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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: New Year’s Eve at Sea 🎉 | Voyager of the Seas NYE Party & Countdown

by Deb & Matt | Jan 24, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

What is New Year’s Eve actually like on a cruise ship? 🎉🚢

Join us for a new cruise vlog as we celebrate New Year’s Eve on Voyager of the Seas after a day exploring a tropical island! This south pacific cruise brought unexpected adventures and a truly unfiltered travel experience. From the beautiful scenery to the lively celebrations, it was a memorable family cruise vacation, full of things to do, and we’re excited to share this real travel review with you.

In this video, we take you through New Year’s Eve onboard Voyager of the Seas, sailing the South Pacific on a 9-night New Year’s Eve cruise.

We open with clips from the NYE party before hitting pause — rewinding to recap our day at Mystery Island, the reboarding process, and some unexpected delays… then it’s full steam ahead into party mode.

You’ll see:

🍾What cruising on New Year’s Eve is really like
💃Royal Caribbean’s Red Night theme
🤵Outfit reveals & party prep
😋The special New Year’s Eve Main Dining Room menu
🥩Food review from dinner
🎤Stage show in the Royal Theatre
🎵Live music with The Aussie Beatles
😁Family-friendly NYE activities
🥳Promenade parties (and just how crowded it gets)
🚨Tips to avoid bar lines
🥂Champagne, countdown & balloon drop
🕺Late-night after party in Studio B

This is an honest, full-night walkthrough — from sunset to well after midnight — so if you’re thinking about cruising over New Year’s, this video will help you decide if it’s for you.

👇 Question for you:
Would you celebrate New Year’s Eve at sea — or is it too crowded?

📌 Chapters below
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🔔 This wraps up our Mystery Island / NYE mini-series on Deb & Matt Chat

00:00 Intro
00:11 Wait a Minute
00:22 Mystery Island
00:44 Problems and Delays
02:38 Cruising on New Years Eve
03:11 New Years Eve Theme Night
03:45 Red Night Royal Caribbean
04:32 Voyager of the Seas Stage Show
06:27 The Aussie Beatles
07:24 New Years Eve Main Dining Room Dinner
07:41 The Menu
09:13 Food Review
11:59 New Years Eve Activities on Voyager of the Seas
12:49 Family Friendly New Years Cruising
13:40 Party on the Promenade
14:30 WARNING It Is Crowded
14:41 5 Minutes to Go
15:06 Nutbush Crowds
16:10 Avoid the Lines at Bars
16:33 Champagne
17:39 New Years Eve Countdown
18:13 Balloon Drop
19:00 After Party Studio B

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Voyager of the Seas Promenade Cabin 8533

by Deb & Matt | Jan 9, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

We’re back on Voyager of the Seas for a 9-night New Year’s Eve South Pacific cruise, and we’re kicking off this cruise news series with a full cabin tour!

In this video, we take you inside Promenade View Cabin 8533, an interconnecting interior promenade cabin (connecting with 8555). We break down storage, bathroom size, power points, bedside tables, lighting, privacy, noise levels, and what it’s really like to sleep with the Royal Promenade just outside your window.

If you’re considering a Promenade View Cabin on Voyager of the Seas, or deciding between an interior, promenade, or balcony cabin — this review is for you.

We also cover:
✅Set Sail Pass & cabin entry
✅Limited cupboard space (yes… only one!)
✅Shower size and bathroom layout
✅TV placement and bedside lighting
✅Cabin power limitations
✅Privacy concerns and noise levels from the Promenade

👉 This is an honest, real-world cabin review filmed on board during a busy New Year’s cruise — no fluff, just the details you actually need before booking.

👇 Let us know in the comments:
Would you choose a Promenade View Cabin, or is a balcony still king?

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00:00 Intro
00:14 Set Sail Pass
00:25 Cabin Entry
00:45 Safety Instructions
01:08 Sleeping In
01:30 Only 1 Cupboard
02:20 Bathroom
02:56 Shower Size
04:31 TV Space
04:55 Cruise Cabin Bedside Tables
05:15 Bedside Lamps
06:30 Lights
06:56 Limited Cabin Power
08:17 Cruise Hair Dryer
09:26 The Promenade View
09:48 Privacy Issues
10:18 Is It Noisy?

