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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 Carnival Cancels Cruises, Harmony Dry Dock & Major Ship Changes

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 Carnival Cancels Cruises, Harmony Dry Dock & Major Ship Changes

by | May 19, 2026 | | 0 |

We’re back after a two week break with another big episode of Deb & Matt Chat LIVE

Tonight we’re diving into some major cruise industry updates including cancellations, dry dock upgrades and big deployment changes across the industry.

This week’s cruise news:

❌ Carnival cancels multiple cruises
Passengers impacted as Carnival adjusts future sailings and itineraries
Harmony of the Seas enters major dry dock

🚢Royal Caribbean’s Oasis-class ship receives significant upgrades and enhancements

Spectrum of the Seas redeployment changes
🗾Royal Caribbean continues reshaping its Asia-Pacific deployment strategy

😮Cruise & Travel cancellations on the rise?
Concerning Industry reports highlight growing itinerary disruptions and operational adjustments

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

👉Are cruise itinerary changes becoming too common?
👉 Are dry docks improving ships… or just patching problems?
👉Is Asia becoming the future focus for cruise lines?

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: The Truth About This Interior Cabin 🚢 Carnival Encounter Room 5236 Review

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: The Truth About This Interior Cabin 🚢 Carnival Encounter Room 5236 Review

by | May 8, 2026 | | 0 |

After spending our cruise in Interior Cabin 5236 aboard the Carnival Encounter, it’s time for our full end-of-trip cabin review.

In this honest cabin review, we break down:
✅ what worked well
❌ what challenged us
😴 the bedding and pillows
🔊 the noise issues
🚿 bathroom practicality
📍 cabin location on Deck 5
⚠ maintenance concerns
🥤 fridge performance and storage

This is the REAL review after actually living in the cabin for the cruise — not just first impressions.

If you’re considering booking an interior cabin on Carnival Encounter, especially Cabin 5236 or nearby rooms, this video should help you decide whether it’s the right fit for your cruise.

👇 Let us know:
What’s the BIGGEST thing you look for in a cruise cabin?

🚢 Part of our full Carnival Encounter Australia Day cruise series:
✔ Embarkation day
✔ Daily cruise vlogs
✔ Cabin tours
✔ Dining reviews
✔ Honest cruise experiences

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00:00 Intro
00:10 Carnival Encounter Cabin 5236 Review
00:31 Bedding Comfort Review
01:34 Pillows & Sleep Quality
03:34 Fridge Performance
05:38 Maintenance Issues
06:21 Bathroom Review
08:27 Cabin Location on Deck 5
09:37 Noise Problems 🚨
10:43 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Family Friendly Australia Day Cruise

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Family Friendly Australia Day Cruise

by | May 6, 2026 | | 0 |

It’s Australia Day aboard the Carnival Encounter 🇦🇺🚢

In this final full day of our long weekend cruise from Brisbane, the ship really came alive with classic Aussie-themed activities, deck games, trivia, entertainment and plenty of fun.

From morning trivia and lunch at Waterfront Restaurant, to ice carving, thong throwing competitions, afternoon drinks, dinner, parties and evening shows — this was a fun-filled sea day onboard Carnival Encounter.

🎥 In this vlog:
✅Australia Day celebrations at sea
✅Morning trivia sessions
✅Sam I Am / Dr Seuss fun
✅Lunch at Waterfront Restaurant
✅Ice cream eating competition
🍦✅Ice carving demonstration
✅Thong throwing competition 🇦🇺✅Afternoon drinks onboard
✅Dinner review
✅Evening entertainment and shows

This is part of our full Carnival Encounter Australia Day Cruise Series from Brisbane, including embarkation, cabin tours, dining, entertainment and honest cruise experiences.

👇 Let us know in the comments:What’s the MOST Australian thing you’ve ever seen on a cruise ship?

