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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)

by Deb & Matt | Jul 2, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 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.

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

by Deb & Matt | Jun 16, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 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

If you enjoy cruise vlogs, cruise news, ship reviews and travel adventures, be sure to subscribe and join us for the rest of this Anthem of the Seas series.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Royal Caribbean Lelepa OFFICIAL! 🇻🇺 What This Means for Aussie Cruising | LIVE

by Deb & Matt | Mar 18, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Tonight on Deb & Matt Chat LIVE, we’re diving into one of the biggest cruise announcements for Australia and the South Pacific 🌴🚢

Royal Caribbean has officially revealed Royal Beach Club Lelepa in Vanuatu 🇻🇺 — their first exclusive destination in the South Pacific, launching from 2027.

So what does this actually mean for cruisers? 🤔

We break down:

🌴What’s included at Lelepa (beaches, food, adults-only areas & more)

🛝How it compares to Perfect Day at CocoCay

🤯Why this is a HUGE move for Australian cruising

👀The confirmed direction for Royal Caribbean in Australia

🤔Will this lead to more ships, bigger ships… or even year-round cruising?

💬 Plus — we want YOUR thoughts live in the chat!

👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & JOIN THE CHAT
📺 Deb & Matt Chat — Deep & Meaningful Cruise Conversations

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Dear Michael Bayley… We Have 3 Wishes for Royal Caribbean in 🇦🇺👀

by Deb & Matt | Feb 19, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

We filmed this at dinner onboard ⁨@RoyalCaribbeanAUNZ Anthem of the Seas Cruise Ship— and it might be our cheekiest video yet 😅

Dear Michael Bayley…

We have THREE humble wishes:

🇦🇺 Year-round Royal Caribbean cruising in Australia
🌴 An announcement date for Lelepa
🥧 And… we need to talk about the goat cheese tart

During the Captain’s Corner onboard Anthem, Matt asked about year-round cruising in Australia — and the whole theatre CHEERED. 👏

So we thought… why not make it official?

If you agree with us:

👉 LIKE the video
👉 SHARE it with your cruise friends
👉 TAG Royal Caribbean & Michael Bayley in the comments

Let’s see if this makes it to Miami 👀

#RoyalCaribbean #AnthemOfTheSeas #CruisingAustralia #DebAndMattChat
@RoyalCaribbean
We address Michael Bailey with three requests, focusing on the possibility of year-round cruising in Australia. As dedicated Royal Caribbean cruise ambassadors, we believe the Australian cruise community deserves this exciting development. We offer cruise tips and travel tips for those eager to explore the world on a cruise ship.

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: “Confidential Discussions” 👀 Royal Caribbean’s BIG Plans for Australia?

by Deb & Matt | Feb 14, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

We’re currently sailing on Anthem of the Seas and had the opportunity to ask a question during the Captain’s Corner… and the answer has us thinking 🤔

After mentioning he had recently visited Lelepa, the Captain spoke about “confidential discussions” regarding year-round cruising in Australia — and even hinted at the possibility of bigger ships.

Could Royal Caribbean be planning something major for Australia?

In this short update, we share exactly what was said, what it could mean for Aussie cruisers, and why this might be big news for Brisbane and Sydney.

If you love cruising from Australia and want the latest onboard insights, make sure you’re subscribed to Deb & Matt Chat.

🚢 Would you cruise year-round with Royal Caribbean in Australia?
Let us know in the comments!

#RoyalCaribbean #AnthemOfTheSeas #CruisingAustralia #Lelepa #CruiseNews

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Onboard Anthem of the Seas LIVE 🚢 | Captain’s Corner, Lelepa & Airlie Beach Cruise Update

by Deb & Matt | Feb 11, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

We’re LIVE from Anthem of the Seas as we sail back to Sydney! 🚢

Earlier today we attended the Captain’s Corner, where we asked some key questions about Lelepa Island and the future of year-round cruising in Australia. We’ll share what we learned, what was said onboard, and what it could mean for Aussie cruisers going forward.

We’re also bringing you updates from our recent stop in Airlie Beach, including shore experiences, tendering, and what surprised us most about spending time there.

