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Scarlet Lady CDC inspection score

Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on Scarlet Lady.

  • Source: CDC public records
  • Data checked on October 31, 2026
  • Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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Virgin VoyagesInspected April 15, 2026

Latest CDC sanitation score

Passed

Scarlet Lady scored 99 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on April 15, 2026. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.

+5 vs previous inspection (94, Dec 19, 2025)
96.6average of the last 5 inspections
94lowest score (October 2023)
6inspections since 2023
0failed inspections

Inspection history of Scarlet Lady

Every CDC inspection score on record for Scarlet Lady: 6 inspections from January 26, 2023 to April 15, 2026, no perfect scores of 100 and no failed inspections.

7580859095100Fail zone: 85 or lower2023202420252026Jan 26, 2023: 98Jun 23, 2023: 98Oct 18, 2023: 94Feb 8, 2025: 98Dec 19, 2025: 94Apr 15, 2026: 997580859095100Fail zone: 85 or lower2023202420252026Jan 26, 2023: 98Jun 23, 2023: 98Oct 18, 2023: 94Feb 8, 2025: 98Dec 19, 2025: 94Apr 15, 2026: 99

All scores

Inspection dateResultReportScore
April 15, 2026Passedfindings below99
December 19, 2025Passedfindings below94
February 8, 2025Passedfindings below98
October 18, 2023Passed94
June 23, 2023Passed98
January 26, 2023Passed98

What the inspectors found

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).

April 15, 2026

99Passed

30 findings · 1 point deducted

Points deducted (100 − 1 = 99):

  • −1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean

All 30 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)13 findings

  • Item 20Deck 15 - Gunbae Korean BBQ Bar

    The soda gun had a slotted fastener in the food splash zone. This was corrected immediately.

  • Item 20Deck 15 - Gunbae Korean BBQ Bar

    The ice machine had been out of order for the past two months. Crew stated they are awaiting repair parts.

  • Item 20Deck 6 - Test Kitchen

    The undercounter blast chiller JC/624053A was missing a magnet preventing the door from closing.

  • Item 21Deck 5 - Agave

    The metal food transportation carts had difficult-to-clean penetrations on both sides of the horizontal handle.

  • Item 22Deck 5 - Warewash

    The hood type glasswash machine's final sanitizing rinse plate surface temperature measured 159.8°F on the first cycle. On the second cycle the plate surface temperature measured 155.4°F and 154.6°F using tip sensitive thermometers. The final sanitizing rinse temperature at the manifold per the machine's temperature gauge was 194°F.

  • Item 24Deck 5 - Warewash

    The hood type glasswash machine's final sanitizing rinse plate surface temperature measured 159.8°F on the first cycle. On the second cycle the plate surface temperature measured 155.4°F and 154.6°F using tip sensitive thermometers. The final sanitizing rinse temperature at the manifold per the machine's temperature gauge was 194°F.

  • Item 29Deck 15 - Gunbae Korean BBQ Warewash

    The handwashing station’s cold water valve was off at the time the inspector performed hand hygiene. The water temperature from the adjustable faucet measured 137°F on the coldest setting. Crew were unaware of the matter. Warewashing was actively in operation at the time. This was corrected immediately.

  • Item 30Deck 15

    A paper towel dispenser at the handwashing station by the soiled drop off side of the warewashing area was empty. This was corrected immediately.

  • Item 33Deck 15 - The Galley

    Water accumulated inside of the walk-in refrigerator deckhead light fixture. This was corrected immediately.

  • Item 33Deck 5 - Warewash

    The deck tile grout was recessed near the entrance to the area.

  • Item 33Deck 5 - Warewash

    Liquid from an unknown source dripped down the exterior surface of deckhead ventilation hood for the hood type glasswash machine.

  • Item 33Deck 6 - Pastry

    The dry storage pantry door had a difficult to clean penetration where the locking mechanism was missing a cover plate. More than a day's accumulation of dust was inside the penetration.

  • Item 36Deck 15

    The light intensity at the glasswash machine soiled-side landing measured less than 220 lux. Warewashing was in operation at the time of the inspection. This was corrected prior to the end of the inspection.

