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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Crazy Rocky Seas On Our Cruise Adventure!

This is it… the final day of our last ever P&O Australia cruise aboard the Pacific Encounter. πŸŒŠπŸ’”
The seas were rough, the vibe was emotional, and we closed this chapter of cruising with denim, dancing, and a heartfelt montage of P&O memories.

⚠️ With cyclone weather impacting the itinerary, we took a slower pace, showed you the swells from around the ship, enjoyed the Double Denim Party, and caught an awesome performance by the Rebels of Retro.

But the real highlight? Stick around to the end for our farewell tribute montage β€” a 5+ minute celebration of our favourite P&O cruising memories from over the years. πŸŽ₯πŸ’™

From the Pacific Dawn to the Pacific Encounter β€” thank you, P&O Australia. You were a huge part of our cruising story. 🚒

πŸ“Ί Watch the full Farewell P&O Series here:
➑️ Day 1 – https://youtu.be/mdHlqYHu86A
➑️ Day 2 – [Insert Day 2 link here]

πŸ”” Make sure to subscribe as we set sail into new adventures with Carnival Encounter and beyond!

00:00 – Final Day Begins (Cyclone Seas!)
01:45 – Matt’s Working Onboard Again
03:15 – Rough Weather Footage from Around the Ship
05:20 – Quick Walk Through the Day
07:10 – Double Denim Party Fun πŸ‘–
09:00 – Rebels of Retro Performance
11:00 – Reflections from the Balcony
12:45 – P&O Farewell Montage (Memories Through the Years)
17:45 – Thank You & Goodnight πŸ’™

#FarewellPO #PacificEncounter #CarnivalEncounter #CruiseVlog #CruiseAustralia #DebAndMattChat #RoughSeas #DoubleDenimParty #RebelsofRetro #CruiseMemories #FinalCruise #POAustralia #POFarewell #CruiseTribute #SeasTheMoment

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: 90s Icons, Cruise Chaos & Matt’s Unexpected Work at sea Day | Day 2 of Our Final P&O Cruise

Day 2 of our Farewell P&O Australia Cruise is here β€” and what a mix of mayhem and magic! πŸ’ΌπŸŒͺοΈπŸŽ‰
While the cyclone continues to interrupt the cruise plans, Matt is unexpectedly pulled into work mode (yes, even at sea πŸ˜…), and Deb gets stuck into 90s trivia, themed parties, and some well-earned solo exploring.

We catch up with cruise friends Rob & Ali, hand out some surprise gifts to viewers, and cap the night off with a Matrix-inspired 90s icon party and a fantastic show by Andrew De Silva (CDB) β€” and yes, the Spice Girls, Power Rangers, and Forrest Gump all made an appearance!

πŸ“Ί If you missed Day 1 of this series, check it out here: https://youtu.be/mdHlqYHu86A
πŸŽ‰ Subscribe for the next chapters as we sail toward the end of an era aboard the Pacific Encounter, now reborn as Carnival Encounter.

πŸ“ Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 – Deb Hits Trivia & Breakfast Solo
02:45 – Matt’s Working… On a Cruise?!
04:10 – Viewer Meet-Up with Robynellic
06:00 – Matrix-Inspired 90s Outfits
07:20 – Live Performance by Andrew De Silva (CDB)
09:15 – Thoughts on Dinner at Dragon Lady
10:30 – 90s Deck Party: Costumes & Chaos
12:15 – End of Day 2 Reflections

#Cruise
#POAustralia #PacificEncounter #CarnivalEncounter #CruiseVlog #DebAndMattChat #90sCruise #CruiseLife #CruiseAustralia #MattWorksOnACruise #Robynellic #DragonLady #AndrewDeSilva #CDB #FarewellPO #DeckPartyVibes

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Embarkation Chaos & 90s Vibes! Our FINAL P&O Australia Cruise | Pacific Encounter to Carnival

It’s the end of an era! Join us as we set sail on our very last P&O Australia cruise aboard the Pacific Encounter β€” now rebranded as Carnival Encounter. This isn’t your average embarkation day… delays, disorganisation, and an approaching cyclone made for a chaotic start to our nostalgic 90s themed cruise! πŸŒͺοΈπŸ•Ί

From long lines at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal to unexpected boarding hiccups, we take you behind the scenes of this unforgettable embarkation experience. But it’s not all stress β€” once onboard, we dive into delicious dining, get into the 90s party spirit, and reconnect with cruise creator friends like Rob & Ali from Robynellic.