Tonight’s Live Topics:

🚢 LIVE onboard Anthem of the Seas

🌴 What we learned at Captain’s Corner about Lelepa Island

📆 The reality of year-round cruising in Australia

🌊 Airlie Beach cruise stop updates & experiences

💬 Live chat Q&A with the Deb & Matt Chat community

Join us live, ask questions in chat, and be part of the conversation as we talk cruising from the ship, not the studio.

👍 Like, 🔔 subscribe, and share the stream with your cruise friends!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Everything Was Fun… Until This Happened | Voyager of the Seas

by Deb & Matt | Dec 30, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Welcome to Day 3 on Voyager of the Seas, our final day onboard sailing from Brisbane, Australia 🚢🇦🇺

This day was packed with fun, games, walks around the ship, and meeting lots of fellow cruisers — exactly what a final cruise day should be like. But late in the evening, the atmosphere changed when a scary incident occurred that required ship security (not involving us).

In this Day 3 vlog, you’ll see:
• Windjammer breakfast and classic “Washy Washy”
• A fun Cruise Murder Mystery game
• Why we say avoid Chops Grille (this time!)
• Ice cream stops (always important 🍦)
• Family-friendly deck activities
• The daily cruise program
• 80s Night & the 80s Party
• A busy Royal Promenade
• And finally… a moment that genuinely shook the vibe of the ship

This video wraps up our Voyager of the Seas Brisbane series, including first impressions, cabin tours, dining experiences, and daily cruise life.

👉 Subscribe to Deb & Matt Chat for honest Aussie cruise vlogs, ship tours, cruise tips, and cruise news.

00:00 Intro
00:18 Washy Washy
00:45 Windjammer
02:00 Cruise Murder Mystery Game
05:17 Avoid Chops Grille!
05:40 Ice Cream
14:55 Deck Family Friendly Cruise Activities
16:20 Daily Program
19:30 80s Night
19:50 80s Party
23:30 Royal Promenade
25:30 That Was Scary

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#CruiseVlog
#CruisingFromBrisbane
#RoyalCaribbeanAustralia
#FinalDayCruise
#80sNight
#DebAndMattChat

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Voyager of the Seas Day 2 Vlog | Food, Fun & a Big Reveal

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

G’day everyone! Join us for a new “cruise vlog” as we continue our “vacation” aboard the Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas.

Welcome to Day 2 on Voyager of the Seas, sailing from Brisbane, Australia 🚢🇦🇺

Day 2 is when a cruise really settles in — and in this vlog we take you through everything from breakfast in the Main Dining Room to waterslides, shopping, specialty dining, theme nights, and a very special Captain’s Dinner.

This “cruise ship” exploration marks our second day on this particular vessel, promising more fantastic discoveries with “deb and matt chat”. Stick with us for more content as we share our experiences on this “royal caribbean” ship, the “voyager of the seas royal caribbean”!

In this video you’ll see:
• Morning coffee and breakfast in the Main Dining Room
• A close look at the breakfast menu (and perfect Eggs Benedict 👌)
• Cruise ships passing at sea
• Shopping onboard Voyager of the Seas
• Lunch at Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen
• Family-friendly cruise activities
• Waterslides & onboard fun
• Afternoon cruise reflections
• A secret reveal 👀
• Make-A-Wish partnership with Royal Caribbean
• Ugly Christmas Sweater cruise theme
• Dinner with the Captain
• Is the Cruise Drinks Package actually worth it?

This video is part of our Voyager of the Seas Brisbane series, including cabin tours, dining deep dives, daily vlogs, and honest end-of-trip reviews.

👉 Subscribe to Deb & Matt Chat for Aussie cruise vlogs, ship tours, cruise tips, and cruise news.00:00 Intro
00:23 Coffee Time
00:50 Main Dining Room Breakfast
01:23 Breakfast Menu
04:47 Perfect Eggs Benedict
07:20 Cruise Ships Passing
09:04 Shopping on a Cruise Ship
11:22 Giovanni’s Lunch
12:23 Family Friendly Cruise Activities
14:52 Water Slides
17:00 Afternoon Cruise Review
19:03 We Have a Secret
20:08 Make-A-Wish & Royal Caribbean
20:37 Ugly Christmas Sweater Cruise Theme
20:49 Dinner with the Captain
21:39 The Answer
24:49 Cruise Drinks Package – Is It Worth It?

