It's our first time embarking out of Seattle, so I'm reaching out to veteran cruisers for tips for a smooth embarkation.
If my check-in time is 12:30pm, what time should I plan on arriving at the Pier 91 parking lot (Smith Cove Cruise Terminal Parking)?
We are coming from South of Seattle. GPS says to take I-5 to Mercer exit and take Mercer to Elliott, to Magnolia Bridge Ramp. There's going to be one other ship at the pier embarking around the same time. Any driving tips to avoid congestion?
I'm travelling with four other folks, two of which are elderly parents, so trying to figure out if I should:
3a. Drop everyone and luggage off at terminal, and then drive to parking lot
or
3b. Drive straight to parking lot and have everyone take shuttle to terminal.
Thanks!