Pattybuff, the Conquest-class ships do not have as many outside seating areas as the older Fantasy-class ships ( I guess that's why they're built with more balcony cabins). That's the one thing we missed during our Conquest cruise compared to our earlier Carnival cruises. These areas are glassed-in on the Conquest, resulting in a nice view still but very little ocean breeze ( which we love!). Still, I would highly recommend the Conquest, but next time we'll get a balcony.