Buffets11 findings

  • Item 21Deck 15 - The Galley - Daily Mix

    The countertop had several open seams along the back right corner of the hot plate well.

  • Item 24Deck 15 - The Galley - Ground Club 2

    The chlorine sanitizing solution container underneath the counter-mounted coffee machine did not have a residual. This was corrected immediately.

  • Item 27Deck 15 - The Galley - Cereal Station

    More than a day's accumulation of dust was on the open shelf above the following food items and equipment: - two milk jugs - two cereal dispensers - clean bowls on storage racks - sanitary napkins The venue was in operation at the time of the inspection. This was corrected immediately.

  • Item 27Deck 5

    Food debris was on the nonfood-contact surface of a plate out for crew use.

  • Item 27Deck 5

    Condensate collected on the deckhead exhaust ventilation above the deep fat fryer.

  • Item 28Deck 15 - The Galley - Cereal Station

    More than a day's accumulation of dust was on the open shelf above the following food items and equipment: - two milk jugs - two cereal dispensers - clean bowls on storage racks - sanitary napkins The venue was in operation at the time of the inspection. This was corrected immediately.

  • Item 33Deck 15 - The Galley - Daily Mix

    Open seams at the deckhead/bulkhead juncture were above the counter-mounted oven.

  • Item 33Deck 5

    An unknown liquid dripped from around the deep fat fryer and pooled on the deck.

  • Item 33Deck 5

    The deck tile grout was recessed throughout the working side of the buffet.

  • Item 37Deck 5

    Condensate collected on the deckhead exhaust ventilation above the deep fat fryer.

  • Item 38Deck 7 - Dock Grill

    This food service area on the open deck has not been in operation for years according to the crew with no future utilization plan.

Bars3 findings

  • Item 20Deck 7 - Dock Bar

    The soda gun had a slotted fastener in the food splash zone. This was corrected immediately.

  • Item 33Deck 7 - Draught Bar

    The walk-in refrigerator had a missing bulkhead plug. This was corrected immediately.

  • Item 40Deck 7 - Dock Bar Pantry

    One dead fly on the ice machine.

Food storage (provisions)1 finding

  • Item 33Deck 4 - Meat - Poultry Defrost

    Liquid from an unknown source dripped from the deckhead in multiple locations in this room. No food was impacted.

Food safety, general1 finding

  • Item 39Integrated Pest Management - Flies

    Flies were in the following food-service areas. - Deck 15 - Noodle Around - one fly by the utility sink. - Deck 15 - Diner and Dash - one fly by the handwashing station. - Deck 15 - Aquatic Bar Pantry - one fly by the handwashing station. - Deck 7 - Dock Bar Pantry - two flies around the clean storage area. - Deck 7 - Pizza Place - one fly in the area. - Deck 7 - Pizza Place - one fly behind the pizza oven. - Deck 6 - On the Rock Manor Pantry - one fly by the clean storage rack.

Housekeeping1 finding

  • Item 41Deck 2 - Chemical Locker

    The pH measured 6.7, 7.4, and 7.1 on consecutive tests at the on-site hypochlorous acid generator in the chemical locker. The pH measured 5.9 after the team restarted the machine, made a new solution, and ran the generator for several minutes.

December 19, 2025

94Passed

39 findings · 6 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 6 = 94):

  • −3 ptsItem 26: Food-contact surfaces equipment / utensils clean; Safe
  • −2 ptsItem 19: Food protected storage, preparation, display, service, transportation; Original containers, labeling; Food handling minimized; In-use food dispensing, preparation utensils stored
  • −1 ptItem 37: Rooms / equipment vented, humidity, condensation
Show all 39 findings

All 39 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.

Bars9 findings

  • Item 19Deck 3 - Pantry

    At least 10 boxes of personal hygiene products, including deodorant, shaving cream, shaving razors, and foot powder were stored on clean storage boxes.

  • Item 19Deck 4 - Back Bar Counter

    Personal hygiene products, including deodorant, shaving cream, shaving razors, and foot powder were stored on the shelf directly above the back bar counter, where drinks are prepared during service. Previously cleaned and sanitized drinking glasses were stored under this shelf.

