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

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

by | Apr 27, 2025 | | 0 |

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

If you’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 Didn’t Expect!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Maiden Cruise Surprises You Didn’t Expect!

by | Apr 26, 2025 | | 0 |

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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📽️ Day 1 Embarkation on Carnival Encounter
https://youtu.be/Yj0nP7gcfy4

📽️ Carnival Cruise Videos Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrI33O-t_CIq_vu5ATIbjuG6

📽️ P&O Australia Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJby3T-ADr4vKlN9okYOTHy

📽️ 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: Live Stream – Cruising to the Finish Line

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Live Stream – Cruising to the Finish Line

by | Apr 23, 2025 | | 0 |

Catch up & Chat with the Cruise loving, Deb and Matt, in this weeks live stream. We will be discussing all things cruising and travel including our latest experiences on Carnival Cruise Line and Princess Cruise Line including Crown Princess and Carnival Princess.

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

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

by | Apr 21, 2025 | | 0 |

Do things get better or worse? It’s day 3 on *Carnival Encounter*, for the Maiden Voyage and we’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 you’ve experienced similar challenges on *Carnival Encounter* or other Carnival ships!

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📽️ Cabin Tour- Carnival Encounter 5241 – Oceanview
https://youtu.be/wFVt5j-tRBg

📽️ 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

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

by | Apr 20, 2025 | | 0 |

Following the embarkation challenges. It’s day 2 on *Carnival Encounter*, and we’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 you’ve experienced similar challenges on *Carnival Splendor* or other Carnival ships!

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📽️ Cabin Tour – Carnival Splendor
https://youtu.be/YtcnOAj2DL0

📽️ Playlist 18 Night Transpacific Cruise
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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Embarkation Day Carnival Encounter Maiden Cruise – What was it like?

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Embarkation Day Carnival Encounter Maiden Cruise – What was it like?

by | Apr 17, 2025 | | 0 |

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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📽️ Carnival Cruise Videos Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrI33O-t_CIq_vu5ATIbjuG6

📽️ P&O Australia Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJby3T-ADr4vKlN9okYOTHy

📽️ Cruise Cabin Tours and Reviews
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJ5bridAKcgqxwHGl2FKh3C

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cabin Tour 5241 Cruise Stateroom

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Encounter Cabin Tour 5241 Cruise Stateroom

by | Apr 15, 2025 | | 0 |

🌊 Join us, Deb and Matt Chat, for a detailed tour of Oceanview stateroom 3212 on Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas, where we showcase this well designed cruise cabin with its modern interior design. 🏡🚢

Join us as we explore the balcony layout, bathroom, storage, amenities, power outlets, air conditioning, bed comfort, and of course—the balcony itself!

💡 Key Takeaways:
✅ Spacious window with privacy & ocean views
✅ Location
✅ Power outlets & USB ports
✅ Air-conditioning & temperature control—is it comfortable?
✅ Bathroom & shower experience (Is there a shower curtain 🚿)

With the recent Carnival Encounter transformation, have these rooms stayed the same? 🎉

📢 Planning a cruise? Tell us in the comments which cabin type YOU prefer!
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📽️ Cruise Cabin Reviews and Tours Playlist
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📽️Cruising from Singapore – Embarkation Day
https://youtu.be/009AaEAo67s

📽️ Our Royal Caribbean Adventures
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrLMyRgi7seksqf8H4Vet_S0

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0:00 Intro
0:37 Entry
2:00 Walk-in-robe
2:52 Bathroom
5:06 Bedside power
5:25 Main room
5:40 Beach towels
7:15 TV
8:00 Bedside table
9:32 Wrap up

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Live – Carnival’s Cruising with new ships With Rob & Ali & Cruise Crazed Fam

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Live – Carnival’s Cruising with new ships With Rob & Ali & Cruise Crazed Fam

by | Apr 2, 2025 | | 0 |

Join Deb and Matt with some special guests for this weeks live stream.

Fresh of the Carnival Encounters Maiden Voyage lets find out how things really went? The good the bad and the oh no of this new “Australian” cruise experience.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: LIVE: Week 1 – 10 Cruises in 10 Weeks

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: LIVE: Week 1 – 10 Cruises in 10 Weeks

by | Feb 26, 2025 | | 0 |

Join Matt and Deb as we go live and discuss our first 10 cruises in 10 weeks. We will be cruising on Royal Caribbean, P&O Australia, Carnival and Princess over the 10 week period.

Videos mentioned in this live stream
The Key – Is it Worth It
https://youtu.be/Qzbs6AZFXpE

P&O Carnival Changes
https://youtu.be/sO24OyO_etA

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Noumea Cruise Port Guide! Best Things to Do & Shore Excursion Review | Pacific Encounter Day 9 Vlog

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Noumea Cruise Port Guide! Best Things to Do & Shore Excursion Review | Pacific Encounter Day 9 Vlog

by | Feb 2, 2025 | | 0 |

🚢 Pacific Encounter Day 9: Docked in Noumea! 🇳🇨

Today, Matt takes his mother and father-in-law on a Choo Choo Train tour around Noumea, New Caledonia, while Deb stays on the ship. We explore the best shore excursions, scenic lookouts, and a delicious hidden patisserie!

✅ Shore Tour Highlights
✅ Choo Choo Train Tour 🚂 – Best way to see Noumea?
✅ Stunning city & ocean views 🌊
✅ Delicious French pastries at a local patisserie 🥐
✅ What to expect when cruising to Noumea
✅ Tips for booking shore excursions

Meanwhile, Deb enjoys a relaxing day onboard Pacific Encounter, which will soon be rebranded as Carnival Encounter!

📍 Have you cruised to Noumea? Let us know your favorite things to do in the comments! 💬

🎥 Watch Next:
🛏️ Balcony Cabin Tour – Pacific Encounter 8206 https://youtu.be/DSGkupky1XM
🌊 What’s Changing on P&O Ships? Carnival Takeover Explained
https://youtu.be/sO24OyO_etA

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0:00 Intro
5:53 Electric Scooters in Noumea
7:47 Noumea Train Tour
16:37 Noumea Food
20:18 Back on board
26:43 Tugboat Donuts
29:40 Deal or No Deal
33:58 Tropical Night Party
36:28 Bonded Store

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: 🌊 New Year’s Day at Sea! 🎉 Relaxing, Brunch & Fun on Pacific Encounter! 🛳️ | Day 6 Cruise Vlog

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: 🌊 New Year’s Day at Sea! 🎉 Relaxing, Brunch & Fun on Pacific Encounter! 🛳️ | Day 6 Cruise Vlog

by | Jan 26, 2025 | | 0 |

✨ Happy New Year 2025! 🎉 We’re celebrating the first day of the year aboard P&O Pacific Encounter with a special New Year’s brunch, fun activities on deck, and a relaxing day at sea.

💫 In this vlog:
🍽️ Brunch at Angelo’s – The perfect start after a big NYE!
🏖️ Chilling on our balcony – Best way to enjoy the ocean views.
🏆 Deck Games & New Year’s Bash – Fun challenges and Nutbush dancing!
🎤 Dolly Tribute Show – A night of classic hits & entertainment.
🍕 Late-Night Pizza & Reflections – Wrapping up a chilled New Year’s Day.

🚢 Pacific Encounter is soon transforming into Carnival Encounter, and we’re experiencing all it has to offer before the changeover!

👀 What’s been your best New Year’s at sea experience? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 Intro
1:05 Brunch
3:32 New Years Day Bash
8:54 Dolly Parton Tribute
9:55 Wrap up

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