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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: LATEST Cruise News 🚢 Celebrity River Cruises LAUNCH , Royal Princess Trouble + MSC World Asia

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: LATEST Cruise News 🚢 Celebrity River Cruises LAUNCH , Royal Princess Trouble + MSC World Asia

by | Sep 16, 2026 | | 0 |

🚢 Celebrity Cruises is heading to the RIVERS, Royal Princess has cancelled TWO Alaska ports, another giant Icon Class ship is officially under construction — and apparently Carnival can take away your BALCONY DOOR HANDLE?! 😳

Yep… there’s plenty to chat about tonight!

Join Deb & Matt LIVE as we unpack this week’s biggest cruise stories, talk about what they actually mean for cruisers and — as always — hear what YOU think

🌊 CELEBRITY CRUISES GOES RIVER!

Celebrity Compass, Celebrity Cruises’ first-ever river ship, has officially floated out ahead of its 2027 debut

And this isn’t just an experiment

Celebrity plans to grow its European river fleet to 20 ships by 2031

Is Celebrity about to shake up the European river-cruise market?

⚙️ ROYAL PRINCESS ENGINE TROUBLE

An engine-related technical issue has forced Royal Princess to cancel Juneau AND Ketchikan from an Alaska cruise

Princess is giving every affected passenger a 50% refund of their cruise fare

Fair compensation?

🚢 ICON CLASS #5 IS OFFICIALLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Royal Caribbean has laid the keel for its still-unnamed fifth Icon Class ship, due in 2028

And with Icon #6 and #7 already coming behind it

Are Icon Class ships becoming Royal Caribbean’s new normal?

🌏 MSC WORLD ASIA PASSES HER SEA TRIALS

MSC World Asia has successfully completed sea trials ahead of her December 2026 debut

We’ll look at what’s coming aboard MSC’s newest World Class mega-ship — including that enormous dragon we’ve talked about before!

🍹 AND THEN THERE’S CARNIVAL

A viral video shows what happened after one Carnival passenger apparently had WAY too much to drink

Her drinks package?

Gone

Her room key?

Confiscated

And her balcony?

Well

THEY TOOK THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE OFF! 😳😂

Was Carnival’s response reasonable safety management — and when should a cruise line stop serving an intoxicated passenger?

PLUS:

⚡ 30 Second Quick Questions
💬 Your questions LIVE
😂 Deb & Matt banter
🚢 Cruise tips, opinions and conversation

💬 TONIGHT’S BIG QUESTIONS

🌊 Would you try a Celebrity river cruise?

⚙️ Would a 50% refund satisfy you after losing two major Alaska ports?

🍹 And… was Carnival right to disable an intoxicated passenger’s balcony door?

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: We Booked TWO More Cruises! | Anthem of the Seas Sea Day

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: We Booked TWO More Cruises! | Anthem of the Seas Sea Day

by | Sep 3, 2026 | | 0 |

Day 6 aboard Anthem of the Seas is another sea day, but it turns into a big one!

We start with brunch in the Main Dining Room before heading to Captain’s Corner in Two70, where Matt asks about the possibility of year-round Royal Caribbean cruising in Australia — and the answer gives us a little bit of hope for the future.

What the Captain said https://youtu.be/W1jq8DREnBc

Then Dorothy the Dinosaur arrives for a dance party, Matt gets very distracted while trying to work, and there may be a little Wiggles boogie involved.

After that, we make the dangerous decision to visit the NextCruise desk… and you know what that means. Not one, but TWO more cruises booked!

We also enjoy dinner in the Main Dining Room, more dinner-side magic and science from our waiter Iqbal, and share a handy Royal Caribbean room service breakfast tip, including how to order, what is included, and when extra charges apply.

Check out our live stream from onboard here https://youtube.com/live/kv_7DKxJlDo?feature=share

Finally, the dreaded departure letter arrives — but this time it is not so bad, because we are doing the back-to-back cruise process and staying onboard for the next sailing.

