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WATER SAFETY

For millions of travelers, water safety isn’t just a footnote -- it’s the silent saboteur of vacations.

The truth about drinking water abroad that could save your next vacation

January 10, 2026January 10, 2026 by Christopher Elliott

You’re sipping a margarita at the beach in Mexico when you realize the ice may have been made with tap water. You brush your teeth in Bali, accidentally swallowing a drop. Hours later, you’re chained to a bathroom, your dream trip collapsing like a house of cards. 

Categories Safe Travels
That seemingly harmless drink could lead to days of illness! Discover the top beverages to avoid on vacation to protect your health and trip.

The one drink that can ruin your next trip (and how to avoid it)

August 19, 2025August 17, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

The water in Slovenia’s Lake Bled looked so crystal-clear that you could drink it. Which is exactly what one of Alyson Chadwick’s travel companions did. It was the drink that ruined her trip.

Categories On Travel

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