Anthem of the Seas: Sanitation Record & Health Report
ShipTea Verdict
Anthem is Royal Caribbean's Quantum-class representative, sitting between the smaller Freedom-class and the massive Oasis-class. At 4,180 passengers, it's large but more manageable. A 99 CDC score shows excellent operations.
The signature attractions — North Star observation pod, RipCord skydiving simulator, SeaPlex sports complex — are unique to the Quantum class and still impressive. Anthem sails year-round from the New York area, making it the premium option for Northeast cruisers.
**Who it's for:** New York-area cruisers who want a big ship from Bayonne. Tech-savvy cruisers who appreciate innovative features. Anyone who wants mega-ship amenities without 5,000+ passengers.
**Who should skip it:** Budget cruisers (the NYC-area pricing tends to be higher). Warm-weather seekers (Anthem sails some cold-water itineraries).
Score History
Inspection History
Outbreak Timeline
No outbreaks on record for the Anthem of the Seas.
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
Royal Caribbean Crime Rate
Based on DOT CVSSA quarterly crime reports, Royal Caribbean 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: C
Room to Improve
Score Breakdown
Friends of the Earth Report Card
USCG Environmental Compliance
✓ Clean environmental compliance record — no MARPOL deficiencies on file.
Crew Treatment: Crew's Choice
This score reflects how Royal Caribbean treats its crew — based on employee reviews, flag state quality, safety compliance, and editorial assessment. All ships in the Royal Caribbean fleet share this line-level rating.
Glassdoor Employee Rating
★★★★☆ 4.0Based on 3,339 employee reviews
Score Breakdown
Flag State Quality
Anthem of the Seas 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 12 days, round-trip New Zealand Cruise | Mar 22 | 12N |
| 8 days, round-trip South Pacific Cruise | Apr 3 | 8N |
| 3 days, round-trip Sydney Getaway | Apr 11 | 3N |
| 18 days, one-way from Sydney to Honolulu | Apr 14 | 18N |
| 8 days, one-way from Honolulu to Vancouver | May 1 | 8N |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The latest CDC sanitation score for the Anthem of the Seas is 99/100 as of May 16, 2025.
No, the Anthem of the Seas has never failed a CDC inspection. All recorded scores have been 86 or above.
No, the Anthem of the Seas has no recorded gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on file with the CDC.
Based on CDC inspection data and our editorial review, the Anthem of the Seas has a ShipTea rating of "🟢 Smooth Sailing". Check the full profile for detailed inspection history.
The Anthem of the Seas was last inspected by the CDC on May 16, 2025.