#VoyagerOfTheSeas
#CruiseVlog
#CruisingFromBrisbane
#RoyalCaribbeanAustralia
#Day2Cruise
#CruiseLife
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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Voyager of the Seas Day 1 🚢 First Sailing from Brisbane | Embarkation & First Night

by Deb & Matt | Dec 23, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Welcome to Day 1 on Voyager of the Seas, sailing from Brisbane, Australia 🚢🇦🇺
G’day everyone! Join us for a new `cruise vlog` as we embark on our `travel` adventure aboard the `voyager class ship`, Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas. This `cruise ship` exploration marks our first time on this particular vessel, promising a fantastic `vacation` filled with discoveries. Stick with us for more content as we share our experiences on this `royal caribbean voyager class` vessel!

This is our embarkation day vlog and the very first Voyager of the Seas Brisbane homeport cruise of the season.

In this video we take you through:
• The Brisbane Cruise Terminal experience
• The embarkation and boarding process
• First impressions of the ship once onboard
• Windjammer lunch, casual dining & pizza
• Exploring wide open decks, promenade, casino & upper decks
• Muster station experience
• Live entertainment including Ice Odyssey
• Dinner at Chops Grille
• What the ship feels like on night one

We also share our honest first impressions of Voyager of the Seas after a full first day onboard — the crowds, the quiet spaces, and how she compares to other Royal Caribbean ships we’ve sailed.

This video is part of our Voyager of the Seas Brisbane series, including cabin tours, dining reviews, daily vlogs, and tips for cruising from Australia.

👉 Subscribe to Deb & Matt Chat for Aussie cruise vlogs, ship tours, cruise news, and honest reviews.

00:00 Intro
00:04 Voyager of the Seas Brisbane
00:27 Embarkation Process
00:49 Brisbane Cruise Terminal
02:25 Boarding Voyager of the Seas
04:41 Wide Open Decks
05:39 Muster Station
06:14 Windjammer Lunch
08:43 Games Room & Library
10:40 Promenade Café & Pizza
11:54 Secret Spot
14:21 Casino Walkthrough
16:51 Upper Decks
19:02 Christmas Tree on a Cruise Ship
21:05 The Cruising Tea Ladies
24:48 Ice Odyssey
25:29 The Night So Far
27:24 Chops Grille
29:35 First Impressions of Voyager of the Seas
32:39 Pig ’n’ Whistle Crowds
33:59 Empty Spaces
34:28 Final Thoughts

#VoyagerOfTheSeas
#CruisingFromBrisbane
#RoyalCaribbeanAustralia
#CruiseVlog
#EmbarkationDay
#AustralianCruise
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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Royal Caribbean Room 7311 Cabin Tour | Voyager of the Seas

by Deb & Matt | Dec 18, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

This is our first impressions cabin tour of Promenade View Interior Cabin 7311 on Voyager of the Seas, sailing from Brisbane, Australia 🚢🇦🇺

We’re onboard the “voyager of the seas royal caribbean” for an exclusive “cabin tour” of room 7311. This “royal caribbean cruise” adventure begins with us showing you the initial view of our “voyager of the seas interior stateroom” and its amenities. Join our “cruise vlog” as we explore this fantastic “royal caribbean cruise ship” and give you all the details from the bathroom to the storage areas on this amazing “cruise ship”!

Promenade View cabins are popular on Royal Caribbean ships, offering a window overlooking the Royal Promenade instead of an ocean view — but are they worth it?

In this detailed cabin tour, we show you:
• The layout and storage
• Bathroom and shower setup
• Bed comfort
• Power points & charging (⚠️ important!)
• Cooler box vs fridge
• Air conditioning controls
• Promenade views — day & night

⚠️ Important warning for cruisers: this cabin has ZERO bedside power, which may be a deal-breaker for some guests.

This video is part of our Voyager of the Seas Brisbane series, including ship tours, dining reviews, daily vlogs, and an end-of-trip cabin review later in the cruise.

If you’re cruising Voyager of the Seas, choosing between an interior, promenade view, ocean view or balcony cabin, or planning your first Royal Caribbean cruise — this video is for you.

