Celebrity Eclipse: Sanitation Record & Health Report
ShipTea Verdict
Look, we don't throw around perfect scores lightly around here — this is a blog that has documented ships failing CDC inspections over moldy ice machines and mystery slime in the beverage lines. So when Celebrity Eclipse walks in with a 100 on its latest inspection (November 2025, no less) and a food safety grade of "Spotless Galley," we are legally obligated to acknowledge that this ship is doing something right. A perfect CDC score puts Eclipse well above the fleet average of roughly 95, which means Celebrity's mid-sized workhorse isn't just coasting — it's actively trying, and succeeding, which is frankly more than we can say for a distressing number of ships out there.
Celebrity Eclipse is the kind of ship that makes you feel vaguely guilty about your cynicism. No outbreak drama, no inspection horror stories, no "and then we found a roach near the buffet" chapters in its recent history. For a ship that's been hauling vacationers around since 2010, maintaining a spotless galley record is genuinely impressive — older ships tend to accumulate more opportunities for things to go sideways, and Eclipse apparently refused to let that happen. The Solstice class has a solid reputation in general, but Eclipse in particular seems to have internalized the assignment.
Who it's for: Anyone who wants a premium-but-not-ultra-luxury experience without gambling on whether the kitchen passed its last health check. If food safety anxiety has ever slightly dampened a cruise for you, Celebrity Eclipse is your safe harbor — literally. Who should skip it: Thrill-seekers hunting for drama and gossip fodder. If you need a ship with some chaotic energy and a colorful inspection history to feel like you've really *lived*, Eclipse will disappoint you completely. It's annoyingly well-run.
Score History
Outbreak Timeline
No outbreaks on record for the Celebrity Eclipse.
Total outbreaks on record: 0
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.
Spotless Galley
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 | 0 | 5 |
| Total Food Deductions | -0 | 50 | ||
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 Celebrity treats its crew — based on employee reviews, flag state quality, safety compliance, and editorial assessment. All ships in the Celebrity fleet share this line-level rating.
Glassdoor Employee Rating
★★★★☆ 4.0Based on 394 employee reviews
Score Breakdown
Flag State Quality
Celebrity Eclipse 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 British Isles | May 9 | 12N |
| 12 days, round-trip Best of Scandinavia | May 21 | 12N |
| 12 days, round-trip Iceland Scotland | Jun 2 | 12N |
| 7 days, round-trip Norwegian Fjords | Jun 14 | 7N |
| 12 days, round-trip Best of Scandinavia | Jun 21 | 12N |
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- You want a ship with an excellent latest score (100/100)
- A clean outbreak record matters to you
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- No CDC inspection data is available yet
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Frequently Asked Questions
The latest CDC sanitation score for the Celebrity Eclipse is 100/100 as of November 22, 2025.
No, the Celebrity Eclipse has never failed a CDC inspection. All recorded scores have been 86 or above.
No, the Celebrity Eclipse has no recorded gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on file with the CDC.
The Celebrity Eclipse has a latest CDC sanitation score of 100/100. See the full inspection history and our ShipTea verdict for a complete assessment.
Based on CDC VSP inspection item-level data, the Celebrity Eclipse has a food safety score of 100/100 ("Spotless Galley"). This sub-score focuses on 13 food-specific inspection items covering temperature control, cross-contamination, and sanitation.
The Celebrity Eclipse was last inspected by the CDC on November 22, 2025.