Carnival Breeze Narrowly Avoids Failing CDC Health Inspection

Carnival Breeze narrowly passed a recent CDC health inspection with a score of 86, just above the failing mark of 85, during a turnaround day in Galveston on May 14, 2026. The inspection revealed 36 violations, including serious concerns about food storage practices that could lead to cross-contamination and multiple incidents of crew members working while symptomatic of gastroenteritis. While the ship has not reported any outbreaks this year, these violations raise red flags for health and safety onboard. For cruisers, this means staying vigilant about hygiene practices while enjoying their time at sea. Interestingly, Carnival Breeze had scored a perfect 100 on her previous inspection just four months earlier, making this drop particularly notable.