👉 Subscribe to Deb & Matt Chat for honest cruise reviews, ship tours, and cruise tips.

00:00 Intro
00:10 Cabin 7311 Overview
00:13 SeaPass Card
00:52 Promenade View Interior
01:07 Muster Station
01:23 Cabin Mystery
01:37 Limited Storage
01:48 Hide ’n’ Seek
02:01 Room Safe
02:30 Bathroom
02:39 Shower
03:11 Hair & Body Wash
03:55 Bathroom Storage
04:23 Full Length Mirror
04:43 No Bedside Power
04:58 Air Conditioning Controls
05:10 Storage
05:40 Bed
05:51 Power & Charging
06:42 Kettle & Tea
07:39 Cooler Box (Not a Fridge)
08:05 Bedside Telephone
08:19 Still No Bedside Power
08:42 Promenade Views
09:03 Important Warning

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Is The Voyager of the Seas Worth It? Our First Impressions

by Deb & Matt | Dec 16, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Voyager of the Seas has officially arrived in Brisbane, Australia, and we’re on board for her very first homeport cruise of the season! 🚢🇦🇺

In this video, we share our first impressions of Voyager of the Seas, from the overall vibe and design to dining, entertainment, pool decks, bars, and what it feels like getting around this classic Royal Caribbean ship.

We’re thrilled to be boarding the `voyager of the seas royal caribbean` as she begins her season! 🇦🇺 This `royal caribbean cruise` marks her first `cruise from brisbane`, and we’re excited to share our initial thoughts and all the ship’s features in this `cruise vlog`. Get ready to see everything from the ice skating rink to thrilling water slides as we embark on this adventure!

This is our first time sailing Voyager of the Seas, so we’re focusing on what stood out immediately — the atmosphere, how modern (or classic) she feels, the food options, live entertainment, ice skating show, and whether Voyager feels like a good fit for Australian cruisers.

If you’re cruising Voyager of the Seas from Brisbane, considering a Royal Caribbean cruise in Australia, or deciding between Voyager, Quantum, Ovation or Anthem of the Seas, this video is a great place to start.

🎥 Coming up in this Voyager of the Seas series:
• Cabin tours & end-of-trip reviews
• Dining deep dives
• Daily vlogs
• Tips for cruising Voyager from Brisbane

👉 Subscribe to Deb & Matt Chat for weekly cruise videos, ship tours, cruise news, and honest Aussie cruise reviews.

00:00 Intro
00:51 The Vibe
01:08 Design Inspiration
01:29 Modern Classic Feel
01:36 Main Dining Room
01:49 Getting Around the Ship
02:24 Things to Do
03:05 Pool Decks
03:49 Dining Experiences
05:45 Entertainment
05:56 Ice Skating Show
06:52 Live Music
07:18 Casual Food Options
07:52 Bars & Lounges
08:46 The Verdict

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Carnival Rewards Changes Explained + New AirAsia Cruise Deals! | Aussie Cruise News LIVE

by Deb & Matt | Nov 26, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

oin Deb & Matt Chat LIVE as we dive into the biggest cruise news of the week! 🚢🌏
Tonight we’re breaking down major updates across the cruise world — from loyalty program changes, new rewards partnerships and exciting news for Australian travellers. Grab a drink, jump in the chat and let’s talk cruising!

✨ This week’s Cruise News topics include:

🔹 CarnivalRewards.com updates — what’s changing, what’s new, and what it means for Aussie cruisers
🔹 CarnivalRewards.com.au launch — how it works, earning points, redemptions & what to look out for
🔹 Australia’s first five-star river cruise expanding — big news for luxury river cruising Down Under
(Ref: VIC Government announcement)
🔹 AirAsia Rewards partners with Arrivia — a brand-new way to book cruises through AirAsia Rewards
🔹 What this means for Aussie travellers, loyalty points collectors & cruise deal hunters

We’ll also cover:
💬 Live viewer questions
🎉 Our latest cruise updates
🛳 Tips for getting the most value out of cruise rewards programs
🎥 Behind-the-scenes from our Anthem of the Seas content

Whether you’re cruising Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Princess, P&O or new river itineraries, this week’s live chat has something for every cruiser!

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