Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on Celebrity Millennium.
Source: CDC public records
Data checked on October 31, 2026
Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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Celebrity CruisesInspected February 3, 2023
100out of 100
Latest CDC sanitation score
Passed
Celebrity Millennium scored 100 out of 100 in its last CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on February 3, 2023. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.
+2 vs previous inspection (98, Aug 23, 2017)
96.4average of the last 5 inspections
89lowest score (May 2017)
33inspections since 2001
0failed inspections
No longer in the CDC’s current list. Celebrity Millennium is not on the CDC Green Sheet, which shows “the most recent inspection score for each ship in VSP jurisdiction”. When a ship sails outside the United States for an extended period, it drops out of the CDC database and is inspected again if it returns (CDC FAQ). Its last score is from February 3, 2023.
Inspection history of Celebrity Millennium
Every CDC inspection score on record for Celebrity Millennium: 33 inspections from January 7, 2001 to February 3, 2023, 7 perfect scores of 100 and no failed inspections.
The full findings of the last 3 inspections, as written in the CDC reports. Each finding refers to an item of the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program standards; points are deducted by item, for a single significant violation or for a pattern of similar ones (CDC FAQ).
February 3, 2023
100Passed
13 findings · 0 points deducted
No points deducted.
All 13 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.
Galleys (kitchens)8 findings
Item 12Deck 3 - Pastry
A crew member working bare handed at the dough sheeter had ink writing on the palm of his hand.
Item 21Qsine
Clear tape was on the front underside of the flat and grooved grill, making cleaning difficult.
Item 21Sushi on Five
On the bottom of the fire shutter door, the gasket was torn in a few areas, which made it difficult to clean. Also, a large hole was in the center of the gasket.
Item 22Deck 3 - Dishwash
The final sanitizing rinse was not producing an effective spray pattern. It appeared the water pressure was low, which resulted in a bulb-like pattern to a narrow stream from each nozzle. The technician adjusted the spray arm which corrected the issue.
Item 27Tuscan Grille
Grease and dust were on the inside bottom surface of the previously cleaned bulkhead-mounted oven. The area was not in operation during the inspection.
Item 34Deck 3 - Potwash
The bucket fill faucet had a slow water leak.
Item 37Dishwash
Above the soiled end of the rack-type dishwash machine, condensate was dripping from the inside of the hood overhang onto the machine. No clean items were impacted.
Item 38Deck 3
Many food equipment items had been out of operation for months to more than one year. For example, in the pastry: (1) the deck-mounted mixer was out of service since 12 December 2022; (2) the adjacent cooking top was out of service since 5 April 2021; (3) the deck-mounted oven was out of service since 30 October 2022. In the soup station: (1) the chopper was out of service since 12 December 2021; (2) two large soup kettles were out of service since 5 April 2021 and 12 December 2021, and one small soup kettle was out of service since 2 October 2021. In the potwash, the left trolley wash was out of service since 12 December 2021. Work orders were placed for all equipment repairs/replacements. Some equipment replacement had been received onboard, but was incorrect and sent back to the supplier.
Other areas2 findings
Item 20Bridge - Coffee Station
A slotted fastener was installed on the coffee press plate to the counter-mounted espresso machine. Old coffee residue was in the recessed area of the fastener.
Item 26Bridge - Coffee Station
Old coffee residue of more than a day's accumulation soiled the coffee press plate to the counter-mounted espresso machine.
Medical center1 finding
Item 02Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Log
An entry on the AGE log for voyage #56890 (13 - 20 January 2023) indicated a food worker had AGE symptom onset on 14 January but did not report to medical until 17 January. Further review of the medical records showed that the report to medical entry on the AGE log was incorrect and was supposed to reflect 14 January. This was confirmed by reviewing the intake/triage log and the crew member's time sheet.
Pantries1 finding
Item 39Pool Bar
One live fly was near the cleaning locker. The area was in operation and drinks were being prepared.
Food storage (provisions)1 finding
Item 19Frozen Vegetables
Frozen pomegranate seeds leaked through the box and onto the box below.
All 15 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.
Galleys (kitchens)11 findings
Item 18Walk-In Refrigerator
Packaged, cold-smoked salmon was stored above ready-to-eat peeled boiled eggs. This was immediately corrected.
Item 18Upright Refrigerator
Raw eggs were stored above parsley used for plate garnish. This was immediately corrected.