🛳️ Ship: Anthem of the Seas
🚢 Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean
🌏 Cruise: Sydney to Airlie Beach
📅 Day 6: Sea Day

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
00:19 Sea Day Brunch & Coming Up
01:44 Captain’s Corner: Year-Round Australia Cruising?
03:12 Dorothy The Dinosaur Dance Party
03:52 NextCruise Tips & Reduced Deposits
05:18 We Booked TWO More Cruises!
05:58 Dinner & Captain’s Corner Recap
07:19 Iqbal’s Dinner Table Magic & Science
08:38 How To Order Royal Caribbean Room Service Breakfast
12:32 Back-To-Back Cruise Departure Letter

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#AnthemoftheSeas #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseVlog #CruiseAustralia #NextCruise

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: How to Do Laundry on a Cruise Ship and Save money | Scrubba Wash Bag Review & Tips

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: How to Do Laundry on a Cruise Ship and Save money | Scrubba Wash Bag Review & Tips

by | Aug 29, 2026 | | 0 |

How do you do laundry on a cruise ship — especially when there’s no self-service laundry? 🧺🚢

In this video, Deb shows you exactly how we wash AND dry our clothes in a cruise cabin using our Scrubba Wash Bag, travel clothesline, towels and those cruise essentials we seem to carry everywhere… magnetic hooks!

Cruise laundry services can get expensive, particularly on long cruises, back-to-back cruises, Transpacific and Transatlantic crossings or relocation cruises. Being able to wash a few shirts, shorts, underwear and other everyday clothes in your cabin can save money, help you pack lighter and keep you going between proper laundry days.

We’ve been travelling with our Scrubba Wash Bag for around two years, and Deb has now used it across multiple trips. So does she still recommend it? Has it lasted? And, perhaps more importantly, how do you actually DRY everything afterwards?

In this video we cover:

🧺 How to wash clothes on a cruise ship
💰 How DIY cruise laundry can save money
🫧 How the Scrubba Wash Bag works
🚿 Washing and rinsing clothes in your cruise cabin
💦 How we remove as much water as possible before drying
🛏️ Deb’s extra-towel drying trick
👕 How long clothes take to dry inside a cruise cabin
🧲 Using magnetic hooks for hanging clothes
🪢 Our portable cruise clothesline setup
⚠️ A few mistakes we’ve learned to avoid!

The Scrubba featured in this video was purchased by us. This video is NOT sponsored — we simply use it when we travel and thought we’d show you our complete process.

This setup is particularly useful for longer cruises, repositioning cruises, Transpacific or Transatlantic crossings, back-to-back cruises and extended holidays where paying to have every item professionally laundered can quickly add up.

Learn how to do laundry on a cruise ship to avoid expensive onboard service fees. This simple method keeps your clothes clean using minimal cabin space.

Packing for a vacation often means bringing limited outfits, but you do not need to rely on the ship’s costly cleaning services. This guide shows you exactly how to wash garments effectively while traveling at sea. By using a scrubber bag, you can handle smaller items right in your bathroom sink without making a mess or taking up valuable room in your stateroom.

We also demonstrate how to set up a portable clothesline to dry your items overnight. This approach is perfect for cruisers looking to pack lighter and save money during their trip. You will see how to navigate the tight quarters of a ship cabin while managing your laundry needs efficiently. Whether you are on a short getaway or a long voyage, these techniques ensure you always have fresh clothes available without the extra expense.

Subscribe for weekly cruise travel tips and hacks to improve your next vacation. Let us know in the comments if you prefer packing light or bringing a suitcase for every possible outfit.

CHAPTERS

00:00 DIY Laundry on a Cruise Ship
00:10 How to Save Money on Cruise Laundry
00:40 Scrubba Wash Bag Features & How It Works
01:55 The Extra Towel Drying Trick
02:40 How to Seal the Scrubba Bag Properly
03:35 How to Wash Clothes in a Scrubba Bag
04:39 Empty, Rinse & Repeat
05:43 How We Rinse Clothes by Hand
05:53 Scrubba Bag Review – Does It Last?
06:45 Removing Water Before Drying Clothes
08:51 How Long Clothes Take to Dry in a Cruise Cabin
09:26 Hanging Clothes in a Cruise Cabin
10:48 Deb’s Cruise Laundry Song!
11:34 Avoid Making a Mess
12:08 Cruise Cabin Sink Tip
12:39 Our Travel Clothesline Setup
13:51 Magnetic Hooks for Cruise Laundry

💬 Do you do laundry while you’re cruising? Do you use the ship’s laundry service, self-service laundromat, wash things in your cabin… or simply pack enough clothes to avoid laundry altogether?

