Queen Anne: Sanitation Record & Health Report
ShipTea Verdict
Cunard's Queen Anne is the new kid in a fleet built on stuffy formality and afternoon tea rituals, but don't let the Pinnacle-class polish fool you into thinking it skipped its homework. A CDC score of 95 on its lone inspection to date is a genuinely strong showing for a ship that only launched in 2024 — that's the kind of number that makes health inspectors nod approvingly instead of reaching for the write-up pad. The food safety side backs it up too, with a 94.0 and a "Clean Kitchen" grade that suggests whoever's running the galleys on this 113,000-ton vessel actually reads the manual instead of using it as a coaster.
Now, the honest caveat: one inspection is one data point, not a track record. There's no trend to speak of yet — the ship simply hasn't been around long enough to build one — so treat that 95 as a promising first impression rather than a proven pattern. We also don't have reliable outbreak data to report on here, so we're not going to pretend this ship has some spotless, outbreak-free history; we just don't have the receipts either way. At 2,996 passengers and 1,225 crew, Queen Anne is a big ship playing a classic-cruising role, and so far the sanitation side of that equation looks like it's keeping pace with the ambition.
Who it's for: Traditionalists who want Cunard's old-world elegance — white-glove service, real deck space, a sense of occasion — wrapped around a brand-new hull with a clean bill of health so far. Who should skip it: Anyone who needs years of inspection history before they'll set foot on a ship, or cruisers chasing the tackiest, wildest mega-ship energy — Queen Anne is polish and pedigree, not a waterpark with a casino attached.
Queen Anne at a Glance
Queen Anne is a Pinnacle-class ship in the Cunard fleet, built in 2024. It carries 2,996 passengers and measures 113,000 gross tons. Queen Anne has 50 sailings on the schedule through August 2027, mostly from Southampton (33) and Hamburg (7), most often on 7-night voyages (trips run 2 to 90 nights). The next departure is September 20, 2026 from Southampton.
Its most recent CDC inspection scored 95 out of 100 on April 5, 2026. A trend needs at least two inspections, so we will add one when the next result is published.
Pinnacle-Class Sister Ships
Queen Anne has 2 sister ships in the Pinnacle class. Here is how their latest CDC scores compare.
| Ship | Line | Latest CDC score | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koningsdam | Holland America | 100 | Jan 6, 2026 |
| Rotterdam | Holland America | 99 | Mar 16, 2026 |
Score History
Outbreak Timeline
No outbreaks on record for the Queen Anne.
Outbreak history for this ship is not currently available from the CDC.
Environmental Rating: C
Room to Improve
Score Breakdown
Friends of the Earth Report Card
USCG Environmental Compliance
✓ Clean environmental compliance record — no MARPOL deficiencies on file.
Clean Kitchen
Food Safety Sub-Score based on 1 inspection with item-level data.
Food Inspection Breakdown
Item-level deductions from the most recent inspection with detailed data.
| Item | Category | Type | Deducted | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #11 | Employee Health & Illness Management | Critical | 0 | 5 |
| #12 | Employee Cleanliness & Handwashing | Critical | 0 | 5 |
| #13 | Food Safety Management & Knowledge | Critical | 0 | 5 |
| #14 | Employee Appearance | Non-Critical | 0 | 2 |
| #15 | Food Sources & Receiving | Critical | 0 | 5 |
| #16 | Food Temperature & Time Control | Critical | 0 | 5 |
| #17 | Food Protection & Prep Practices | Non-Critical | 0 | 2 |
| #18 | Cross-Contamination Prevention | Critical | 0 | 5 |
| #19 | Food Storage & Handling | Non-Critical | 0 | 2 |
| #20 | Food Display & Service | Non-Critical | 0 | 2 |
| #24 | Food-Contact Surface Cleaning | Critical | 0 | 5 |
| #25 | Wiping Cloths Cleanliness | Non-Critical | 0 | 2 |
| #26 | Equipment Sanitization | Critical | -3 | 5 |
| Total Food Deductions | -3 | 50 | ||
⚠ 3 points deducted from critical food safety items.
How Is This Calculated?
The Food Safety Sub-Score extracts deductions from 13 food-specific CDC VSP inspection items (items 11-20 and 24-26) covering employee hygiene, temperature control, cross-contamination, food storage, and equipment sanitation. The maximum possible food deduction is 50 points. Score = 100 × (1 - food deductions / 50).
Crew Treatment: Crew's Choice
This score reflects how Cunard treats its crew — based on employee reviews, flag state quality, safety compliance, and editorial assessment. All ships in the Cunard fleet share this line-level rating.
Glassdoor Employee Rating
★★★★☆ 3.5Based on 312 employee reviews
Score Breakdown
Flag State Quality
Queen Anne is registered under a Paris MOU White List flag state — the highest safety and compliance tier. Flag State Score: 100/100
Upcoming Sailings
| Voyage | Departs | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 9 nights, one-way from Southampton to Piraeus-Athens | Sep 20 | 9N |
| 19 nights, round-trip from Southampton, United Kingdom | Sep 20 | 19N |
| 10 nights, one-way from Piraeus-Athens to Southampton | Sep 29 | 10N |
| 4 nights, round-trip from Southampton, United Kingdom | Oct 9 | 4N |
| 12 nights, round-trip from Southampton, United Kingdom | Oct 13 | 12N |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The latest CDC sanitation score for the Queen Anne is 95/100 as of April 5, 2026.
No, the Queen Anne has never failed a CDC inspection. All recorded scores have been 86 or above.
No, the Queen Anne has no recorded gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on file with the CDC.
The Queen Anne has a latest CDC sanitation score of 95/100. See the full inspection history and our ShipTea verdict for a complete assessment.
Based on CDC VSP inspection item-level data, the Queen Anne has a food safety score of 94/100 ("Clean Kitchen"). This sub-score focuses on 13 food-specific inspection items covering temperature control, cross-contamination, and sanitation.
The Queen Anne was last inspected by the CDC on April 5, 2026.