Wonder of the Seas: Sanitation Record & Health Report
ShipTea Verdict
Wonder of the Seas held the "world's largest" title until Icon showed up, and honestly? It might be the better ship for it. A CDC score of 98 shows the crew knows what they're doing, and the ship has had time to work out the kinks that plague brand-new vessels.
The eight distinct neighborhoods work surprisingly well at managing crowd flow, something the slightly-larger Icon still struggles with. Central Park with its live trees and open-air dining is still one of the most creative spaces at sea.
**Who it's for:** Royal Caribbean fans who want the mega-ship experience without the newest-ship premium pricing. Families and multi-generational groups.
**Who should skip it:** Solo travelers. Anyone bothered by the ship dwarfing every port it visits.
Score History
Inspection History
Outbreak Timeline
No outbreaks on record for the Wonder 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: 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: 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
Wonder 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days, round-trip Bahamas Perfect Day Cruise | Mar 16 | 4N |
| 3 days, round-trip Bahamas Perfect Day Cruise | Mar 20 | 3N |
| 4 days, round-trip Bahamas Perfect Day Cruise | Mar 23 | 4N |
| 3 days, round-trip Bahamas Perfect Day Cruise | Mar 27 | 3N |
| 4 days, round-trip Bahamas Perfect Day Cruise | Mar 30 | 4N |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The latest CDC sanitation score for the Wonder of the Seas is 98/100 as of September 5, 2025.
No, the Wonder of the Seas has never failed a CDC inspection. All recorded scores have been 86 or above.
No, the Wonder of the Seas has no recorded gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on file with the CDC.
Based on CDC inspection data and our editorial review, the Wonder of the Seas has a ShipTea rating of "🟢 Smooth Sailing". Check the full profile for detailed inspection history.
Based on CDC VSP inspection item-level data, the Wonder of the Seas 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 Wonder of the Seas was last inspected by the CDC on September 5, 2025.