#VoyagerOfTheSeas #CruiseCabinTour #PromenadeCabin
#RoyalCaribbean #CruiseTips #CruiseReview
#DebAndMattChat #CruiseLife #InteriorCabin

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Cruise Tip! Sunday Closures in the South Pacific Islands!

by Deb & Matt | Aug 4, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Sunday in the South Pacific: things might be closed. Plan ahead for limited openings due to strong Christian observance. Jump aboard as they head for pastries! #cruisetips #SouthPacific #TravelTips #SundayClosures #Noumea 👍

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

by Deb & Matt | Feb 4, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

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
✅Cruise laser tag for kids
✅The gallery tour
✅A musical murder mystery
✅Cruise cafe food
and so much more

Be sure to follow Cruise Director Michelle on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seashell.travel/
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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

#cruise #galleytour #GatsbyNight #cruisevlog #cruisetips #cruiseadvice #cruisehacks #travel #travelcouple #cruiselife #traveladvice #travelhints #CarnivalEncounter

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Mystery Island Revealed: Great Snorkelling, Cabanas, Massages, and a Chef’s Table Cruise Feast! Vlog

by Deb & Matt | Jan 31, 2025 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

🌴 Mystery Island Cruise Adventure – Day 8 on Pacific Encounter! 🌴

Join us on Day 8 of our Pacific Encounter back-to-back cruise as we explore the stunning Mystery Island, Vanuatu and experience a special Chef’s Table dinner! 🚢🏝️

💙 What’s in this vlog? ✔️ Tender boat delays – the struggle was real! ⏳ ✔️ Arriving at Mystery Island – first impressions & what to expect!
✔️ Exploring the island – massages, snorkeling, and local markets!
✔️ Beach cabanas & relaxation – are they worth booking?
✔️ Snorkeling in crystal-clear waters – tropical fish & reef adventures! 🐠🐟
✔️ Chef’s Table Experience – exclusive fine dining onboard 🍷🍽️
✔️ Cruise tips for enjoying a Mystery Island port day without stress!

The perfect family vacation awaits on this unforgettable cruise journey!

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0:00 Intro
1:58 Tender to Mystery Island
4:50 Arriving at Mystery Island
9:17 Mystery Island Cabana
12:28 Mystery Island Beach Massage
13:05 Snorkelling Mystery Island
16:29 More Massage
22:10 Chefs Table
33:57 Wrap up

#MysteryIsland #PacificEncounter #CarnivalEncounter #CruiseVlog #CruisingAustralia #TravelVlog #PAndOCruises #CruiseTips #BeachDay #Snorkeling #CruiseLife #Vanuatu #ChefTableDining

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Is Royal Caribbean’s Lelepa Island Perfect Day Adventure Truly Coming To Life?

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

Is Royal Caribbean bringing the Private Island Experience to the South Pacific? Get the latest breaking cruise news from Royal Caribbean’s new #cruise destination – Lelepa Island in the South Pacific. A Perfect day cruise from Australia! Find out the latest cruise updates in this video. A Perfect Day Lelepa Island (or somewhere else) may actually be happening.

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Checkout out some other videos
Lelepa Update April 2024 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IsusUCaQoZk

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0:00 Intro
0:19 Whats happened
1:00 Ultimate World Cruise
1:20 Michael Bayley said
2:57 Lelepa deleted?
3:25 The customer survey
5:49 Royal Caribbean Staff on Lelepa
6:16 School Sponsorship
7:40 Vanuatu Agreement with Royal Caribbean
10:00 2027 Cruise Schedule
11:48 Carnival also invest

#cruisenews #royalcaribbean #australia #lelepa #lelepaisland #vanuatu

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Port Vila Zego sports craft high Speed Water Tour | Cruise Shore Tour

by Deb & Matt | Jul 7, 2024 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

When Deb & Matt went on a recent #cruise that included a stop at Port Villa #Vanuatu Matt lets out his inner speed demon and has some fun on a guided high speed water tour of the Port Vila harbour & anchorage.

This is a fun one or two person adventure activity that shows many magnificent sites from a very unique perspective. The 60 minute tour also includes options for swimming and snorkelling where you may even see Dolphins and Turtles.

Whether you fly to Port Vila or Cruise with Royal Caribbean, P&O Australia, Carnival Cruise lines or one of the many others, this is definitely a must do activity – you can even take the kids! (5+ years of age)

More details can be found at https://www.vanuatu.travel/en/u-power-sea-adventures

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0:00 Intro
1:17 Pricing
1:52 Lets get started
2:58 Port Villa dock
4:04 Quantum of the Seas from sea
5:05 Is it safe?
5:55 Wrap up

#royalcaribbean #pocruises #carnivalcruiseline #portvila #zego #sportscraft #harbourtour #cruiselife #cruising

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Snorkelling in Paradise Explore the Stunning Mystery Island in the South Pacific #cruise

by Deb & Matt | Apr 21, 2024 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Embark on an adventure with Deb and Matt as they take you on a thrilling journey to Mystery Island in the heart of the South Pacific. Mystery Island has guided snorkelling tours, beachside relaxation, turtle tours and much more. Check out the activities available on the beautiful island that has something for everyone. @debandmattchat