Thank you Betty...that makes me feel better. On our last cruise, we really didn't use the balcony much, and since our next one will be in a colder climate, I'm guessing we'd use it even less. Have you found the workers on the walkway outside are annoying, or are they just not there that much? As for the noise, it will be a good wake up call for me to get up and get my butt to the gym!!!