Chapter Markers

00:00 Intro
00:19 Australia Day on Carnival Encounter
00:45 Morning Trivia
03:50 Sam I Am Dr Seuss Fun
04:13 Waterfront Restaurant Lunch
09:04 Ice Cream Eating Competition 🍦
09:31 Ice Carving Demonstration
10:05 Thong Throwing Competition 🇦🇺
13:15 Afternoon Drinks
14:28 Dinner on Carnival Encounter
20:40 Evening Shows & Entertainment
21:48 Final Thoughts
22:46 Jessie & James
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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Some things Felt Wrong on Day 1 | Carnival Encounter Embarkation

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Some things Felt Wrong on Day 1 | Carnival Encounter Embarkation

by | Apr 11, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome aboard the Carnival Encounter for our Australia Day Long Weekend Cruise!
We are so excited to be in Brisbane for an “Aussie Classics” cruise on Carnival Encounter! Join us as we kick off this Australia Day celebration with a sail away party. This cruise vlog will cover all the fun, from activities to food, offering cruise travel tips along the way.

This is Day 1 – Embarkation Day in Brisbane, and honestly… something felt a little off.

In this vlog, we take you through the full boarding process at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal, explore the ship, and share our first impressions – including a surprisingly quiet atmosphere for a long weekend sailing.
In this video:

✅Cruise boarding process in Brisbane
🤔Impressions of Carnival Encounter
⁉️Why the ship didn’t feel full
🤯Confusion around cruise theme nights
🍴Specialty dining bookings (what we chose!)
🛌A possible cabin mistake
🤩NEW onboard changes (including Bonsai Sushi Express)
🚢Sailaway party vibes
😋Dinner at Trattoria Restaurant
👀First look at onboard activities

This cruise already had some surprises… and it’s only Day 1.
Let us know in the comments:
Have you ever been on a cruise that just felt… different?
This is part of our full Carnival Encounter series:
✔ Cabin tours
✔ Daily cruise vlogs
✔ Food & dining reviews
✔ Tips, tricks & honest experiences

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise Cancellations, New Ship Class & Record-Breaking Ships | Cruise News LIVE

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise Cancellations, New Ship Class & Record-Breaking Ships | Cruise News LIVE

by | Feb 4, 2026 | | 0 |

This week on Deb & Matt Chat, we’re breaking down four major cruise industry stories that are shaping cruising in 2026 and beyond.

🚢 Carnival itinerary changes affecting South Pacific cruises
🚢 Why Conflict Islands (PNG) have been removed following the sale of the port
🚢 Royal Caribbean Group announces a brand-new Discovery Class of ships
🚢 What the Discovery Class means for future ship size, design and itineraries
🚢 Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Adventure sets a new record, becoming the largest cruise ship to transit the Panama Canal
🚢 MSC Cruises expands Yacht Club to more ships – plus its growing presence at major global events like the Miami F1

This live stream is about what’s changed, why it matters, and what it means for cruisers, especially those sailing from Australia.

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❓ Ask questions
🗣 Share your thoughts on where cruising is heading

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Black Friday Travel DEALS + This Week’s Cruise Headlines | LIVE with Deb & Matt

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Black Friday Travel DEALS + This Week’s Cruise Headlines | LIVE with Deb & Matt

by | Nov 19, 2025 | | 0 |

Join Deb & Matt LIVE for this week’s Let’s Chat About It — packed full of cruise news, travel updates and our favourite Black Friday travel deals!

Here’s what we’re diving into this week:
🚢 Virgin Voyages Black Friday Mega Sale

Virgin releases its lowest fares ever and offers up to 70% off the second sailor, plus bonus bar tabs — one of the biggest promotions they’ve ever run. Great deals on 2024–26 sailings.

🍽️ Carnival Expands Adults-Only Premium Menu

Carnival is expanding its premium dining menus across adults-only sailings, improving entrée quality, dessert options, and elevated specialty offerings.

Carnival Launches New Zero-Alcohol Drinks Package

Carnival unveils a new zero-proof beverage package, but there’s controversy: not all inclusions from the alcoholic packages carry over, meaning guests may still face gaps in value.

Celebrity Cruises 2027–28 Edge-Class Sailings

Celebrity reveals new Australia & New Zealand itineraries aboard Edge-class ships, with prices starting from $200 per night, offering premium experiences at competitive pricing.

PLUS — OUR FAVOURITE BLACK FRIDAY TRAVEL DEALS

Cruises, flights, hotels and travel tech we actually recommend — with real value, not gimmicks.

