Tap Water Warning: 5 Destinations + What to Do if You Get Sick

Staying hydrated is key, but in these 5 popular holiday spots, the tap water might just ruin your trip.

• Canary Islands: Desalinated seawater often causes stomach upset for visitors due to high mineral content.
• Cyprus: Water is often stored in tanks, which can lead to bacterial growth. Stick to bottled water.
• Greece: While Athens is fine, island water often comes from tankers or boreholes—avoid drinking it.
• Egypt: A major “no-go.” Use bottled water even for brushing your teeth to avoid “Pharaoh’s Revenge”.
• Turkey: High chlorine levels used for purification can irritate sensitive stomachs and cause an unpleasant taste.

🆘 First Aid for Accidental Consumption

Seek medical help: If symptoms like high fever or severe dehydration persist for more than 24 hours, contact a doctor.

Rehydrate immediately: Drink plenty of bottled water or oral rehydration salts (ORS) to replace lost electrolytes.

The BRAT diet: Stick to Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, and Toast to settle your digestive system.

Visit a local pharmacy: Local pharmacists often have more effective remedies specifically targeted at local bacterial strains.

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