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Celebrity Millennium in Aqua Class (Japan and South Korea Cruise) | Ep 32

Episode Summary

What does luxury feel like when wellness and culture blend at sea? In this episode of Luxury Cruising, Dr. Krystal Sodaitis welcomes Brandi Thompson Fisher, licensed psychotherapist, travel business owner, and seasoned cruiser, to share her recent voyage through Japan and South Korea aboard the Celebrity Millennium in Aqua Class. From thermal spa passes and exclusive dining to sumo wrestling lunches and private kimono tea ceremonies, Brandi reveals how Aqua Class elevates the experience—and why this trip left her already planning the next.

Episode Notes

Brandi Thompson Fisher has built her career as a psychotherapist and travel entrepreneur, but her passion for exploration truly comes alive at sea. In this episode, she takes us behind the scenes of her two-and-a-half-week journey on the Celebrity Millennium in Aqua Class, weaving together the shipboard perks and unforgettable ports of call.

We discuss:

• Why Aqua Class? From spa passes to exclusive dining at Blu
• Wellness focus: Persian Garden, salt therapy, and yoga mats in every stateroom
• Ports that wowed: Sumo wrestling lunches in Tokyo, kimono tea ceremonies in Kyoto, and a moving visit to Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park
• Hidden gems: Busan, South Korea—a port that surprised Brandi with its seafood, temples, and energy
• Value of luxury cruising: How Aqua Class inclusions compare to what standard stateroom guests pay à la carte
• Looking ahead: Her upcoming group sailing on Celebrity Edge out of Sydney in 2026

From regal deer wandering Miyajima Island to unforgettable dinners at Tokyo’s Skytree Tower, Brandi shows how Aqua Class on Celebrity isn’t just about upgraded amenities—it’s about deepening the entire journey.

If you’ve ever wondered whether wellness and culture can define luxury, this conversation will inspire you to see cruising differently.

Key Takeaways

• Aqua Class is wellness redefined: spa passes, fitness perks, and exclusive dining at Blu.
• Smaller, older ships like Millennium can still shine thanks to thoughtful renovations and itineraries that focus on ports.
• Unique cultural excursions—from sumo lunches to kimono tea ceremonies—set this sailing apart.
• Busan, South Korea, proved to be a breathtaking surprise and a reminder of why cruising reveals hidden gems.
• Aqua Class inclusions can add tremendous value compared to paying à la carte for similar perks.

About the Guest

Brandi Thompson Fisher is a licensed psychotherapist and the founder of Fabulous Fisher Travel, a thriving travel business she has run for nearly eight years. A seasoned cruiser and content creator (aka the Therapeutic Travel Boss on TikTok), Brandi curates unforgettable group travel experiences around the globe, combining her expertise in wellness with a passion for adventure.

📌 Website: fabulousfishertravel.com 
📌 TikTok: Therapeutic Travel Boss

About the Host

Dr. Krystal Sodaitis is a pediatrician, executive, and life coach for neurodiverse physicians—and the passionate host behind Luxury Cruising. She brings expert insight and honest excitement to every interview, helping curious travelers elevate their adventures at sea.

📍 Website: luxurycruising.net
📧 Email: luxurycruisingpodcast@gmail.com 
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/krystalsodaitis

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