These Are the Cleanest Cruise Lines in the U.S., According to CDC Inspection Data
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These Are the Cleanest Cruise Lines in the U.S., According to CDC Inspection Data
"Viking Ocean, Viking Expedition, and Crystal Cruises tied for the three cleanest cruise lines in the United States, boasting identical cleanliness scores, according to a recent study by travel insurance provider Squaremouth."
"To determine sanitation scores, the study looked at Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) inspection reports collected between 2014 and 2025, focusing on cleanliness in various onboard facilities."
"Last year alone, the CDC reported 23 outbreaks of illnesses on board, representing a 28 percent increase compared to 2024, with norovirus responsible for 17 of the 23 reported cases."
A study by Squaremouth revealed that Viking Ocean, Viking Expedition, and Crystal Cruises have the highest cleanliness scores among U.S. cruise lines. The study analyzed CDC inspection reports from 2014 to 2025, focusing on various sanitation aspects. Oceania Cruises ranked second, followed by P&O Cruises and Japan Grace. Virgin Voyages, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Celebrity Cruises completed the top five. The CDC reported 23 outbreaks of gastrointestinal illnesses on cruise ships last year, with norovirus being the most common, highlighting the importance of sanitation in close quarters.
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