Let us know in the comments!

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Did We See Turtles in Airlie Beach? | Anthem of the Seas

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Did We See Turtles in Airlie Beach? | Anthem of the Seas

by | Aug 27, 2026 | | 0 |

Day 5 aboard Anthem of the Seas brings us back to Airlie Beach for our second day in the Whitsundays!

Today we head off on foot along the Airlie Beach boardwalk toward Coral Sea Marina for a turtle spotting tour with Whisper Tours. It was hot, humid and very sweaty, but the walk gave us some beautiful views around Airlie Beach before we arrived at the marina

Our turtle spotting tour was aboard a small electric boat, limited to only a small group, and we set off to see if we could spot turtles in the Whitsundays. So… did we actually see any?

After the tour, we tender back to Anthem of the Seas, cool down onboard, enjoy lunch, and then take in a stunning sunset as we sail away from the Whitsundays

The evening includes rum punch cocktails, Taste of the UK in the Main Dining Room, some wonderful viewer meet-ups, Crazy Quest, and a very fun — although slightly confusing — Royal Caribbean Resolution Dance Party

🛳️ Ship: Anthem of the Seas
🚢 Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean
📍 Port: Airlie Beach / Whitsundays
🌏 Cruise: Sydney to Airlie Beach

Useful Links:

Airlie Beach Tourism
https://airliebeachtourism.com.au/

Whisper Cruises
https://whispercruises.com.au/

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
00:20 Coming Up Today
00:51 Airlie Beach, Queensland
01:41 Walking The Airlie Beach Boardwalk
02:29 Stay Hydrated In The Whitsundays
03:01 Crocs, Stingers & Airlie Beach Warnings
04:37 Coral Sea Marina Airlie Beach
06:12 Whisper Tours Whitsundays
07:12 The Electric Boat
09:58 Whisper Tours Airlie Beach
10:32 Turtle Spotting Tour – Did We See Any?
12:48 Tendering Back To Anthem Of The Seas
14:09 Rum Punch Cocktails
14:26 Main Dining Room White Night
14:37 Subscribe
15:33 Taste Of The UK Dinner
17:33 A Request For Royal Caribbean
17:54 Yummy Food & Viewer Shout Outs
19:06 Crazy Quest 18+
19:20 Royal Caribbean Resolution Dance Party
19:34 Daily Wrap Up

If you enjoy cruise vlogs, Royal Caribbean tips, port days, cruise food, ship life and real travel adventures, make sure you subscribe and come along for the rest of our Anthem of the Seas series

#AirlieBeach #AnthemoftheSeas #RoyalCaribbean #Whitsundays #CruiseVlog #CruiseAustralia

Experience the intense humid weather of Airlie Beach firsthand. We show you how to navigate the heat while exploring Queensland today.

This vlog documents our journey returning to Airlie Beach by boat tender. If you are planning a trip to this part of Australia, you know that managing the climate is essential. We share our practical experience dealing with the humidity during our scenic walks and bus rides throughout the area.

Beyond the boat trip, we sit down to discuss the realities of traveling in humidity. It is not always easy to stay comfortable when the air is thick, but we found ways to enjoy our time regardless. Whether you are prepping for your own Queensland boat trip or just curious about the local conditions, this video offers a realistic look at what to expect.

Subscribe for regular travel vlogs, and tell us in the comments if you prefer exploring tropical climates or cooler destinations.

#cruise #cruisevlog #cruisetips #cruiseadvice #cruisehacks #travel #travelcouple #cruiselife #traveladvice #travelhints

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: DOUBLE POINTS RETURN! Royal Caribbean Crown & Anchor Offer + Cruise News LIVE

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: DOUBLE POINTS RETURN! Royal Caribbean Crown & Anchor Offer + Cruise News LIVE

by | Jul 22, 2026 | | 0 |

Royal Caribbean’s Double Crown & Anchor Points promotion is back! Tonight Deb is flying solo for another Cruise & Travel Chat LIVE, while Matt works behind the scenes.

