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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 Floating Cities, Carnival Changes & MSC’s New Mega Ship

by Deb & Matt | Jun 10, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE! 🚢

We’ve got another fun week of cruise news, opinions and plenty of community chat.

🗞️ Tonight’s Cruise News

🚢 Freedom Ship returns
The concept of a permanent floating city is back. This certainly brings a new meaning to the idea of living seaside. Could people really live on a ship full time? Is this even a ship?

🎫 Carnival introduces new Sail & Sign cards
A fresh look for one of cruising’s most recognisable items and another step in Carnival’s loyalty evolution.

📱 John Heald changes his social media role
Carnival’s legendary Brand Ambassador is stepping back from his full-time online presence.

🌏 MSC World Asia countdown begins
MSC continues its mega ship expansion with new attractions and experiences.
⚡ PLUS…

🎤 30 Second Quick Questions are back!

One question. Thirty seconds. No time to overthink the answer!

And of course we’ll have all the usual cruise banter, live chat and viewer questions.

💬 Tonight’s discussion:

👉 Would you live permanently on a floating city?

👉 Do cruise loyalty programs matter?

👉 Is John Heald the most influential personality in cruising?

👉 Are cruise ships becoming the destination?

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

by Deb & Matt | May 20, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 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: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 Lelepa Controversy, Virgin Returning? A New Terminal & New Ship Reveal

by Deb & Matt | Apr 1, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE 🚢

Tonight we’re breaking down some of the biggest cruise news stories this week — from controversy in the South Pacific to major cruise line moves and brand-new ship announcements.

🗞️ This week’s cruise news:

🌴 Lelepa controversy grows
Concerns have been raised by Indigenous leaders in Vanuatu about Royal Caribbean’s plans for a private beach club, including environmental impact and consultation issues

🚢 Virgin Voyages eyes Australia return
Virgin Voyages is “doubling down” on the Aussie market, recruiting locally and planning a comeback after pulling ships from the region

🏗️ New Auckland cruise terminal announced
Auckland unveils Te Waharōa, a major new cruise terminal set to open in 2027 to support larger ships and growing demand

🚀 Hero of the Seas revealed
Royal Caribbean announces its next Icon-class ship, packed with new features and set to launch in 2027

We’ll also be chatting about anything that comes up in the cruise world this week — so jump into the chat and be part of the conversation!

👉 Whether you’re planning your next cruise, comparing cruise lines, or just love cruise life — this is the place to be.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE: NCL Changes, Aussie Cruise Season Kicks Off & Mystery Guests Aboard!

by Deb & Matt | Oct 15, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Welcome aboard another episode of Deb & Matt Chat LIVE, your weekly cruise news, conversation and community catch-up! 🚢🎙️

This week we’ll dive into the biggest headlines shaking the cruise world — from Norwegian Cruise Line’s move to digital daily programs and new room service limits, to Carnival Cruise Line’s pricing insights and upcoming homeport news.

We’ll also celebrate the start of Australia’s cruise summer season with Carnival Luminosa arriving in Sydney and Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas on her way down under! Plus, Crown Princess makes history as the first ship to dock at Broome’s new floating jetty.

And keep your eyes peeled 👀 — we may have some very special guests joining live from a ship somewhere in the world! 🌏🛳️

As always, Deb shares her weekly cruise tip, Matt brings his meme of the week, and we answer your questions in the live chat!

👉 Join the conversation live, subscribe for weekly cruise news, and be part of Australia’s most interactive cruise community.

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Live Stream – The Aussie Cruise Season is here.

by Deb & Matt | Oct 1, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

This week we are covering all the latest cruise news including updates from The Royal Caribbean Presidents Cruise, New fees for additional entrees, more loyalty programs and more.

Plus we have a special behind the scenes look at how where we do all our planning for cruises and editing.

#cruisenews #cruiselife #cruising

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News and More…Lets Chat About it

by Deb & Matt | Aug 27, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

It is our weekly live stream, back for another week full of fun and cruise news.

This week will be discussing private cruise destinations, the latest news from #CLIA360 and more.

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Royal Caribbean Australia 25/26 Cruise Schedule Launch Live Stream

by Deb & Matt | Apr 10, 2024 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Join us for our live stream coverage of the Royal Caribbean Australia 25/26 Cruise Schedule Launch! Join us as we unveil the exciting itineraries and destinations for the upcoming cruise season. Get a first look at the amazing ships and experiences that await you on board. Don’t miss out on this exclusive event filled with insider information and behind-the-scenes access. Stay tuned for special announcements and surprises along the way. Subscribe to our channel for more updates and cruise news. Let’s set sail together with Royal Caribbean in Australia!

This stream contains our opnions only. It is not paid for or endorsed.

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