Grand Princess: Sanitation Record & Health Report
ShipTea Verdict
The Grand Princess pulls off a respectable 92 on her latest CDC inspection — passing, yes, but let's be real: the fleet average sits around 95, which means she's doing fine the way a B+ student does fine. You're not calling home about it, but you're not getting a strongly worded email either. Her most recent inspection wrapped up December 30, 2025, which means she headed into the new year with a clean bill of health — more than most of us can say after the holidays.
Where Grand Princess genuinely earns her keep is in the kitchen. A perfect 100 food safety score and a "Spotless Galley" designation is the culinary equivalent of a white-glove inspection where the inspector ran out of things to write down. That's not just good — that's embarrassingly good. Princess Cruises ships have historically been solid performers in the food safety department, and Grand Princess is doing her part to uphold that reputation with zero asterisks.
Who it's for: Anyone who wants a predictable, well-run cruise where the buffet isn't a gamble and the health inspector isn't quietly judging from the corner. Grand Princess rewards guests who care more about a clean, comfortable experience than chasing the newest ship in the fleet. Who should skip it: If you're a score hawk who only sails vessels hovering at 98 or above, you might find yourself quietly disappointed — not by anything specific, just by that vague awareness that there's a few percentage points left on the table.
Score History
Outbreak Timeline
No outbreaks on record for the Grand Princess.
Total outbreaks on record: 0
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.
Spotless Galley
Food Safety Sub-Score based on 3 inspections 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: Fair Passage
This score reflects how treats its crew — based on employee reviews, flag state quality, safety compliance, and editorial assessment. All ships in the fleet share this line-level rating.
Glassdoor Employee Rating
★★★★☆ 3.4Based on 1,439 employee reviews
Score Breakdown
Flag State Quality
Grand Princess 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6 nights, one-way from Vancouver to Los Angeles | Sep 19 | 6N |
| 10 nights, round-trip from Los Angeles, USA | Sep 25 | 10N |
| 29 nights, one-way from Los Angeles to Sydney | Oct 5 | 29N |
| 15 nights, round-trip from Sydney, Australia | Nov 3 | 15N |
| 12 nights, round-trip from Sydney, Australia | Nov 18 | 12N |
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- You want a ship with an excellent latest score (99/100)
- A clean outbreak record matters to you
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- Scores have been trending downward recently
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Frequently Asked Questions
The latest CDC sanitation score for the Grand Princess is 99/100 as of May 12, 2026.
No, the Grand Princess has never failed a CDC inspection. All recorded scores have been 86 or above.
No, the Grand Princess has no recorded gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on file with the CDC.
The Grand Princess has a latest CDC sanitation score of 99/100. See the full inspection history and our ShipTea verdict for a complete assessment.
Based on CDC VSP inspection item-level data, the Grand Princess 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 Grand Princess was last inspected by the CDC on May 12, 2026.