🚒 Whether you’re a die-hard P&O fan, curious about the Carnival switchover, or just love a good cruise vlog, this is the perfect kickoff to our brand-new series.

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00:00 – Intro: Final P&O Cruise Begins
01:10 – Cyclone Delays at the Terminal (and Crowd Confusion!)
03:45 – Boarding the Pacific Encounter
06:00 – Cabin Check-In and First Impressions
07:45 – Dinner Before Unpacking?!
09:30 – Pumpkin Obsession & Arancini Favourites
11:10 – Internet Setup Onboard
12:00 – Reuniting with Rob & Ali & 90s Vibes Begin
14:00 – A Final Message From Us (Day 1 Wrap-Up)

#POAustralia #PacificEncounter #CarnivalEncounter #CruiseVlog #CruiseAustralia #EmbarkationDay #90sCruise #FarewellPO #DebAndMattChat #CruiseChaos #CarnivalCruiseLine #Robynellic #BrisbaneCruise #CycloneCruise

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

🌊 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 courseβ€”the balcony itself!

πŸ’‘ Key Takeaways:
βœ… Spacious window with privacy & ocean views
βœ… Location
βœ… Power outlets & USB ports
βœ… Air-conditioning & temperature controlβ€”is it comfortable?
βœ… Bathroom & shower experience (Is there a shower curtain 🚿)

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

πŸ“’ Planning a cruise? Tell us in the comments which cabin type YOU prefer!
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πŸ“½οΈ Cruise Cabin Reviews and Tours Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJ5bridAKcgqxwHGl2FKh3C

πŸ“½οΈCruising from Singapore – Embarkation Day
https://youtu.be/009AaEAo67s

πŸ“½οΈ 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: Week 1 – 10 Cruises in 10 Weeks

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: Last Day on Our MASSIVE New Years Cruise Ship Adventure!

Come with sail with us on the last day of our epic New Years even Cruise on Pacific Encounter. With the shutdown of P&O Australia this ship will soon be absorbed in the Carnival Australia fleet. Today we are packing, getting baggage tags, having a lovely lunch and chatting with crew, plus attending a MASSIVE bingo game.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise THEME NIGHT, fun at the HUGE GATSBY PARTY! Pacific Encounter Day 10 VLOG

Join us on a very FUN cruise galley tour and experience Gatsby Night on board the P&O Pacific Encounter. From behind-the-scenes in the galley to the glamour of Gatsby Night, this video has it all!

We party hard with the awesome Cruise Director Michelle and also cover
βœ…Cruise laser tag for kids
βœ…The gallery tour
βœ…A musical murder mystery
βœ…Cruise cafe food
and so much more

Be sure to follow Cruise Director Michelle on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seashell.travel/
& Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/people/Cruise-Director-Chelle/

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0:00 Intro
01:42 Galley Tour
11:43 Gatsby Fascinator making
13:06 Cruise cafe lunch
15:33 Cruise laser tag
16:34 Murder Mystery Musical Trivia
20:50 Gatsby Night
28:39 Wrap up

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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

🚒 Pacific Encounter Day 9: Docked in Noumea! πŸ‡³πŸ‡¨

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!

βœ… Shore Tour Highlights
βœ… Choo Choo Train Tour πŸš‚ – Best way to see Noumea?
βœ… Stunning city & ocean views 🌊
βœ… Delicious French pastries at a local patisserie πŸ₯
βœ… What to expect when cruising to Noumea
βœ… Tips for booking shore excursions

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

πŸ“ Have you cruised to Noumea? Let us know your favorite things to do in the comments! πŸ’¬

πŸŽ₯ Watch Next:
πŸ›οΈ 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

#CruiseVlog #Noumea #PacificEncounter #CruiseLife #POCruises #CarnivalCruise #CruiseTips #TravelVlog #NewCaledonia #ChooChooTrain #CruiseExcursion

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: STOP Doing New Year’s Eve Wrong and PARTY on a Cruise Ship Instead!

Join us as we ring in the New Year aboard the P&O Pacific Encounter (soon to be Carnival Encounter)! πŸŽ‰ From morning trivia with the cruise director to a spectacular New Year’s Eve countdown party on the Lido Deck, this vlog captures all the excitement of celebrating New Year’s Eve at sea!

