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We will be live on board Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas as the cruise ship departs Sydney Harbour. This is her first cruise following urgent mechanical repairs that were undertaken in Eden, NSW.
The 2026 Cruise Live Series officially kicks off! 🚢🎉
This week on Deb & Matt Chat, we’re covering one of the biggest weeks in Australian cruising so far this season — and yes, we were on board for part of it.
Here’s what we’re unpacking LIVE:
✅ Our summer cruising recap
✅ Major loyalty changes with Royal Caribbean Group Points Choice
✅ Anthem of the Seas breaks down – will our next cruise be cancelled?
✅ The end of an era on board the final Aussie classics Cruise
✅ Are we about to hear more about a new Royal Caribbean ship class?
Whether you’re cruising in 2026, loyal to Royal Caribbean, or feeling nostalgic about P&O themed cruises — this one’s for you.
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It’s our final day aboard Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas 🇦🇺 and what a way to finish – with whales, seafood and stunning coastal views!
Today we arrive in Eden, New South Wales, one of Australia’s most picturesque regional cruise ports. Join us as we explore the Tastes of Eden Festival, visit the historic Seahorse Inn, and stroll through the town’s heritage walk along Two Fold Bay.
Matt hunts down his favourite smoked seafood chowder, we enjoy a relaxed sail-away watching whales, and wrap up our cruise with dinner in the Main Dining Room and a quick review of Anthem of the Seas.
Eden is a great family friendly destination.
So Join Deb & Matt as we share our latest cruise vlog from the Anthem of the Seas cruise ship arriving in Eden! We had a glorious day exploring the Tastes of Eden Festival, enjoying yummy local foods and the stunning weather during our Royal Caribbean cruise. This eating and travel experience was truly unforgettable.
🌊 Highlights:
✅ Tastes of Eden Festival & local food stalls
🐋 Whale watching from Anthem of the Seas
🏨 Historic Seahorse Inn at Two Fold Bay
🍽️ Cruise buffet & final MDR dinner
👨👩👦 Family-friendly cruising in Australia
📍 Port: Eden NSW, Australia
🛳️ Ship: Anthem of the Seas – Royal Caribbean International
🎥 Series: Anthem of the Seas Australia Cruise Vlogs 2025
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00:00 Intro
00:11 Anthem of the Seas Cruise
01:40 Tastes of Eden Festival
03:51 Two Fold Bay
04:35 Smoked Seafood Chowder
10:04 Seahorse Inn
13:24 Eden New South Wales
19:02 Eden History Walk
20:04 Crusie Port Eden
22:26 Cruise Dad Joke
22:50 Cruise Buffet
23:11 Sailaway Eden
23:50 Whale watching on cruise ships
24:50 Family Friendly Cruising
25:41 Main Dining Room MDR
29:05 Review Anthem of the Seas
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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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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
#CarnivalEncounter #CarnivalCruise #CruiseVlog #DebAndMattChat #CruiseAustralia #CarnivalEncounterCruise #CruiseFood #CruiseTips #80sCruise #RocknGlowParty
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Welcome to the latest live stream from Deb and Matt Chat.
We will be discussing all the latest cruise news, sharing stories and have a answering your cruise and travel questions.
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Welcome aboard Carnival Encounter!
Join us for a detailed cabin review of a Carnival cruise ship cabin! We’ll take you on a stateroom tour, showcasing the various cruise ship rooms and amenities. Get a feel for the balcony room and see if this cruise room is the right fit for your next vacation.
In this video, we’re taking you on a full Balcony Cabin Tour of Carnival Encounter Cabin 10620 — filmed a cruise out of Brisbane. Join Deb & Matt as we share our first impressions, explore all the storage, bathroom, power outlets, balcony space, and the little details you’ll want to know before you book.
Whether you’re planning your first Carnival Encounter cruise ship or just curious about the standard balcony cabin layout and features, this tour will give you a genuine look at what to expect.
👉 Stay tuned for the full Carnival Encounter 80’s Cruise Series — including daily vlogs, onboard activities, entertainment, dining, and our final cabin review at the end of the cruise.
📍 Cabin: 10620 (Balcony)
🛳️ Ship: Carnival Encounter
⚓ Cruise: 3-Night 80’s Themed Cruise, Brisbane Roundtrip
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0:00 Intro
0:13 Carnival Encounter Cabin Tour 10620
0:23 Cabin Entry
0:49 What is she wearing?
1:02 Door tags
1:11 Full Length Mirror
1:20 Storage and Walk-in cupboard
1:54 Bathroom
3:37 Main cabin
4:03 The Bed
4:19 Bed Side Lamp and Charging
4:44 Carinval Cruise Bed Protector
5:10 Desk
5:30 Hair Dryer
5:50 Cabin Power Sockets
6:10 Chairs
6:19 TV
6:32 Water and Shelf Space
6:44 Cooler Box
7:22 Carnival Cruise Pool Towels
7:55 Balcony
9:23 Wrap up
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It’s our final day at sea on Crown Princess, and we’re making the most of it! 🌊🚢
We start the day with room service breakfast, coffee at the International Café, and check out a range of onboard activities (yes — even Jenga while the ship rocks!). Throughout the day, we explore what Crown Princess has to offer on a sea day, from relaxation to entertainment.