We’ll unpack how the double-points offer works, who can qualify, how solo cruisers may earn even more points and whether it is worth booking now to move closer to Diamond, Diamond Plus or Pinnacle status.

Tonight’s cruise and travel news

🌊 European river cruise disruptions
Changing river conditions are affecting itineraries, with some guests facing route changes, ship swaps and coach transfers.

🚢 Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem upgrades
NCL is refreshing two popular ships with updated venues, public areas and accommodation.

🇪🇸 Barcelona increases pressure on cruise visitors
New and rising passenger charges reignite the debate about overtourism, port costs and whether cruisers are being asked to pay too much.

🌳 Royal Caribbean, The Wiggles and National Tree Day
The partners are supporting native tree planting alongside Australia’s upcoming Wiggly Cruises.

⭐ Double Crown & Anchor Points return
We explain the eligibility rules, booking conditions, earning potential and whether this is one of Royal Caribbean’s best loyalty promotions.

🎄 Royal Caribbean Christmas cruise offers
After the news, we’ll highlight festive sailings from Brisbane and Sydney aboard Quantum and Anthem of the Seas.

Plus the usual cruise banter, viewer Q&A and 30 Second Quick Questions.

Tell us in the live chat:

What Crown & Anchor tier are you currently?
Would double points convince you to make another booking?
Would you spend Christmas aboard a cruise ship?

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 Carnival’s BIGGEST Ship Ever, Royal’s New Family Feature & Surprise Cruise!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 Carnival’s BIGGEST Ship Ever, Royal’s New Family Feature & Surprise Cruise!

by | Jul 15, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE! 🚢

It’s been another huge week in cruising—and at the last minute we ended up back onboard a cruise ship ourselves!

Tonight we’re covering one of Carnival’s biggest announcements in years, Royal Caribbean’s latest onboard technology, Australia’s move towards digital arrivals… and we’ll explain how a call from a Carnival Personal Vacation Planner changed our weekend plans!

🗞️ Tonight’s Cruise News

🚢 Carnival Destiny revealed
Carnival’s biggest cruise ship ever is coming! We’ll compare it with Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class and ask whether Carnival can finally compete at the very top of the mega-ship market.

👨‍👩‍👧 Royal Caribbean launches “Find My Kid”
A new app feature aims to make family cruising easier than ever.

🇦🇺 Australia moves towards digital arrival cards
Could paper arrival cards soon become history for international travellers?

☎️ Our surprise weekend cruise!
How a Carnival Personal Vacation Planner convinced us to jump onboard at the last minute—and what exactly does a Personal Vacation Planner do?

💬 Tonight’s Questions

👉 Can Carnival Destiny compete with Icon of the Seas?

👉 Would you use Royal Caribbean’s Find My Kid feature?

👉 Are you ready to ditch paper arrival cards?

👉 Have you ever booked a cruise at the last minute?

⚡ Plus…

🎤 30 Second Quick Questions

💬 Live Q&A

🚢 Cruise banter & opinions

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE! Is Royal Caribbean Going Year-Round in Australia?

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE! Is Royal Caribbean Going Year-Round in Australia?

by | Jul 8, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE! 🚢

It’s another huge week in cruising, with Royal Caribbean dominating the headlines as construction begins at Lelepa, new clues emerge about the future Discovery Class, and executives continue talking about year-round cruising from Australia.

🗞️ Tonight’s Cruise News

🏝️ Construction officially begins at Royal Beach Club Lelepa
Royal Caribbean’s first exclusive beach club in the South Pacific takes a major step forward.

🇦🇺 Could Royal Caribbean cruise Australia all year?
Executives continue discussing the possibility—but what’s standing in the way?

🚢 Discovery Class deployment clues
New comments provide fresh hints about where Royal Caribbean’s next generation of ships could be heading.

🍜 MSC World Asia reveals a new Pan-Asian dining experience
A destination-inspired restaurant brings authentic Asian flavours to MSC’s newest flagship.

