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Onboard Anthem of the Seas LIVE 🚢 | Captain’s Corner, Lelepa & Airlie Beach Cruise Update

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❤️ Best for CoupleSouth_pacificFrom SydneyVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Captain, it's great to hear that you were over at Leipa looking at that recently cuz I know Australians are very much looking forward to the unique destinations that Royal Caribbean are going to bring to the South Pacific and the Australian market.

But what about year round cruising? Can any of you give us a hint on whether Royal might have a year round presence here?

So, Leop Liper is definitely confirmed for even those that are sort of still going it's not going to happen. So, it is going to happen.

The staff are bouncing around with so much energy. Uh we we have nothing bad to say.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Bring magnetic clips to manage the glow from virtual balcony screens in cabins.
✓Book tours early in port to ensure availability, especially when multiple ships are in port.

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Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat was discussed at the Captain's Corner regarding Lelepa Island and year-round cruising in Australia?
QWhat are the updates from the recent stop in Airlie Beach, including shore experiences and tendering?

Topics Covered

Loyalty ProgramMehItinerary Route3 Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Sad BaconCabin Interior2½ Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconService Crew3½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3 Happy BaconShip Condition3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Airlie Beach2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Sunset coral reef glass bottom boat tour
Eden3 Happy Bacon
Sydney2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description↓

We’re LIVE from Anthem of the Seas as we sail back to Sydney! 🚢 Earlier today we attended the Captain’s Corner, where we asked some key questions about Lelepa Island and the future of year-round cruising in Australia. We’ll share what we learned, what was said onboard, and what it could mean for Aussie cruisers going forward. We’re also bringing you updates from our recent stop in Airlie Beach, including shore experiences, tendering, and what surprised us most about spending time there. Tonight’s Live Topics: 🚢 LIVE onboard Anthem of the Seas 🌴 What we learned at Captain’s Corner about Lelepa Island 📆 The reality of year-round cruising in Australia 🌊 Airlie Beach cruise stop updates & experiences 💬 Live chat Q&A with the Deb & Matt Chat community Join us live, ask questions in chat, and be part of the conversation as we talk cruising from the ship, not the studio. 👍 Like, 🔔 subscribe, and share the stream with your cruise friends!