German Cruise Ship Fails CDC Hygiene Inspection

The 'Hanseatic Inspiration' received a failing score of 62 out of 100 from the CDC, highlighting serious hygiene concerns.

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' 'Hanseatic Inspiration' was criticized for inadequate hygiene by the CDC, scoring well below the satisfactory threshold.
Inspectors found significant issues, including residue on a beer tap and a decaying bird under an outdoor grill.
Tui Cruises, the parent company, has apologized and stated that immediate corrective actions have been implemented.
The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program aims to prevent disease outbreaks on ships visiting US ports, with most ships meeting the required standards.
Tui Cruises is co-owned by Germany's Tui Group and Miami-based Royal Caribbean.