  • Item 21Deck 7 - Forward Sip Lounge

    The coating covering the bar counter was peeling at the edges of the bar on the server side.

  • Item 26Deck 7 - Sip Lounge Pantry

    Two soiled cutting boards were stored on the clean storage racks.

  • Item 26Deck 7 - Sip Lounge Pantry

    The sides of the ice machine's water bath area were soiled with a slimy substance that could be removed with an alcohol swab.

  • Item 26Deck 7 - The Dock

    A large tub filled with soiled carafe toppers were stored on the back bar counter. This area was not in use.

  • Item 26Deck 7 - Drought House

    Taps that were not in use had liquid residue on the food contact surface of the tap.

  • Item 28Deck 7 - Sip Lounge Pantry

    Two soiled cutting boards were stored on the clean storage racks. Previously cleaned and sanitized items were also stored on the racks.

  • Item 33Deck 6 - Wake service bar

    There was a sticky substance on the deckhead

Food storage (provisions)6 findings

  • Item 19Deck 4 - Meat Thaw Room

    Approximately 30 boxes of thawing chicken and beef were stored on four pallets since the night prior to the inspection. The majority of the boxes were soaked from condensate and juices from the thawing meat. Crew stated they planned to transfer the meat to lexan containers later during the day.

  • Item 19Deck 4 - Fish Thaw Room

    Approximately 20 boxes of thawing fish were stored on two pallets since the night prior to the inspection. Several of the boxes were soaked from condensate and juices from the thawing fish. A plastic cover was placed over half of the boxes and a large amount of water pooled on the plastic. It was unclear where this water had come from.

  • Item 19Deck 4 - Fish Thaw Room

    Water dripped from the deckhead and landed on a container of uncovered fresh oysters.

  • Item 33Deck 4 - Fish Thaw Room

    Water dripped from the deckhead and landed on a container of uncovered fresh oysters.

  • Item 33Deck 3 - Ice Cream Freezer

    An excessive amount of frozen condensate collected on the deckhead.

  • Item 33Deck 4 - Meat Thaw Room

    Water dripped from a deckhead hatch onto the deck. The source of the water could not be determined.

Galleys (kitchens)11 findings

  • Item 20Deck 6 - Extra Virgin Galley

    One previously cleaned and sanitized main course dinner service plate was chipped on the lip of the plate.

  • Item 21Deck 16 - Hot Off the Press

    Both sides of the countertop near the entrance were damaged, which made the area difficult to clean.

  • Item 21Deck 16 - Gym and Tonic

    The left panel of the frozen drink machine was damaged, so crew had used two types of tape to secure the panel.

  • Item 21Deck 6 - Ship Eats

    A salamander and a small oven were mounted on 2-inch legs, which were not affixed to the open shelf above the preparation counter. Both pieces could not be easily moved to clean underneath the machines.

  • Item 22Deck 6 - Potwash

    The hood-type potwash machine had been out of service for over 24-hours; however, it was soiled inside with food debris.

  • Item 26Deck 6 - Extra Virgin Galley

    Three previously cleaned and sanitized main course dinner service plates had debris on the food contact surface, and one additional plate was chipped on the lip of the plate.

  • Item 27Deck 6 - Ship Eats

    A salamander and a small oven were mounted on 2-inch legs, which were not affixed to the open shelf above the preparation counter. Old food residue was beneath the legs on the shelf.

  • Item 28Deck 6 - Test Kitchen

    Eight stacks of plates were stored unprotected on the countertop in the small galley area dining room.

  • Item 30Deck 7 - Pizza Place

    The automatic handwashing station did not have any soap.

  • Item 34Deck 16 - Warewash

    Water continuously leaked from the pipe connected to the soap dispenser in the scrapping area.

  • Item 39Deck 16 - Potwash

    One fly was seen in the area.

Buffets4 findings

  • Item 21Deck 15 - The Daily Mix

    The back left countertop was not smooth, which made the area difficult to clean.

