Why you shouldn’t rely on boiling water
While it is true that boiled water is biologically pure water, it should not be relied upon as the sole source of drinking water. Once again, the problem is availability. Most travelers do not have a stove and pan at the ready when they need water, and it is never wise to be dependent on others for water purification. We have heard from travelers who have requested boiled water from their hotel front desk, and then have become terribly ill on the “boiled” water that was delivered. Please remember that both the water and the container must be sterilized to avoid contamination.
Be safe! Don’t travel outside the U.S. without a water filter bottle. The best level of filtration will be obtained through a biological filter. Take the precaution now so you won’t have to worry while traveling.
