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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!

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: We Made a BIG Mistake at Mystery Island | Voyager of the Seas

by Deb & Matt | Jan 22, 2026 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Day 4 of our Voyager of the Seas New Year’s Eve cruise takes us to one of the South Pacific’s most talked-about ports — Mystery Island.

This video is our full cruise-day experience, from the tender process to exploring the island, making a costly mistake (yes… we forgot our wallet 😬), and spending the day swimming, snorkelling and relaxing — with a few unexpected challenges along the way.

We cover:

🚤Tender boats and arrival at Mystery Island
❌What not to do when visiting the island
🦞Lobster lunch prices and island food options
🏝️Walking the island & what there is to see
💲Local markets, airport & facilities (including the toilets!)
😎Pre-booked cabana / bungalow experience
⚠️Snorkelling dangers, tides & safety
🐠Second attempt snorkelling & reef fish
🏖️Family-friendly activities and beach time

Wrapping up the day before New Year’s Eve celebrations onboard

This is an honest, real-world look at Mystery Island — the good, the beautiful, and the parts cruisers need to be prepared for.

👇 Question for you:
Would you snorkel here — or is Mystery Island better enjoyed from the beach?

📌 Chapters below
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🔔 Part 2 (New Year’s Eve onboard) coming next on Deb & Matt Chat

00:00 Intro
00:18 Tender Boats
01:06 Arriving at Mystery Island
04:23 DONT DO THIS!
05:09 Mystery Island Lobster Lunch
08:27 Walking Around Mystery Island
08:43 Wedding Proposal at Mystery Island
10:41 What to See at Mystery Island
12:14 Cost of Tours at Mystery Island
13:55 Mystery Island Cannibal Soup
14:10 Mystery Island Airport
14:56 Mystery Island Airport
15:18 Mystery Island Market Stalls
16:58 Eeek! Toilets
18:23 Mystery Island Tours Cabana
19:54 Snorkelling Danger
21:34 Family Friendly Activities
24:16 Snorkelling Second Attempt
25:41 Snorkel At Mystery Island
29:31 Reef Fish
30:58 Snorkelling on a Cruise
32:49 Snorkelling in Vanuatu
34:08 Mystery Island Massage
38:04 New Years Eve Celebrations 2026

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: 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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CHAPTERS
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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

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Port Day Showdown: Adventuring in Port Vila vs. Relaxing on the Ship | Deb & Matt Chat

by Deb & Matt | May 11, 2024 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Join Deb & Matt in a unique “Port Day Showdown” as they split up for a day to explore different experiences on the same day! 🌴⚓️ Matt heads off for an adventurous day in Port Vila, including a thrilling ride on a Zeego boat, while Deb enjoys a peaceful day aboard the Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas. Who will have more fun?

🔥 “Port Villa Adventure vs. Ship Relaxation: A Day to Remember!” 🔥

In this extended vlog, watch as Matt dives into the local markets, enjoys a Zeego boat ride, and scouts out the best duty-free deals in Port Vila. Meanwhile, Deb takes advantage of a quieter ship to explore onboard amenities, from the serene pool deck to the lively Seaplex.

👇 What’s in this video:

✅️Matt’s exciting exploration of Port Vila and his thrilling Zeego boat adventure.
✅️Deb’s relaxing day on the ship with highlights of onboard activities perfect for a port day.
✅️Tips on how to make the most of both off and on-ship experiences during port days.
Whether you’re the adventurous type or prefer to soak up the ship’s offerings, this vlog gives you a taste of both worlds. Don’t forget to comment below who you think had the better day, and share your own port day preferences!

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Exciting #CruiseNews #RoyalCaribbean Perfect Day at Lelepa Construction Update #cruise

by Deb & Matt | Apr 3, 2024 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Exciting news: Get ready to Sail Away to the Paradise of Tomorrow⛵️🌴

You may have heard the rumours that Royal Caribbean have been looking at establishing a South Pacific version of their Perfect Day at Coco Bay here in the South Pacific And we have heard today that yesterday staff from the ship were actually out and about and at Lelepa Were taken over there to have a look at the construction that is already underway So things are starting to happen They were over there doing familiarizations looking at how the local guides might set up different tours on the island as well and all this sort of thing So Lelepa is happening Very exciting Very exciting.

Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Don’t Miss: Exciting Royal Caribbean Australia Cruise News

by Deb & Matt | Apr 2, 2024 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

LIVE ON BOARD FROM QUANTUM OF THE SEAS.

🚢🌴 BIG NEWS Update: Royal Caribbean’s 2025/26 Australian Cruise Season SOON TO BE Revealed! 🌞🛳️ Dive into the heart of luxury and adventure with our latest video, where we unveil exclusive insider information about Royal Caribbean’s thrilling 2025/26 cruise season from Australia.
Learn and Discover the enchanting new Perfect Day Island at Lelepa in Vanuatu, a paradise crafted for unforgettable memories.

Plus, get a first scoop of the magnificent ships setting sail for the Australian waters – Voyager of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas. These majestic vessels are set to replace Quantum of the Seas, Brilliance of the Seas, and Ovation of the Seas, bringing more competition to the Australian cruise market year-round.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Deb & Matt Chat FIRST Live Stream : Port Villa Duty free

by Deb & Matt | Feb 18, 2024 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

Our First Live Stream so we will be testing out and possibly breaking some gear as we go.

A discussion about the cheapest duty free when cruising the South Pacific and visiting Port Villa and how to find it. Whether you cruise on Quantum of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas, Pacific Adventure, Pacific Encounter, Carnival Luminosa or any of the other ships visiting Port Villa Vanuatu, you are going to want to watch this HOT TIP for finding the cheapest duty free shopping in the South Pacific.

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Deb & Matt Chat on YT: Quantum of the Seas Visit to Mystery Island Vanuatu

by Deb & Matt | Jan 8, 2024 | YouTube: Deb And Matt Chat | 0 |

On our recent @RoyalCaribbean Quantum of the Seas cruise we spent Christmas day on Mystery Island.

The beautiful clear waters and stunning beaches made for a wonderful day of snorkelling and relaxing. But did you know there is an airstrip there too?
A more in depth review will be coming soon.

0:00 Intro
0:36 What was that?
1:11 Airstrip on Mystery Island
3:02 A view back to Quantum of the Seas
3:33 Magical Mystery Island
3:48 Thoughts on snorkelling
4:13 What a child thinks
4:39 Activities on the island
4:58 Stingers & Blue bottles?
5:45 The Key – Another advantage
6:17 Oooh shiny thing