruise Food
07:44 Cruise Account Onboard
10:11 Free Pizza on a Cruise
13:09 Carnival 80’s Night
14:19 John Farnham Cruise Tribute
16:08 Cruise Entertainment Review
17:22 Cruise Bands
17:45 Dancing at Dinner
21:47 Cruise Mistake
24:26 Expensive Cocktail Mistake
30:50 80’s Rock-n-Glow Carnival Party
32:17 Wrap Up

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