Item 21Alto Sham MG1
The corner of the gasket was ripped off. This was replaced immediately.
Item 22Ocean View Dishwash
The rack type dishwash was out of order. Staff stated the machine had been out of order since March 2017 and they were waiting on a part to be delivered.
Item 22Ocean View Potwash
The gasket on the hood type pot wash was ripped. No excessive steam or condensation was observed. The gasket was replaced by the end of the inspection.
Item 22Ocean View Potwash
Water splashed out of the bottom right corner of the pot wash onto the deck. This was fixed by the end of the inspection.
Item 27Tuscan Grill
The heating element over the galley service line was soiled with more than a days' worth of accumulation. The area was not in service at the time. This was immediately cleaned.
Item 27Sushi on 5 Restaurant
The heating element over the galley service line was soiled with more than a days' worth of accumulation. The area was not in service at the time. This was immediately cleaned.
Item 28Dish Wash Galley - Clean Side
Three stacks of previously cleaned bowls, three saucers, and one pitcher were stored upright and uncovered. This was immediately corrected.
Item 29Qsine
The handwash station near the service line did not reach 100°F when tested. The area was not in use at the time. The temperature was immediately adjusted.
Item 39Bakery
A large flying insect was observed in this area.
Bars1 finding
Item 27Casino Bar
The drainage tube on the ice crusher had black and pink debris. The tube was replaced.
Buffets1 finding
Item 39Ocean View - Aft - Starboard - Coffee Station
A live fruit fly was observed in the under counter technical area.
Food storage (provisions)1 finding
Item 19Corridor Near Butter, Eggs, and Dairy Storage
One pallet of bagged rice was stored directly under an insect light trap. The rice was moved to another area.
Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding
Item 10Recreational Water Documentation Review
During the review of the recreational water facility analyzer charts, it was observed that on 10 August, there was no recording of pH. Staff stated that the pen malfunctioned. There was no manual documentation to support the pen malfunction.There was only one instance of this occurrence in all the documentation review.
May 30, 2017
89Passed
18 findings · 11 points deducted
Points deducted (100 − 11 = 89):
−3 ptsItem 09: RWF halogen residuals
−3 ptsItem 13: Management, knowledge, monitoring
−2 ptsItem 10: RWF maintenance, safety equipment
−2 ptsItem 28: Equipment / utensil / linen / single / service storage, handling, dispensed; Clean frequency
All 18 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.
Galleys (kitchens)4 findings
Item 16Ocean View Galley
Nine trays of pasta in the walk in refrigerator recorded temperatures between 42°F and 44°F. Crew also measured temperatures between 42-44°F. The transportation logs noted that the pasta was placed in the refrigerator at 2200 the previous night. Trays were removed and placed into the blast chiller during the inspection. The thermometer used by the inspector had a margin of error of +/-0.7°F.
Item 22Ocean View Dishwash
The washing temperature of the conveyor type machine was 198° during the inspection. Staff reduced the temperature during the inspection.
Item 28Ocean View Dishwash
Excessive steam billowed out from the machine, causing excessive condensation to accumulate on the bulkhead above the clean dish storage area. Condensation dripped onto bowls stored in this clean area. Staff removed the dishes stored in the area and cleaned the bulkhead during the inspection.
Item 37Ocean View Dishwash
The washing temperature of the conveyor type machine was 198° during the inspection. Due to the elevated washing temperature, excessive steam billowed out from the machine, causing excessive condensation to accumulate on the bulkhead above the clean dish storage area. Dripping was noted onto bowls stored in this clean area.
Pools, hot tubs and water play areas2 findings
Item 09Jacuzzi 1 and 2
The pH levels for Jacuzzi 1 and 2 were out of range while open. Jacuzzi 2 was tested first. The inspector measured the pH at 8.14. The inspector took a second reading and measured 8.23. Crew also obtained readings above 8.0. Both the crew and inspector checked their instrument calibration with the ship's secondary standards which indicated both instruments were within range. The inspector then took 2 more subsequent measurements which were 8.16 and 8.04. The inspector used both her reagents as well as the ship's reagents. The inspector took a sample from Jacuzzi 1 and the measurement was 8.05. Crew reported that whirlpool and 2 were on the same line. Both Jacuzzis were immediately closed. The analyzer in the pump room measured 7.46. Crew reported that the pH pump was off and restarted it immediately. Prior to the testing, a guest had been in Jacuzzi 2.
