We’ve all heard the warnings: don’t drink the tap water! Whether in Mexico, Montenegro, or Mozambique, we’re often cautioned as travelers about local water sources, and for good reason: Globally, 768 million people worldwide drink unsafe water. Contaminated water can lead to diarrheal diseases, which cause the deaths of 2 million people each year. 1.5 million of these deaths are children -- a figure that’s higher than the number of lives claimed by AIDS, malaria and measles combined.
So, as travelers we have good reason to be wary. On the road, I’ll opt for... Continue Reading >>
So, as travelers we have good reason to be wary. On the road, I’ll opt for... Continue Reading >>