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

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

by | Dec 27, 2025 | | 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?

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Voyager of the Seas Day 1 🚢 First Sailing from Brisbane | Embarkation & First Night

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Voyager of the Seas Day 1 🚢 First Sailing from Brisbane | Embarkation & First Night

by | Dec 23, 2025 | | 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

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Royal Caribbean Room 7311 Cabin Tour | Voyager of the Seas

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Royal Caribbean Room 7311 Cabin Tour | Voyager of the Seas

by | Dec 18, 2025 | | 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

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

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

by | Dec 16, 2025 | | 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

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

by | Nov 26, 2025 | | 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!

👉 Hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & join us in the live chat!
👉 Replay watchers – comment your questions below!

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Anthem of the Seas Interior Cabin Tour | Virtual Balcony Room 11229

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Anthem of the Seas Interior Cabin Tour | Virtual Balcony Room 11229

by | Nov 18, 2025 | | 0 |

Step inside our home at sea! 🛳️
Join Deb & Matt as we provide an in-depth walkthrough tour of our cabin on the Anthem of the Seas cruise ship, specifically cabin 11229. This cruise vlog guides you through finding your room key and exploring the various features of a Royal Caribbean cruise cabin. We share all the details of our living space on this fantastic cruise ship.
In this video, we share our first impressions of Interior Cabin 11229 on Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas — featuring the famous Virtual Balcony.

We take you through every detail — from storage and sockets to the bathroom, fridge, and what it’s really like cruising without a window but with a live HD view of the ocean. 🌊

💡 Is the Virtual Balcony worth the upgrade?
You’ll see our honest thoughts after stepping onboard in Sydney for Anthem’s first Australian season!

👉 What you’ll see in this video:
⚓ Full cabin walkthrough & layout
🔌 Power, storage, desk & amenities tour
🚿 Bathroom & shower review
📺 Virtual Balcony demo
💬 Final verdict – Would we book this again?

📍 Ship: Anthem of the Seas
🛏️ Cabin: Interior Virtual Balcony – Room 11229
⚓ Departing From: Sydney, Australia

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🕒 CHAPTER MARKERS

00:00 Intro
00:47 Room Entry
01:05 Main Power
01:17 Air Conditioning
01:31 Full-Length Mirror
01:39 Bathroom
02:40 Shower
04:00 Sofa Bed
04:25 Power Sockets
04:46 Desk
05:08 Kettle in Cabin
05:27 Hair Dryer
05:42 Room Service
05:53 Room Service Charges
06:47 More Storage
06:58 Fridge
07:21 Travelling with Medication
07:33 Cabin Safe
08:00 Room Phone
08:42 TV
09:26 Twin Bed Configuration
09:46 Bedside Power
09:56 Virtual Balcony
10:42 Virtual Balcony Worth It?
10:59 First Impressions and Final Thoughts

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: What Really Happens on the Final Day of a Cruise?

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: What Really Happens on the Final Day of a Cruise?

by | Aug 23, 2025 | | 0 |

Join us as we review our last day on a Royal Caribbean cruise after spending a few days aboard Quantum of the Seas! We’ll share our thoughts on the having a slow and easy day, speciality dining, free and easy activities and more, giving you an honest review of our experience. If you’re planning a quantum-class cruise ship vacation, these cruise review will be helpful!

It’s the final sea day of our incredible back-to-back cruise on Quantum of the Seas—and what a way to wrap it up! 🚢

In this honest and reflective vlog, we take you through a day of beautiful ocean views, sleep-ins, crew kindness, and an unfortunate incident—a theft onboard. But thanks to the amazing staff, we felt supported and safe.

We also share some final thoughts on cruise ship design, spend time with friends onboard, and finish our evening with a delicious meal at Jamie’s Italian. This video is a mix of real cruise life moments—the good, the bad, and the unexpectedly heartwarming.

💬 Drop a comment if you’ve ever had a moment that challenged your cruise—but still left you feeling grateful.
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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Back to back Cruising| What it’s like on change over day?

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Back to back Cruising| What it’s like on change over day?

by | Aug 19, 2025 | | 0 |

Today we have a choice get off the ship and adventure or stay on board during the change over. In this video we shed some light on what to expect during the back to back cruise process.
Today we also had something stolen on the cruise ship and had to visit with security!

Join us as we experience changeover day during our back-to-back cruises on Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas! From changeover procedures, new room allocations and even a special change over lunch. We take you through the adventure and the pitfalls of change over day.

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0:00 Change over day
1:12 Lets eat
2:41 Change over process
8:27 Continuing Cruisers lunch
11:06 Cruising from Brisbane Cruise Terminal Sunset
13:18 Afternoon review and sail away party
15:21 Dinner
19:20 Theft on a cruise ship

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: [REUPLOAD] Cruise Chat LIVE with Deb & Matt | Catch-Up, Cruise News & More!

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: [REUPLOAD] Cruise Chat LIVE with Deb & Matt | Catch-Up, Cruise News & More!

by | Jul 16, 2025 | | 0 |

Hey Cruisers! 👋

Due to some unfortunate tech issues on our earlier stream (freezing and glitches—ugh!), we’ve edited and re-uploaded this smoother version so no one misses out! 🙌

Tonight, we chat all things cruising:

What’s going on behind the scenes with us

Some updates and news in the cruise world

A few exciting upcoming projects 🛳️

And a lot of laughs with the community 😄

Shoutout to everyone who joined us live—and thank you for your patience!

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