#CruiseNews #DebAndMattChat #CruisingAustralia #CruiseVloggers #CruiseCommunity #BlackFridayDeals #CruiseSales #VirginVoyages #CarnivalCruise #PrincessCruises #CelebrityCruises

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: ⚓ LIVE: Cruise News, Ship Updates & What’s Coming Next!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: ⚓ LIVE: Cruise News, Ship Updates & What’s Coming Next!

by | Nov 12, 2025 | | 0 |

Grab a drink and join Deb & Matt LIVE for this week’s “Let’s Chat About It” — your place for cruise news, updates, rumours and fun!
(Note the slightly later start time this week)

This week we’ll dive into the latest stories from the world of cruising, plus a few surprises along the way. Expect:
⚓ Cruise line announcements & ship updates
🛳️ Port news and itinerary changes
🎬 Viewer questions and cruise stories
🎁 Maybe even a laugh or two (and Matt’s weekly cruise joke!)

Whether you’re Team Royal, Carnival, Princess, or just love to sail — you’ll feel right at home here.

🕖 Live: Wednesday 715PM Brisbane / 815PM Sydney
🎥 Channel: Deb & Matt Chat

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: 🚢 MASSIVE Cruise News! Carnival’s 2027-28 Upgrades + Royal Caribbean Loyalty Shake-Up!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: 🚢 MASSIVE Cruise News! Carnival’s 2027-28 Upgrades + Royal Caribbean Loyalty Shake-Up!

by | Oct 29, 2025 | | 0 |

Join Deb & Matt LIVE as we dive into massive cruise news that’s rocking the Australian cruise scene!

🚢 CARNIVAL AUSTRALIA just dropped their 2027–2028 cruise season, including:
• Brand-new homeports in Auckland & Adelaide
• More sailings from Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane
• Over 200 cruises to 39 destinations across the South Pacific, Asia, and beyond

⚓ ROYAL CARIBBEAN announced a HUGE update to its loyalty program, giving cruisers even more reasons to stay loyal — plus, the Status Match program continues across all Royal Caribbean Group brands!

🎉 PLUS — Deb & Matt are about to set sail on Anthem of the Seas this weekend from Sydney to Eden — her first-ever Australian voyage!

Join the live chat, ask questions, and be part of the cruise community!
🕖 7PM Brisbane | 8PM Sydney

It’s Wednesday and that means it is time to chat about all things cruise and travel. See you tonight!

This week we will be getting cruise ready with Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas about to arrive for her first season in Australia. Plus we will be covering all the latest cruise news and getting cruise ready as we sail again in just a few days.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Cruise Changes for Sydney in 2027 and 2028 Will Surprise You!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Cruise Changes for Sydney in 2027 and 2028 Will Surprise You!

by | Jul 25, 2025 | | 0 |

Breaking cruise news! There’s a surprising shift in Carnival Adventures cruise schedules for 2027 and 2028, particularly impacting cruises from **Sydney**. And if you live in **Melbourne** there is something in it for you.
Matt dives into port authority schedules, sharing details that could affect your **cruise travel** plans. Stay informed with the latest updates before you **travel**!

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise And Travel Chat Live Stream with Deb and Matt

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise And Travel Chat Live Stream with Deb and Matt

by | Jun 4, 2025 | | 0 |

We are back from Bali and ready to Chat!

There has been so much news since our last live stream so be sure to tune and and chat this week.

We will be covering Royal Caribbeans Lelepa announcement, our recent trip to Bali and so much more.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cabin Tour 5301 Cruise Stateroom

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cabin Tour 5301 Cruise Stateroom

by | May 19, 2025 | | 0 |

Step inside Oceanview Cabin 5301 on the Carnival Encounter (Formerly P&O Pacific Encounter) with us as we take you on a detailed cabin tour and share our first impressions! Whether you’re planning your next cruise or simply curious about what Carnival Encounters Oceanview cabins have to offer, this video will give you a close-up look at the layout, amenities, and overall experience of staying in this cozy retreat.

This cabin tour was filmed 1 week before the change from P&O to Carnival. There have been no physical changes to the cabins as part of the change over.
This is the Cruise cabin tour for Carnival Encounter you want to see!

Discover the storage options, bed comfort, bathroom design, and unique features of this budget-friendly cabin. Don’t forget to share your thoughts in the comments if you’ve stayed in a similar cabin or are planning a cruise soon! Subscribe to Deb & Matt Chat for more cruise tours, tips, and travel adventures!

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