We always book suites, just love suite perks on E class like apex. If outdoor retreat is too cold there is a large indoor retreat with huge windows that would be great for viewing. Plus food in Luminae is extremely good , having the suite concierge is a big plus he can help with any issues you might have . I wish you and your wife a great cruise no matter what you choose. I would expect the ship to be full.
I love my New York City trips as much as cruising, my problem is there is no drink package that covers the bars there , but better entertainment, my 2 bathroom 800 sq Ft suite isn’t cheap , and cruise can’t match the food .
Cruises are really casual compared to a decade ago, I used to pack a tux now I don’t even bring a sports jacket for most cruises. As Bob said the times they are a changing 😁.
I believe there is a charter filled with broadway artist , lots of music charters we annually do a 70’s music charter on celebrity. It sells our really quick did it last 6 years.
Our last Mediterranean cruise was in September and it was way to hot , it was miserable visiting the Vatican where no shorts are allowed and no a/c or fans ,wife thought she would pass our . Other Mediterranean was in March and weather was perfect for walking around.