  • Item 21Deck 16 - The Grounds Too

    Cords were stored directly on the counter behind the point-of-sale machine, which made the area difficult to clean. The cords were previously attached to the back counter; however, the stickers had detached, leaving the cords laying on the counter.

  • Item 26Deck 15 - Portside Beverage Station

    A small amount of yellow residue soiled the top of the ice dispenser chute.

  • Item 27Deck 6 - Beverage Station

    Four shelves for storing glasses out for crew self-service were soiled with food debris. Additionally, one shelf was soiled with a sticky substance.

Food safety, general1 finding

  • Item 37Ventilation

    Crew acknowledged many food areas have issues with adequate extraction causing excessive condensate to collect on deckheads. Areas include Deck 6 galley and warewash areas, provisions landing, corridor, cold rooms, and freezers. Contractors are currently working on the ventilation issue.

Pantries1 finding

  • Item 26Deck 7 - Pizza Place pantry

    A black substance accumulated across the bottom lip of the white cover flap of the ice-cuber.

Drinking water3 findings

  • Item 06Production Analyzer-Chart Recorder Records

    The potable water analyzer-chart recorder was not calibrated at the start of potable water production on 14 November 2025. Records identified production began at 1822; however, the first calibration was not recorded until 1905.

  • Item 06Recreational Water Facility (RWF) Legionella Sampling

    The Legionella sampling records provided did not demonstrate that the ship’s spa pools, whirlpool spas, and heated jetted tubs were sampled at three-month intervals. The most recent sampling of recreational water facilities (RWFs) occurred on 12 November 2025, with the previous sampling conducted on 16 July 2025, exceeding the required three-month interval. (New 2025 VSP Environmental Public Health Standard)

  • Item 08Cross-Connection Control Program Log Annual Visual Inspection

    No results were documented for the 15 May and 13 May visual inspections of the nontestable backflow prevention devices in Deck 5 spa treatment room #17 and the Deck 6 Wake Galley, respectively. The inspection results instead noted that the devices were replaced during 2024, rather than document the visual inspection were conducted.

Food preparation rooms2 findings

  • Item 33Deck 4 - Pulper Room

    An excessive amount of water pooled on the deck beneath the pulper machine while the area was not in service.

  • Item 33Deck 4 - Bulkhead

    Sticker residue remained on the bulkhead in two areas above the rear preparation table.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas2 findings

  • Item 10Deck 15 - Gin and Tonic Swimming Pool

    The top screw of the starboard antientrapment drain cover was missing.

  • Item 10Deck 5 - Spa Pool

    The rope for the lifesaving ring provided for the spa pool was physically attached to the bulkhead. Crew initiated corrective action.

February 8, 2025

98Passed

22 findings · 2 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 2 = 98):

  • −2 ptsItem 22: Dishwashing / equipment washing facilities designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located, operated, TMDs, test kits
Show all 22 findings

All 22 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 16Pizza Show Galley

    A five-pound bag of shredded mozzarella cheese stored on temperature control measured 48°F by the inspector and 46°F by two crew members. The bag was discarded.

  • Item 18Gumabe

    Undercooked tuna was cooling over rice and sprouts in the blast chiller. Corrective action began immediately.

  • Item 21The Gallery

    Sealant around one deep fat fryer grease drain was peeling, and there was a small gap around the other grease drain.

  • Item 21Gumabe

    The sealant around the grease drain under the deep fat fryer was peeling.

  • Item 22The Gallery Potwash

    The in-use hood-type potwash machine was not operated in accordance with manufacturer specifications and the required wash cycle temperature of 150°F was not reached. 1) The wash temperature of the potwash machine measured 146°F by the inspector while the machine gauge measured 156°F during two cycles. 2) The utensil surface final sanitizing rinse temperature measured 155°F on the left side of the machine but measured 160°F on the right side of the machine during a subsequent cycle. 3) The lower wash and final sanitizing rinse spray arms on the left side were not attached in accordance with manufacturer specifications. Crew immediately began corrective action and stated the machine was fixed. However, the required temperature of 150°F during the wash cycle was not reached. 1) The inspector did not measure 150°F during the wash cycle. 2) Four thermolabel stickers were placed on the four wash spray arms, and none turned solid black to indicate 150°F was reached. 3) Crew placed two thermometers in the machine and both measured 148°F during the wash cycle.