Item 10Jacuzzi 1 and 2
The pH levels for Jacuzzis 1 and 2 were out of range while open. Crew did not confirm that an alarm activated in a continuously manned space to alert crew of the out of range pH. The analyzer in the pump room measured 7.46. Crew reported that the pH pump was off and restarted it immediately. Crew reported the analyzer's calibration was checked daily and the analyzer was calibrated 6 days prior. Crew noted they would ensure the pH was within range and the analyzer would be calibrated prior to reopening the Jacuzzis.
Food storage (provisions)4 findings
Item 13Dry Storage Area
A box of approximately 100 cooking trays was stored for removal at the ship's next port. Five of the trays were soiled. The box of pans was nestled among boxes of packaged food and beverages. A one gallon bottle of a cleaning chemical used for freezer floors was found in a soiled cleaning bucket outside of the chemical locker. Jackets, wood posts, soiled brooms, dust pans, an open box of soiled air filters, and electronic equipment were stored in the area. Additionally, three full sized soiled bed sheets were being used to soak up water leaking from the provisions doors. Staff moved all nonfood items to the adjacent storage area.
Item 19Dry Storage Area
A box containing approximately 100 cooking trays was stored for removal at the ship's next port. Five of the trays were soiled. The box of pans was nestled among boxes of packaged food and beverages. A one gallon bottle of a cleaning chemical used for freezer floors was found in a soiled cleaning bucket outside of the chemical locker. Jackets, wood posts, soiled brooms, dust pans, an open box of soiled air filters, and electronic equipment were stored in the area. Additionally, three full sized soiled bed sheets were being used to soak up water leaking from the provisions doors.
Item 31Dry Storage Area
A one gallon bottle of a cleaning chemical used for freezer floors was found in a soiled cleaning bucket outside of the chemical locker.
Item 38Dry Storage Area
A box containing approximately 100 cooking trays was stored for removal at the ship's next port. Five of the trays were soiled. The box of pans was nestled among boxes of packaged food and beverages. In the same provisions area, a one gallon bottle of a cleaning chemical used for freezer floors was found in a soiled cleaning bucket outside of the chemical locker. In the same area, jackets, wood posts, soiled brooms, dust pans, and electronic equipment were stored. Additionally, three full sized soiled bed sheets were being used to soak up water leaking from the provisions doors. One open box of soiled air filters was found in the same area. Staff moved all nonfood items to the adjacent storage area.
Buffets5 findings
Item 27Ocean View Buffet Port Side Omelet Station
Excessive dust accumulated above the sneeze guard due to a vent located directly above. This buffet section was not in use at the time. Staff immediately cleaned the area and the vent above.
Item 27Ocean View Lido Galley
The ice machine adjacent to the hot grill had a seam full of soiled silicone in a nonfood-contact area. Staff placed the ice machine out of order and cleaned the area.
Item 33Ocean View Buffet Port Side Omelet Station
Excessive dust accumulated along the vent above the sneeze guard. Staff immediately cleaned the vent.
Item 33Ocean View Buffet Port Side
Excessive paint was peeling off the bulkhead above the buffet line and above the adjacent beverage station. The deckhead had been painted over prior.
Item 33Ocean View Buffet Port Side
The slatted bulkhead above the buffet line and the beverage station had dust and insulation wedged between the individual slats. Greater than a day's accumulation of dust and dirt accumulated throughout the deckhead along the buffet line and bulkhead area above the beverage station.
Pantries3 findings
Item 21Housekeeping Pantry Deck 3
Two round plastic pieces on the door of the ice bin were chipped which exposed insulation and created a difficult to clean area.
Item 26Housekeeping Pantry Deck 3
Brown debris was found on the inside wall of the ice bin above the ice. The ice machine was taken out of service.
Item 33Housekeeping Pantry Deck 9
Water was dripping from the deckhead onto the center counter below. A work order had been submitted earlier in the day for the issue. Crew reported they believed that fresh water was dripping but could not confirm the source of the water.
To see this report on the CDC site: open the CDC inspection search, choose Celebrity Millennium in the list of cruise ships, select “All Dates” and press Search, then open “Report” next to the inspection date. (The CDC tool does not allow direct links to a single report.)
