MSC's first season in Alaska is fully underway!

What to know: Yacht Club passengers get a faster embarkation path, with bag drop, express security, drinks, and lounge access in about 25 minutes from curb to lounge. Glacier viewing is easiest from the Top Sail lounge, the only enclosed full-view space, which keeps guests warm during Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier. Juneau often involves tendering because MSC lacks priority docking, so a later afternoon port call can improve your chances of docking instead. Pool water is not heated, but the hot tubs are heated and were the main outdoor swimming spot for adults on this sailing. Shore excursion times may not appear until tickets are delivered, so passengers should not rely on the online listing for schedule details. Check out our site for more from our time on the ship: https://www.cruisecritic.com/live/ships/msc/msc-poesia/chris-gray-faust/2026-08-03 #cruise #cruiselife #msccruises #alaska