Luxury Cruising Podcast: Come Explore the World In Style
You love to travel, but you don’t just want any vacation—you want an experience that’s seamless, refined, and unforgettable. Whether you're dreaming of an opulent suite with a private butler, exclusive shore excursions, or world-class dining at sea, Luxury Cruising Podcast is your guide to navigating the world of high-end cruising without the guesswork. Hosted by Dr. Krystal Sodaitis, a luxury travel enthusiast and expert in high-end cruising experiences, this podcast takes you behind the velvet ropes of the industry. Learn how to choose the perfect luxury cruise, unlock VIP perks, and get the best value on a five-star experience. IN EACH EPISODE, WE’LL COVER: 🌟 Behind-the-scenes insights into the world's most luxurious cruise lines 🏝 Destination deep dives—the best excursions, hidden gems, and bucket-list ports 🍷 Fine dining at sea—Michelin-starred menus, exclusive wine tastings, and private chef experiences 🛏 Suite life secrets—how to book opulent accommodations for less 💡 Expert interviews with seasoned travelers, travel advisors, and cruise insiders 💎 Real traveler stories from those who have mastered luxury cruising on any budget For those who want to experience the best of the best at sea—without overpaying, the Luxury Cruising Podcast is your personal concierge to all things refined, relaxing, and rewarding. ✨ Premiering Sunday, March 2! Subscribe now and start planning your next dream cruise.
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Ever wondered what it’s like to sail the world in first-class comfort? To skip the crowds, dine in exclusive restaurants, and have a crew that knows your name—and your favorite cocktail?
Luxury cruising isn’t just for the ultra-wealthy; it’s for those who know where to find the extraordinary.
Each week, we’ll discuss:
✅ The suite life—how to choose the perfect stateroom and why it matters
✅ The ultimate onboard experiences—from world-c...
This episode is sponsored by: Simply Inspired Travel
You’ve spent years caring for others—now it’s time to indulge in a seamless, luxury cruise experience. Simply Inspired Travel crafts curated itineraries with VIP perks and stress-free planning. Book a consultation and receive a complimentary VIP cruise planning guide.
Start your journey at travelsimplyinspired.com/luxury-cruising
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Luxury C...
This episode is sponsored by: Simply Inspired Travel
You’ve spent years caring for others—now it’s time to indulge in a seamless, luxury cruise experience. Simply Inspired Travel crafts curated itineraries with VIP perks and stress-free planning. Book a consultation and receive a complimentary VIP cruise planning guide. Start your journey at travelsimplyinspired.com/luxury-cruising
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Dr. Krystal Sodaitis interviews her first gues...
This episode is sponsored by: Simply Inspired Travel
You’ve spent years caring for others—now it’s time to indulge in a seamless, luxury cruise experience. Simply Inspired Travel crafts curated itineraries with VIP perks and stress-free planning. Book a consultation and receive a complimentary VIP cruise planning guide. Start your journey at travelsimplyinspired.com/luxury-cruising
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In this episode of Luxury Cruising, Dr. Kry...
This episode is sponsored by: Simply Inspired Travel
You’ve spent years caring for others—now it’s time to indulge in a seamless, luxury cruise experience. Simply Inspired Travel crafts curated itineraries with VIP perks and stress-free planning. Book a consultation and receive a complimentary VIP cruise planning guide. Start your journey at travelsimplyinspired.com/luxury-cruising
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What if you could board a cruise ship and ne...
This episode is sponsored by: Simply Inspired Travel
You’ve spent years caring for others—now it’s time to indulge in a seamless, luxury cruise experience. Simply Inspired Travel crafts curated itineraries with VIP perks and stress-free planning. Book a consultation and receive a complimentary VIP cruise planning guide. Start your journey at travelsimplyinspired.com/luxury-cruising
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In this episode of Luxury Cruising, Dr. Krystal ...
This episode is sponsored by: Deep Dive Coaching Institute
Experience exclusive, personalized coaching with Bev Aron. Whether you are growing a business, strengthening relationships, or embracing self-acceptance, Bev provides deep, transformative support.
Discover the most luxurious way to up-level your life at https://bevaron.com/
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What if luxury wasn’t about extravagance, but about ease? In this episode, Bev Aron shares how he...
This episode is sponsored by: Deep Dive Coaching Institute
Experience exclusive, personalized coaching with Bev Aron. Whether you are growing a business, strengthening relationships, or embracing self-acceptance, Bev provides deep, transformative support.
Discover the most luxurious way to up-level your life at https://bevaron.com/
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Dr. Krystal Sodaitis kicks off a new series exploring how different types of cruise l...
This episode is sponsored by: Bev Aron at the Deep Dive Coaching Institute
Experience exclusive, personalized coaching with Bev Aron. Whether you are growing a business, strengthening relationships, or embracing self-acceptance, Bev provides deep, transformative support.
