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Deb & Matt Chat
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👁️ 500 views📅 8 months ago⏱️ 1:05:34
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Veteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Do you know what the one bit of advice is that I always give new cruisers? They should seize the day.

We are up on the Leo deck. It is the New Year's Eve party about to kick off. It's going to be a cracker night.

Norwegian have finally said, 'Hey, we're going to go to digital for the onboard daily program.'

They're now going to put a limit of, you know, up to two meals per person per delivery on the all day room service.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Pack swimwear, sunscreen, medications, and gadgets in your carry-on luggage.
Check cruise line policies for allowed drinks in carry-on.
Be prepared for your checked bag to arrive later than expected.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Bag not arriving on timePack essentials like swimwear, sunscreen, and medications in your carry-on.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should new cruisers pack in their carry-on?
QHow is Norwegian Cruise Line changing its daily program and room service?
QWhat is Carnival's commitment to the Australian market?

Topics Covered

Kids Family2½ Happy BaconEmbarkation2½ Happy BaconCruise News½ Happy BaconValue Pricing½ Happy BaconDining Room Service2½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Osaka2½ Happy Bacon
Broome3 Happy Bacon
Sydney2½ Happy Bacon
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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Sad Bacon — creators took issue with this
Meh — no strong opinion either way

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YouTube Video Description

Welcome aboard another episode of Deb & Matt Chat LIVE, your weekly cruise news, conversation and community catch-up! 🚢🎙️ This week we’ll dive into the biggest headlines shaking the cruise world — from Norwegian Cruise Line’s move to digital daily programs and new room service limits, to Carnival Cruise Line’s pricing insights and upcoming homeport news. We’ll also celebrate the start of Australia’s cruise summer season with Carnival Luminosa arriving in Sydney and Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas on her way down under! Plus, Crown Princess makes history as the first ship to dock at Broome’s new floating jetty. And keep your eyes peeled 👀 — we may have some very special guests joining live from a ship somewhere in the world! 🌏🛳️ As always, Deb shares her weekly cruise tip, Matt brings his meme of the week, and we answer your questions in the live chat! 👉 Join the conversation live, subscribe for weekly cruise news, and be part of Australia’s most interactive cruise community.