Embarkation Chaos & 90s Vibes! Our FINAL P&O Australia Cruise | Pacific Encounter to Carnival
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We have had some delays. We have obviously everyone was aware that there is a cyclone up off the Queensland coast at the moment.
That was a long and more stressful than normal boarding process. I think just the tension of trying to control crowds.
Port of Brisbane could do better though. Um, you know, really in terms not the not the staff today. They're doing the best they can.
We do enough cruises that we don't actually need to get the embarcation photos.
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It’s the end of an era! Join us as we set sail on our very last P&O Australia cruise aboard the Pacific Encounter — now rebranded as Carnival Encounter. This isn’t your average embarkation day... delays, disorganisation, and an approaching cyclone made for a chaotic start to our nostalgic 90s themed cruise! 🌪️🕺 From long lines at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal to unexpected boarding hiccups, we take you behind the scenes of this unforgettable embarkation experience. But it’s not all stress — once onboard, we dive into delicious dining, get into the 90s party spirit, and reconnect with cruise creator friends like Rob & Ali from Robynellic. 🚢 Whether you're a die-hard P&O fan, curious about the Carnival switchover, or just love a good cruise vlog, this is the perfect kickoff to our brand-new series. 👍 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 🎞️🍿🎬🍿 ========== CHAPTERS ========== 00:00 – Intro: Final P&O Cruise Begins 01:10 – Cyclone Delays at the Terminal (and Crowd Confusion!) 03:45 – Boarding the Pacific Encounter 06:00 – Cabin Check-In and First Impressions 07:45 – Dinner Before Unpacking?! 09:30 – Pumpkin Obsession & Arancini Favourites 11:10 – Internet Setup Onboard 12:00 – Reuniting with Rob & Ali & 90s Vibes Begin 14:00 – A Final Message From Us (Day 1 Wrap-Up) #POAustralia #PacificEncounter #CarnivalEncounter #CruiseVlog #CruiseAustralia #EmbarkationDay #90sCruise #FarewellPO #DebAndMattChat #CruiseChaos #CarnivalCruiseLine #Robynellic #BrisbaneCruise #CycloneCruise