In the evening, we enjoy a delicious dinner at Crown Grill, and then we sit down to share our honest thoughts on Crown Princess and Princess Cruises overall. We talk about who this cruise line is perfect for, and what type of cruiser might enjoy it most.
📍 Itinerary: At Sea – Final Day (Sydney → Brisbane leg)
⚓ Ship: Crown Princess, Princess Cruises
👉 Don’t miss our full Crown Princess Back-to-Back Cruise Series, including cabin reviews, specialty dining, and daily vlogs!
#CruiseVlog #CrownPrincess #PrincessCruises #SeaDay #CrownGrill
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Cabin Tour Crown Princess E231
https://youtu.be/ZQ-MTY4ua2A
📽️ Cabin Tour Crown Princess D301
https://youtu.be/z9u9YiY5g20
📽️ Crown Princess Embarkation Day
https://youtu.be/3nvbf31UzXo
📽️ Crown Princess Sabatinis Specialty Dining
https://youtu.be/MlON0NnQMb4
📽️ Crown Princess Dance Off with @CruiseCrazedFam
https://youtu.be/NWj4baawIUI
📽️ Crown Princess Embarkation Day
https://youtu.be/3nvbf31UzXo
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0:00 Medallion Room Service
1:26 Jenga on a cruise ship
3:29 Staff Creations
4:42 Cruise Trivia
7:42 Disappointing food
8:29 Cruise Games
10:23 Deb wins again
10:55 Charades and Cocktails
13:02 Lido Deck Ice Cream,
13:44 Disaster strikes
15:23 Formal night
16:37 Champagne Waterfall
19:06 Crown Grill
19:33 The Day So Far
23:30 Crown Princess Review
#cruise #cruisevlog #cruisetips #cruiseadvice #cruisehacks #travel #travelcouple #cruiselife #traveladvice #travelhints
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We are back with another #Cruise #Cabin Review! Welcome to 10206. We have been staying in this cabin for a few days now and are happy to share the highs and the lows from our experience in this Cabin. How does this cruise cabin on Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas compare to others?
Find out in this honest cruise review.
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📽️ Our Royal Caribbean Mega Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrLMyRgi7seksqf8H4Vet_S0
📽️ Our Ultimate Cabin Tours and Reviews Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJ5bridAKcgqxwHGl2FKh3C
📽️ Cruise & Travel Hacks
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrL8DEKjn6FcNyd9Kd_QcTVZ
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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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Is a 2-Night Sampler Cruise Worth It? Quantum of the Seas Weekend Review!
Welcome aboard Day 2 of our Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas weekend sampler cruise! In this video, we dive into the big question: Is a short two-night cruise really worth it? Or is it just a “booze cruise”?
We skip the usual vlogging and take a more reflective approach, sharing insights from our own experience and chats with fellow cruisers. From the Murder Mystery trivia and selfie scavenger hunt to big stage shows like Sequins & Feathers and 70s Disco Fever, we explore the fun, food, and frenzy that makes short cruises surprisingly impactful.
Whether you’re new to cruising, looking to test the waters, or just after a weekend escape, this video will help you decide if a sampler cruise is right for you!
📍 Plus, we break down the value, vibe, and vibe-check of these short getaways — including a look at whether the reputation for rowdy weekends holds up.
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📽️ What we thought on Day 1
https://youtu.be/tuCH05DmOOA
📽️Quantum of the Seas Returning to Australia 26/27
https://youtu.be/WH2kwupdhr8
📽️ Full Cabin Tour
https://youtu.be/b27OUBGdG4o
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00:00 – Welcome to Day 2: What Are We Doing Differently?
01:26 – Morning Activities: Murder Mystery & Selfie Scavenger Hunt
03:00 – Taking a Break from Vlogging: Observing the Cruise
04:20 – Lunchtime Conversations: Dining With New Friends
06:15 – So Many Opinions: Everyone Experiences Cruises Differently
07:55 – Talking Value: Meals, Entertainment, and Shared Experiences
09:12 – Highlight Show: “Sequins & Feathers” Performance Review
10:35 – Evening Fun: 70s Disco & Cruise Director Vibes
12:00 – Free Activities Onboard: SeaPlex, Rock Wall, Laser Tag
13:50 – Final Thoughts: Is a Weekend Cruise Worth It?
15:45 – Our Verdict: Yes – But Make It Your Own!
#cruise #QuantumOfTheSeas #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseVlog #WeekendCruise #SamplerCruise #CruiseTips #CruiseAustralia #ShortCruise #CruiseLife #DebAndMattChat
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🚨 IT’S OFFICIAL! We’re embarking on an EPIC adventure – 10 Cruises in 10 Weeks! 🛳️🌊 And we’re kicking things off with this LIVE stream! 🎥
Join us as we chat about:
✅ Our itinerary – which ships, destinations, and cruise lines we’ll be sailing on! 🌍
✅ How we’re packing & preparing for 10 back-to-back cruises! 🎒
✅ Our top cruise tips & hacks for long-term cruising! 🏝️
✅ Answering YOUR questions live! 💬
🔔 DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE! Stay tuned as we document every step of this insane adventure! 🚢✨
💬 What are YOU most excited to see? Drop your questions in the chat and let’s talk all things CRUISING! 🚢🔥
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https://youtu.be/HMicvQ60_xI
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