💬 Tonight’s Questions

👉 Will Lelepa change South Pacific cruising?

👉 Would you book a Royal Caribbean cruise from Australia in winter?

👉 Where should the first Discovery Class ship be based?

👉 What’s your favourite cruise speciality restaurant?

⚡ Plus…

🎤 30 Second Quick Questions

💬 Viewer Q&A

🚢 Cruise chat, banter and opinions

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: I Took Her Back to Where I Proposed | Anthem of the Seas Day 4 (Airlie Beach)

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: I Took Her Back to Where I Proposed | Anthem of the Seas Day 4 (Airlie Beach)

by | Jul 3, 2026 | | 0 |

Day 4 aboard Anthem of the Seas brings us to our first of two days in Airlie Beach! So lets explore this wonderful Whitsundays location.

Eight years ago to the week, Matt proposed to Deb on cruise to Airlie Beach. This week, we came back — on Anthem of the Seas — to walk the same streets, sit by the same marina, and see how much has changed.

This was a tender port day, with Anthem anchored in the Whitsundays and cruise passengers tendering into Shute Harbour before transferring by bus into Airlie Beach.

We explore the Airlie Beach markets, walk through town, find out what tours and activities are available for cruise passengers, and book two local experiences through Airlie Beach Tourism.

For our first Airlie Beach adventure, we jump aboard a Just Tuk’n Around Tuk Tuk tour and explore more of Airlie Beach with local guide Stevie J.

Later in the afternoon, we head back to Shute Harbour for a sunset glass-bottom boat tour with Pioneer Adventures, complete with bubbles, nibbles, coral viewing, fish spotting and a beautiful Whitsundays sunset.

Then it is time for a night tender back to Anthem of the Seas, a late dinner in the Main Dining Room, dancing waiters and Caribbean Night onboard.

Champagne, nibbles, coral viewing, a stunning Whitsundays sunset, a night tender back to Anthem, a very late Caribbean Night dinner in the main dining room, and one moment I’d been holding onto all day. This video has it all

Whether you are planning a future trip to Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays or just enjoy watching travel adventures, this update provides a practical look at our experience in the Whitsundays.

🛳️ Ship: Anthem of the Seas
🚢 Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean
📍 Port: Airlie Beach / Shute Harbour
🌏 Region: Whitsundays, Queensland

Useful Links:

Airlie Beach Tourism
https://airliebeachtourism.com.au/

Just Tuk’n Around Airlie Beach
https://www.justtuknaround.com.au/

Pioneer Adventures
https://www.pioneeradventures.com.au/

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
00:43 Tender Times for Airlie Beach
01:15 Cruise Tenders in the Whitsundays
01:49 Arriving at Shute Harbour
02:49 Airlie Beach Cruise Transfers
03:03 Arriving in Airlie Beach
04:37 Airlie Beach Cruise Markets
07:12 Exploring Airlie Beach
07:41 Things To Do In Airlie Beach
07:58 Booking Tours in Airlie Beach
09:38 What We Booked For Today
09:52 Airlie Beach Tuk Tuk Tour
11:35 A Very Important Question
12:37 Just Tuk’n Around Airlie Beach
14:24 Back To Shute Harbour
17:02 Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Tour
18:11 Champagne, Nibbles & Reef Views
19:24 Whitsundays Reef & Coral Viewing
21:14 Sunset Cruise From Shute Harbour
22:56 Night Tender Back To Anthem
24:25 Hot Day Dinner Delay
26:35 Dancing Waiters
29:50 Caribbean Night Party

If you enjoy cruise vlogs, port guides, Royal Caribbean tips and real travel adventures, make sure you subscribe and come along for the rest of our Anthem of the Seas series.

#AirlieBeach #AnthemoftheSeas #RoyalCaribbean #Whitsundays #CruiseVlog #CruiseAustralia

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 6 New Cruise Ships, Cruise Brawl & IS winter Cruising coming to Australia?

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise News LIVE 🚢 6 New Cruise Ships, Cruise Brawl & IS winter Cruising coming to Australia?

by | Jul 1, 2026 | | 0 |

elcome back to Deb & Matt Chat LIVE! 🚢

Another huge week in cruising with major announcements, industry investment and plenty to discuss!

