I have followed/read your threads.
Be careful, from my own personal experience, he is simply shifting the focus. If you are all excited about vacation, you wont be paying attention to his drinking/actions..
IMHO, I do not believe active alkies can achieve sobriety WITHOUT committing to a recovery program.
Personally, I have lived through this band-aid period. It did not last.
More is going to be revealed.
Best to be prepared.