  • Item 22Potwash

    The potwash machine was out of order and the three-compartment sink was in use. The pre-wash spray area was overloaded with soiled equipment and utensils, making pre-wash difficult. The wash compartment of the three-compartment sink was overloaded with soiled items, resulting in soiled water and preventing effective cleaning of the equipment and utensils. A rack-type conveyor dishwash and hood-type glasswash machine were also in use to help the accumulation of soiled dishware.

  • Item 22Dock House Potwash

    The front-loading potwash machine was out of service due to an issue with the steam valve. The part was on order. Pots were being routed to deck 6.

  • Item 22The Wake Potwash

    The front-loading potwash machine was out of service due to an issue with a valve.

  • Item 23The Gallery Potwash

    The required wash cycle temperature of 150°F was not reached while the hood-type potwash machine was in operation. The wash temperature of the potwash machine measured 146°F by the inspector. After corrective action was implemented, the inspector still did not measure 150°F during the wash cycle, four thermolabel stickers placed on the four wash spray arms did not indicate 150°F was reached, and two crew thermometers measured 148°F during the wash cycle.

  • Item 27Gumabe

    The underside of the deep fat fryer was soiled with greater than a day's accumulation of grease.

  • Item 33Galley

    The grouting surrounding the combination oven was recessed and in disrepair.

Food safety, general3 findings

  • Item 27Sun Club Handwashing Station

    The Sun Club handwashing station soap bottle was soiled with back debris.

  • Item 30Counter-Recessed Handwashing Station Soap Dispensers

    Several soap dispenser nozzles were not screwed on tightly at the junction with the counter which allowed water to enter the soap bottles, resulting in watered-down soap. This was noted in The Gallery Sweet Side, the Sun Club, and others. The Sun Club soap was excessively runny, and the bottle was soiled with back debris. Technical crew responded immediately for corrective action.

  • Item 39Pests

    Live flies were found in the following locations: 1) One small fly in Noodles 2) One small fly in Hot Off the Press 3) One small fly by the Gallery Galley ice station 4) One house fly in the Meat Preparation room Pest management crew responded immediately for corrective action.

Food storage (provisions)2 findings

  • Item 33Meat Freezer

    Two five-inch long icicles protruded from the deckhead. One was actively dripping. The source was unknown.

  • Item 33Meat Thaw

    Water dripped from a deckhead hatch onto the deck.

Buffets1 finding

  • Item 19Buffet

    The serving utensil was resting on top of assorted cheeses out for service, and the handle was in contact with food. The food was removed immediately.

Medical center1 finding

  • Item 02Public Vomit Incident (PVI) Follow Up

    The review of medical logs disclosed three instances when there were no notes about medical evaluation for incidents of individuals vomiting in public areas. It was unclear if these passengers met the AGE reportable case definition and had to be isolated because no evaluation was documented. These passengers were identified by name and cabin. The PVI dates identified were: (1) 1 passenger on 3 February 2025, and (2) 2 passengers on 1 February 2025.

Other areas1 finding

  • Item 16The Gallery Diner and Dash

    A large container of shredded cheddar cheese was on the prep counter during service hours but it was not equipped with a time control label or date label. The temperature measured 61°F. It was discarded.

Drinking water1 finding

  • Item 06Engine Room - Bunkering Line

    The analyzer was in disrepair while active bunkering was in operation during the inspection. In the meantime, staff were using the production analyzer for the bunkering charts and the sample line. The inspector and crew tested halogen residual levels and values were in range.

Food preparation rooms1 finding

  • Item 40Meat

    One dead house fly was on the deck of the meat preparation room.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding

  • Item 10Deck 15 Main Pool

    The shepherd's hook at the main pool was in a location where it camouflaged against the back pool bulkhead, making it difficult to be seen. Staff agreed to tape or paint the hook a different color to be more visible.

To see this report on the CDC site: open the CDC inspection search, choose Scarlet Lady 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.)

Gastrointestinal illness outbreaks

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