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Carnival Encounter Maiden Cruise Surprises You Didn’t Expect!

Deb & Matt Chat
Deb & Matt Chat
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👁️ 4K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 15:33
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Creator's Key Takeaways

So, let's see what the changes have been. So, Deb, um changes, there's a lot, but there's not a lot.

They are now doing free pizza down in Trtoria between 11 and 4 daily.

We just say give them a bit of leniency.

Give it a go. ... give it a chance.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Be patient with staff learning new systems.
Try the free pizza at Trtoria between 11 AM and 4 PM.
Give the ship a chance despite changes.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat changes were made to Carnival Encounter on its maiden voyage?
QHow has the dining experience changed?
QWhat new activities or services are available?

Topics Covered

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YouTube Video Description

Join us for review of the changes to Carnival Encounter on her maiden voyage. Formerly sailing for P&O Australia as Pacific Encounter, we hop on board to find out what changed and what has stayed the same after undergoing a "Wet Dock" Process in March 2025 alongside her sistership The Carnival Adventure prior to this sailing. 👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE! Your support helps us continue to bring you more fantastic cruise content. 🚢💕 😻💌 You can also follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/debandmattchat/ & https://www.instagram.com/debandmattchat 🎞️🍿🎬🍿 Checkout out some other videos 📽️ Day 1 Embarkation on Carnival Encounter https://youtu.be/Yj0nP7gcfy4 📽️ Carnival Cruise Videos Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrI33O-t_CIq_vu5ATIbjuG6 📽️ P&O Australia Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJby3T-ADr4vKlN9okYOTHy 📽️ Cruise Cabin Tours and Reviews https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPUerYdynBrJ5bridAKcgqxwHGl2FKh3C ========== CHAPTERS ========== 0:00 Intro 0:17 Changes? How big? 0:40 Kids Areas 1:40 Free Pizza - sort of 3:30 Piano Bar 88 4:04 Encounter Hotel 4:28 Lift upgrade - directional signs 4:46 Byron Beach Club Carnival Cruises 4:54 Oasis Adults only area 5:10 Smoking areas on Carnival Encounter 5:40 NOT Free Ice Cream 5:58 Carnival Edge - Unique Cruise Experience 6:34 Fun Squad 7:20 New activites 7:44 Build-a-bear 8:11 No more Themed Cruises 9:51 Dining changes 13:33 Casino Upgrades #cruise #carnivalcruise #cruisevlog #cruisetips #cruiseadvice #cruisehacks #travel #travelcouple #cruiselife #traveladvice #travelhints