Great photo, Diana! The Silversea staff is quite firm in reminding passengers in the Deck 5 Vista staterooms that tables and chairs cannot be brought outside. The shared veranda must be kept clear at all times. During my cruise, two of our neighbor passengers dragged chairs outside, and had their hands slapped by the crew. Even though you cannot sit outside on the veranda....it still is very convenient to have...great for impromptu weather checks or quick "look-sees" while the ship docks. For my shutterbug husband, Ron, it was a great place to take quick scenery shots from. If you love and use a balcony, then go for a Veranda...nothing beats cocktails and a beautiful sunset from a private balcony!