Yes, the Pacific is colder than the Atlantic. I remember one private snorkel excursion when the guide jumped in the water first. My Spanish is mostly limited to curse words, and he used them all.
They do sell excursions running into the hundreds if you want a private cabana. Other options include the lift tickets, clam shells, snorkel gear, etc.
The biscuit honey thing I tried on the first day of a MG cruise turned me off to Shaq's for the rest of the cruise and well into the Celebration cruise. I finally tried the tenders which coupled with the buffalo sauce were pretty tasty. But then buffalo sauce makes just about anything edible.
I have, but not often. Last time was in 2017.
I do have a Celebrity cruise booked next year, and purchased a discounted slot tournament entry for that, which I think is a more likely source.
Delayed. They are supposed to mail one per cabin (allegedly) within two weeks of our cruise. Pierre the hotel director sent a letter to everyone. I would have thought they would be on your cruise. Ask Guest Services what's their excuse now?
I made a half-fast effort to find, but failed. I think all the passenger decks facing forward have forward facing balconies, but could be wrong. There was a door or two that didn't strictly say off limits.