🗞️ Tonight’s Cruise News

🚢 MSC to order SIX new cruise ships
One of the biggest shipbuilding announcements in recent years, with deliveries stretching well into the 2030s with official announcement teased

🇦🇺 Is winter cruising finally about to take off in Australia?
Could Australia become a genuine year-round cruise destination?

🏆 Carnival Rewards introduces milestone benefits
More recognition and rewards for loyal Carnival cruisers.

🥊 Another cruise ship brawl goes viral
What does it say about passenger behaviour… and are these incidents really becoming more common?

🔥 River cruise fire prompts emergency evacuation
Thankfully everyone is safe, but it raises questions about onboard safety and emergency procedures.

💬 Tonight’s Questions

👉 Is MSC becoming Royal Caribbean’s biggest long-term competitor?

👉 Would you cruise from Australia during winter?

👉 Do cruise loyalty programs influence who you sail with?

👉 Are cruise fights becoming more common-or just more visible?

⚡ Plus…

🎤 30 Second Quick Questions

💬 Viewer Q&A

🚢 Cruise chat and banter

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Covering key topics tonight including.
SC Cruises, MSC new ships, cruise industry news, Australia winter cruising, Carnival Rewards, Carnival loyalty program, cruise brawl, river cruise fire, cruise news Australia, cruise live stream, cruise discussion

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Matt Can’t Dance… But This Royal Caribbean Sea Day Was Brilliant!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Matt Can’t Dance… But This Royal Caribbean Sea Day Was Brilliant!

by | Jun 27, 2026 | | 0 |

Day 3 aboard Anthem of the Seas is another sea day, but this one is packed with big WOWS, surprises, laughs, food discoveries and a whole lot of fun!

We start the day with breakfast in Windjammer and Café Promenade before exploring the Royal Promenade, checking out the Royal Theatre popcorn stand and trying our luck at bingo.

We also share a Crown & Anchor tip after discovering a loyalty benefit we nearly missed, spend some relaxing time in the beautiful Anthem of the Seas Solarium, and make a brand-new drink discovery thanks to a viewer recommendation — Skrewball peanut butter whiskey.

Then it is off to Italian night in the Main Dining Room, where a simple minestrone soup absolutely steals the show, Deb enjoys an amazing main meal, Matt attempts some very questionable dancing, and our waiter finishes the night with a little dinner table magic.

To wrap up the evening, we enjoy Scared Weird Little Guys and the 80s party onboard Anthem of the Seas.

🛳️ Ship: Anthem of the Seas
🚢 Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean
🌏 Cruise: Sydney to Airlie Beach
📅 Day 3: Sea Day

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
00:05 Windjammer Breakfast & Peanut Butter Toast
01:14 Café Promenade Breakfast Option
02:44 Royal Promenade Walkthrough
05:04 Royal Theatre Popcorn Tip
05:49 A Wiggly Cruise Mystery
07:04 Crown & Anchor Bingo Benefits
09:49 Bingo in the Royal Theatre
10:24 Love and Marriage Show
10:53 Anthem of the Seas Solarium
16:06 Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey Surprise
16:52 Deb Finds A New Favourite Drink
17:21 Correcting The Recommendation
18:55 Italian Night Dinner Parade
19:11 Matt Can’t Dance
19:50 Main Dining Room Starters
20:47 The Simple Dish That Stole The Show
21:02 Main Dining Room Mains
23:58 Dessert Time
27:08 Dinner Table Magic Show
28:26 Scared Weird Little Guys Show
28:53 80s Party & Final Thoughts

If you enjoy cruise vlogs, Royal Caribbean tips, cruise food reviews and real travel adventures, make sure you subscribe and come along for the rest of our Anthem of the Seas series.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: We Didn’t Expect This on Day 2 of Our Cruise!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: We Didn’t Expect This on Day 2 of Our Cruise!

by | Jun 21, 2026 | | 0 |

Day 2 aboard Anthem of the Seas was meant to be a relaxing sea day… but it turned into something much more!

After a leisurely brunch, we met some wonderful viewers and unexpectedly found ourselves enjoying an open house tour of one of Royal Caribbean’s spectacular Grand Loft Suites.

