The Cleanest Cruise Ships in 2024
This year, 24 cruise ships have earned a perfect score of 100 during surprise health inspections by the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program.
What is the Cruise Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP)?
The Cruise Vessel Sanitation Program is a collaborative effort between the CDC and the cruise industry, aimed at reducing the spread of gastrointestinal illnesses, such as norovirus, and other health risks aboard ships. The program sets sanitation standards for cruise ships and conducts unannounced inspections to ensure compliance.
The program covers a wide range of areas on the ship, including food preparation, potable water safety, waste management, ventilation, and medical facilities. Through these inspections, the VSP works to prevent and control the introduction and spread of infectious diseases.
Which Cruise Ships Made the List?
Norwegian Cruise Line came out on top with six of their cruise ships earning a perfect score, followed by Royal Caribbean with four.
Norwegian Cruise Line
- Norwegian Gem – January 2
- Norwegian Escape – January 27
- Norwegian Sky – May 23
- Norwegian Bliss – June 22
- Norwegian Jewel – July 24
- Norwegian Breakaway – September 22
Royal Caribbean
- Brilliance of the Seas – May 16
- Radiance of the Seas – July 21
- Serenade of the Seas – September 10
- Jewel of the Seas – September 28
Carnival Cruise Line
- Carnival Spirit – September 3
- Carnival Magic – October 13
Celebrity Cruises
- Celebrity Ascent – January 7
- Celebrity Equinox – February 15
Viking
- Viking Polaris – April 2
- Viking Orion – August 18
MSC Cruises
- MSC Seashore – May 26
- MSC Meraviglia – July 9
Disney Cruise Line
- Disney Fantasy – January 24
Explora Journeys
- Explora I – January 25
Oceania Cruises
- Oceania Regatta – July 22
Seabourn
- Seabourn Odyssey – August 16
Holland America Line
- Zuiderdam – August 24
Windstar Cruises
- Star Pride – September 29
If you want to see your cruise ship’s latest score, you can find it on the CDC’s Advanced Cruise Ship Inspection Search. Reports are listed on CDC’s website a few weeks after each inspection.
While the CDC’s Cruise Vessel Sanitation Program aims to ensure that cruise ships are safe and sanitary, accidents and illnesses can still happen due to negligence or unsanitary conditions. If you or a loved one falls ill or is injured aboard a cruise ship, you may have legal options to seek compensation for your suffering.
Aronfeld Trial Lawyers specializes in representing passengers who have been harmed due to unsafe conditions on cruise ships. We understand the complexities of maritime law and can help you pursue a claim against the cruise line for negligence, whether you’ve contracted an illness due to poor sanitation or suffered an injury due to a safety violation.
Common Cases We Handle
- Illnesses from Contaminated Food or Water: If you or a loved one has fallen ill due to contaminated food or water aboard a cruise ship, we can investigate whether the cruise line failed to meet sanitation standards and pursue compensation for your medical expenses and suffering.
- Injuries Due to Unsafe Conditions: If you were injured due to poorly maintained facilities, such as slippery decks, malfunctioning equipment, or unsafe water systems, Aronfeld Trial Lawyers can help you hold the cruise line accountable.
- Medical Negligence: If you were misdiagnosed or received inadequate care from the ship’s medical staff, we can help you pursue a medical negligence claim against the cruise line. With our expertise in maritime law and extensive experience representing cruise ship passengers, we will fight to ensure that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you deserve. Visit Aronfeld Trial Lawyers for more information or to schedule a consultation. We are committed to helping you navigate the legal process and
holding cruise lines accountable for passenger safety.