🌟 What’s in this vlog?
βœ… Morning Trivia – Fun cruise quiz with some hilarious moments
βœ… Lucky Bucket Prize Win – Did we score big?
βœ… Walk the Plank Challenge – Noah takes on this thrilling adventure!
βœ… Whiskey Tasting at The Blue Room – A refined experience with top American whiskeys
βœ… The Voice at Sea Competition – Watching incredible cruise talent
βœ… New Year’s Eve Dinner – Special NYE menu in the dining rooms 🍽️
βœ… Seven Deadly Sins Show – A must-see onboard performance
βœ… NYE Party on the Lido Deck – Live music, dancing, and the BIG countdown πŸŽ†

🎊 Happy New Year from the high seas! Watch as we party our way into 2025 with live music, confetti showers, and a spectacular atmosphere!

πŸ“ Cruise Details:
Ship: P&O Pacific Encounter (soon to be Carnival Encounter)
Date: December 2024 – January 2025
Itinerary: Brisbane β†’ South Pacific

πŸ›³οΈ More Cruise Content? Check out our full series from this back-to-back cruise adventure onboard Pacific Encounter!

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Checkout out some other videos
πŸ“½οΈ Back to Back – Day 1
https://youtu.be/2VfDSeE2H-Y

πŸ“½οΈ Our goals in 2025
https://youtu.be/HMicvQ60_xI

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise Day 2 on P&O Pacific Encounter | Gatsby Night, Comedy Show & Medal-Winning Fun!

Day 2 of our 11-night back-to-back cruise on P&O Pacific Encounter brings us a mix of fun, relaxation, and Gatsby vibes! 🎩✨ We kicked off the day with a slow start (thanks to the post-Christmas sleep-in), then jumped into some onboard activities like shuffleboard and lawn bowlsβ€”and guess what? Matt won a medal! πŸ…

As the evening rolled in, we dressed up for Gatsby Night, enjoyed a fantastic dinner at Dragon Lady with our cruise friends @robandalicruisetravel, and ended the day with laughter at the Comedy Gala Show, featuring the legendary Bob Downe (Mark Trevorrow). 🎭

From fun in the sun to dazzling evenings onboard, come along for another adventure-packed day as we share what makes cruising on the Pacific Encounter so special!

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: P&O 80s Cruise on Pacific Encounter | Our HONEST Review.

Let’s party like its 1989 with this FULL cruise review of the P&O 80’s Cruise on Pacific Encounter.
Join us as we give an honest review of the P&O 80s Cruise on the Pacific Encounter! From the activities to the parties and costumes, we cover it all in this full cruise review. Whether you’re a fan of the 80s or just love cruising, this video is for you!

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πŸ“½οΈ Day 1 80s Cruise Vlog
https://youtu.be/zUhFlmaPsDY
πŸ“½οΈ Day 2 80s Cruise Vlog
https://youtu.be/jdeL1H7Tirw
πŸ“½οΈ Day 3 80s Cruise Vlog
https://youtu.be/TGEgb9ytxsU

πŸ“½οΈ Disco Glam Cruise Full Review
https://youtu.be/KYuDMK4byDY

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0:00 P&O 80s Cruise Review
0:11 Day 1 – Neon 80s
6:16 Day 2 – 80’s Icons
10:30 Day 2 Forever 80’s Lido Deck party
12:48 Day 3 – Totally Awesome 80’s
20:35 Debs Mistake
21:03 Day 2 Tribute Show – Tina Turner Simply the Best
21:33 Day 3 Tribute Show – Aussie Made 80s
23:42 Wrap up

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Review | P&O Pacific Encounter Interior Cabin 11516 Cruise Cabin

As we disembark we share our thoughts and review our recent home on P&O Pacific Encounter. Interior Cabin 11516. Toilet Issues, but how was the shower? Find out in this short cabin review.

Full Cabin tour here
https://youtu.be/ra9dvcCVLvg

#cruise #cruisereview #cabin

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0:00 Intro
0:20 initial thoughts
0:30 Toilet Issues
1:00 Great location
1:41 Power locations
1:52 Air-conditioning
2:24 CPAP Power
2:40 Shower comments
2:54 Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down

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