What This Means
The best evidence is the sailing set itself: Ovation of the Seas in Alaska dominates the top of the tier, but the broader mix includes Mediterranean sailings, including Barcelona and Rome departures in the higher tiers. At 2,000 points, Europe becomes more than a token option, with 31 Mediterranean sailings and a top score on Explorer of the Seas out of Barcelona. By 3,000, Europe is clearly in play, with 47 Mediterranean sailings and stronger balcony inventory.
If the question is where Europe first becomes realistic, the answer is 1,200. If the question is where it becomes comfortable, the answer is 2,000 to 3,000.