See what a relaxing morning routine looks like on board in this cruise vlog, we start our second morning feeling rested and refreshed while sailing to our next destination. We explore the ship deck to check the weather conditions before heading inside for a delicious cruise ship brunch. If you are planning a trip or just curious about life at sea, this travel day vlog offers a realistic look at our daily onboard experience.

We also share a quick food highlight, including a warm apple cobbler with ice cream that we enjoyed during our meal. Whether you are curious about the food quality or the general atmosphere on the Anthem of the Seas, this video gives you an honest glimpse of our day at sea.

Subscribe for regular cruise travel guides and updates, and let us know in the comments what ship you are planning to sail on next.
Along the way we discover one of our favourite cruise hacks at Two70 Café, try our luck at Bingo, discuss Crown & Anchor loyalty benefits, encounter some surprising prices, and enjoy some fantastic live music including an Earth, Wind & Fire tribute show.

Of course, no day would be complete without another delicious dinner in the Main Dining Room and a few laughs along the way.

🛳️ Anthem of the Seas
🌏 Sydney to Airlie Beach Cruise
🚢 Royal Caribbean

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
00:31 Brunch
04:03 Grand Loft Suite Open House
06:30 A Royal Mystery
07:39 Top Tip – Two70 Cafe
09:49 Bingo
10:24 Crown and Anchor Bingo Benefits
15:10 Interactive Art
16:00 Shore Excursions
16:14 Cabin Hints
17:09 Price Shock
19:17 Champagne Fail
20:45 Cruise Live Music
21:23 Deb’s Secret Past
23:10 French Menu Royal Caribbean
26:08 Main Dining Room Starters
29:51 Mains
31:19 Dessert
33:47 Earth Wind and Fire Tribute
34:36 Wrap Up
36:39 Coming Up

If you enjoy cruise vlogs, Royal Caribbean tips and travel adventures, subscribe and come along for the rest of our Anthem of the Seas series!

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: We Arrived For Our Cruise… But There Was NO SHIP! | Anthem of the Seas

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: We Arrived For Our Cruise… But There Was NO SHIP! | Anthem of the Seas

by | Jun 16, 2026 | | 0 |

Welcome aboard Anthem of the Seas!

Our Sydney to Airlie Beach cruise adventure officially begins, but things don’t quite go to plan when we arrive at the Sydney Overseas Passenger Terminal and discover one very important thing is missing…

The ship!

Join us as we travel from Brisbane to Sydney, explore Circular Quay, check out recent airport upgrades, drop our bags, complete embarkation, board Anthem of the Seas and enjoy our first day onboard.

We also visit Windjammer Marketplace, explore the ship, enjoy sailaway from Sydney Harbour, test GIGSKY connectivity, watch aircraft movements around Sydney Airport and experience our first dinner in the Main Dining Room.

Unfortunately, we also encounter a couple of unexpected problems, including damaged clothing and an issue with our cabin shower.

🛳️ Ship: Anthem of the Seas
🌏 Cruise: Sydney to Airlie Beach
🚢 Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean

Anthem of the Seas – Arrival in Sydney https://youtube.com/live/qn9tn2cwieY?feature=share

Sydney Harbour Cruise Ship Sailaway
https://youtube.com/live/KPVIB4nKD48?feature=share

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
00:22 Late Cruise Arrival
00:42 Brisbane Airport Upgrades
01:32 Sydney Airport Train
01:55 Circular Quay Sydney
03:11 Cruise Bag Drop
04:45 Anthem of the Seas Arrives
05:39 Sydney Overseas Passenger Terminal
08:27 Sydney Light Rail
08:37 Cruise Supplies
10:03 Cruise Embarkation
10:47 Cruise Boarding
12:06 Finding Our Cabin
12:41 Lunch in Windjammer
15:45 GIGSKY Preview
16:21 Plane Spotting in Sydney
17:39 Sailaway
18:18 Warning – Ruined Clothes
20:03 Shower Problems
21:14 Main Dining Room – American Icon
24:31 Starters
28:11 Dinner
31:08 Dessert
33:31 Outro

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