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Last February Escape docked at Amber Cove, not Tianio Bay.

Run by the spa on the first day they should be able t let you know if they ever sell day passes and what they cost. It might be more economical t buy a weekly pass.

Your best hope would be to get on a waiting list upon boarding and hope that someone cancels.

You need to consider that OP is in Ireland before making such specific claims,

In the US it is suggested. In Ireland it may be required.

The answer is very very very few dress up (Less than 1%) and those that do are not in gowns or tuxes.

to insure that it goes to the person you intend you should bring cash.

but why additional tips, the DSC covers all the tips you need to leave

Because of freestyle dining this couldn't happen on NCL.

You are before final payment you should be able to cancel and rebook a different cruise without penalty.

I’ve never seen it done.

Being in crowds of people exposes you to airborne virsus like flu, cold and Covid. Its not going away so take time to weigh your risks and then take appropriate precautions like wearing a mask if you are concerned. Sorry OP is ill but virus borne illnesses are not going away

You need to consider the cost of the FAS gratuities. It is about $40 per day for two people. that amounts to about 4 or 5 drinks. If your husband will have that many then the package even with both of you paying for it is worth while, if he won't drink enough drink to cover the gratuities then opt to pay as you go.

NCL's ship their rules. All adults in the cabin get the package or none do, the rule designed to limit sharing.

what does Whittier have to do with a cruise sailing into Seward? OP is better off on the smaller ship. the only people who spend the inside passage day inside the ship are the ones who came to AK for the wrong reason. AK is all about scenery and the place to see it is outside. Wise people are outside enjoying the cruise not inside he ship. op should book the one way and plan on renting a car in Anchorage and staying at least a night or two exploring the area.

Just an FYI you will fly into Anchorage and then transfer by road or rail to Seward. The train ride down is very scenic.

This is the most likely scenario, but as the quoted poster says its better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.

We don't find the Vancouver terminal to be a nightmare, it's just different because you have to clear US customs before boarding the ship. IMO the Vancouver - Seward trip is the way to go for scenery. The inside passage alone makes this trip superior than a Seattle round-trip.

Agree with cruisemom42. Her explanation is correct.

Hard to find an NCL ship that meets OPs requirements

You have a number of options from renting a car to hiring a cab for a tour.

Yes, it’s done all the time.

if the cruise is canceled the excursion is canceled.

Good guess but for sure the DSC part is incorrect.

You can share a plan. My wife and. I do it all the time and in fact I share my plan between my iPad and my laptop. Only one device can be logged in at a time.