MSC Meraviglia: Sanitation Record & Health Report
ShipTea Verdict
MSC's Meraviglia earned the fleet's lowest CDC score at 86 — just barely passing. This is concerning for a relatively modern ship (2017) and suggests ongoing operational challenges. The indoor promenade with its LED sky ceiling is architecturally impressive, but cleanliness matters more than decor.
MSC is a European-centric line that's been expanding aggressively into the North American market. The cultural differences (smoking policies, dining style, announcement language) can surprise first-time MSC cruisers.
**Who it's for:** European cruisers who know MSC. Budget-conscious cruisers willing to accept a lower CDC score. Families who want a European-flavored cruise experience.
**Who should skip it:** Germaphobes (that 86 score is worrying). Americans who expect Royal Caribbean-style service norms.
Score History
Inspection History
Outbreak Timeline
No outbreaks on record for the MSC Meraviglia.
Total outbreaks on record: 0
Safety score last updated: Feb 20, 2026
How Does This Compare?
USCG Deficiency Records
No USCG deficiencies on record.
Marine Casualties & Investigations
No marine casualties or investigations on record.
Crime Rate Context
MSC Crime Rate
Based on DOT CVSSA quarterly crime reports, MSC has a crime rate roughly in line with the industry average. This score applies to all ships in the fleet. Crime Score: 85/100.
Environmental Rating: B
Making Effort
Score Breakdown
Friends of the Earth Report Card
USCG Environmental Compliance
✓ Clean environmental compliance record — no MARPOL deficiencies on file.
Crew Treatment: Fair Passage
This score reflects how MSC treats its crew — based on employee reviews, flag state quality, safety compliance, and editorial assessment. All ships in the MSC fleet share this line-level rating.
Glassdoor Employee Rating
★★★★☆ 3.8Based on 301 employee reviews
Score Breakdown
Flag State Quality
MSC Meraviglia is registered under a Paris MOU Grey List flag state — average performance on port state inspections. Flag State Score: 50/100
Upcoming Sailings
| Voyage | Departs | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days, round-trip The Bahamas | Mar 15 | 7N |
| 7 days, round-trip The Bahamas | Mar 22 | 7N |
| 7 days, round-trip The Bahamas | Mar 29 | 7N |
| 7 days, round-trip The Bahamas | Apr 5 | 7N |
| 7 days, round-trip The Bahamas | Apr 12 | 7N |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The latest CDC sanitation score for the MSC Meraviglia is 86/100 as of December 9, 2025.
No, the MSC Meraviglia has never failed a CDC inspection. All recorded scores have been 86 or above.
No, the MSC Meraviglia has no recorded gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on file with the CDC.
Based on CDC inspection data and our editorial review, the MSC Meraviglia has a ShipTea rating of "🟢 Smooth Sailing". Check the full profile for detailed inspection history.
The MSC Meraviglia was last inspected by the CDC on December 9, 2025.