Discover the most luxurious way to up-level your life at https://bevaron.com/
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A premium cruise suite isn’t just a place to sleep—it’s an experience that redef...
This episode is sponsored by: Bev Aron at the Deep Dive Coaching Institute
Experience exclusive, personalized coaching with Bev Aron. Whether you are growing a business, strengthening relationships, or embracing self-acceptance, Bev provides deep, transformative support.
Discover the most luxurious way to up-level your life at https://bevaron.com/
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Luxury cruises aren’t just vacations—they’re floating five-star experiences wher...
Small luxury cruise lines redefine high-end travel with intimate ships, world-class dining, and unique itineraries. Unlike mega-cruises, these boutique experiences focus on personalized service, immersive destinations, and all-inclusive indulgence. These cruise lines typically have small ships able to get into unique off the beaten path ports that allow for truly unique itineraries.
Whether it’s Paul Gauguin’s South Pacific magic, ...
What if your next cruise didn’t feel like a trip—but like slipping into a different version of yourself, one that lives in silk robes and never waits in line?
In this episode of Luxury Cruising, host Dr. Krystal Sodaitis is joined by the ultimate cruise duo: Lisa McWhorter, a frequent Virgin voyager who’s turned her love for cruising into an art form, and Sylvia Hannah, the travel whisperer behind Luxe for Less Travel. Together, the...
With 37 cruises under her belt and an eye for smart luxury, Sylvia Hannah wasn’t sure what to expect from MSC’s Yacht Club. What she found? A hidden gem of European elegance at sea. 💎
In this episode, Sylvia takes us deck-by-deck through her experience on the MSC Seashore, where Italian design meets elevated service. Think: private lounges, gourmet dining, priority boarding, and one of the most beautifully designed ships afloat. Oh...
There’s cruising… and then there’s cruising in the Ultimate Family Suite on Royal Caribbean’s newest megaship, Utopia of the Seas.
Samantha Bailey—travel advisor and founder of Endeavor Travel Group—joins Krystal to talk about her family’s unforgettable stay in this two-story, jaw-dropping suite. From matching pajamas waiting on their beds to custom coffee deliveries and full-sized tubs for toddlers, every detail was magic. Add in a...
Think you've gone off the grid? Try 90 degrees north.
In this episode of Luxury Cruising, host Krystal Sodaitis chats with Dr. Gretchen Green, a retired radiologist and global traveler who recently fulfilled a breathtaking bucket list dream: cruising to the North Pole on Ponant’s icebreaker, Le Commandant Charcot.
Over the course of two weeks (entirely at sea!), Gretchen, her daughter, and her mother journeyed through towering glacie...
After swearing off cruising for good, Sherri decided to give it one more chance—this time with Seabourn. What followed was a complete redefinition of luxury at sea.
In this episode, Sherri joins host Krystal Sodaitis to recount her seven-night journey through Greece and Turkey aboard a Seabourn small ship. From Black Friday upgrades to rose petals on the bed for her 20th anniversary, Sherri takes us through it all—caviar at midnight...
When Matt set sail on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 with his mother—who once worked aboard Cunard as a nurse in the 1980s—he wasn’t just chasing luxury.
He was chasing legacy.
In this episode of Luxury Cruising, host Krystal Sodaitis dives into the Queen’s Grill experience, from white-glove butler service and off-menu dinners to full afternoon tea and balcony suites with walk-in wardrobes. Matt shares what sets the Queens Grill Suite experi...
Not all cruises are created equal—and Dr. Nadeen White knows that better than most.
After a lifetime of ocean cruising, Dr. White stepped aboard an AmaWaterways ship for a Rhône River sailing that changed everything. In this episode of Luxury Cruising, host Dr. Krystal Sodaitis explores how river cruising blends intimacy, cultural immersion, and personalized luxury into one unforgettable experience.
With just 110 guests, wine-themed ...
What started as a casual conversation over dinner became an unforgettable Danube River journey for Michele Wirth, founder of Simply Inspired Travel. In this episode of Luxury Cruising, host Dr. Krystal Sodaitis reconnects with her first-ever guest to explore the refined, relaxed magic of a Viking River Cruise.
Michele shares every detail—from minimalist Scandinavian interiors and glass-wrapped dining spaces to the joy of crowd-free ...
For Jeff, travel wasn’t just a passion—it was the plan. After years of organizing group trips with friends, he stepped into retirement and straight onto an AmaWaterways ship. What followed? Dozens of unforgettable river cruises, birthday celebrations in wine country, and a love affair with small ships and big experiences.
In this episode of Luxury Cruising, Jeff and host Dr. Krystal Sodaitis dive into everything AmaWaterways: from h...
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