January 19, 2025
Everyone has it: the ever-growing “travel bucket list.”
Maybe it’s swimming with sea turtles in the Galapagos, seeing the pyramids in Cairo, watching migrating whales off the coast of Colombia, or finally going on a safari in the Serengeti . . .
Whatever your list looks like, there’s always a reason why it can’t happen this year. Maybe flights are too expensive, time off from work doesn’t line up, or it’s just not clear where to start.
We unfortunately can’t help with airfare, but we can help take the worry out of travel planning and safety.
Make 2025 the year you start checking off your dream destinations by making sure you have effective, portable water solutions. Packing the right gear can make all the difference when it comes to prepping for your adventures.
Travel Essential #1: Water
Adults need to drink an average of 8 cups of water a day to stay healthy and hydrated. When you travel, it’s especially important to make sure that your water is free from contaminants and safe to consume.
Even something as simple as brushing your teeth with untreated water can cause adverse effects. Drinking or using untreated water can make you very sick. Waterborne diseases most commonly cause diarrhea and vomiting, but can also lead to other gastrointestinal and respiratory issues. Viruses, bacteria, giardia cysts, and other pathogens can hide in your water supply even if it smells and tastes normal.
Staying Water Safe While Abroad
No matter where you’re visiting, it’s always a good idea to check CDC warnings and research your destination’s water situation, but it’s not always easy to tell what water is safe to consume and what isn’t.
Why is this so important when you travel?
The truth is: while the World Health Organization (WHO) has listed recommendations for water treatment, there is no universally accepted standard. In other words: every place has different protocols for the water its citizens drink. Accepted levels of things like pesticides, metals, and organic compounds can vary depending on where you go.
This means that when you travel, you can come into contact with unfamiliar contaminants that can make you feel under the weather – even if locals aren’t bothered.
Hunched over a toilet: not the best way to experience your vacation!
How Water Purification Can Change the Game
Luckily, you don’t have to let water fears hold you back from a great trip.
Water purification and filtration solutions are used by millions of travelers every year to ensure they have reliable water on their adventures. These products work to eliminate contaminants that you might not otherwise be able to detect.
Our Favorite Products
We offer a variety of products that can help you feel confident and stay safe no matter where you go.
We’ve split up our favorite water travel essentials below to make it easy for you to find a solution that can fit your style and help you get the most out of your time.
For City Lovers
Shopping, coffee bars, nightlife – what more could you need? Staying safe in a metropolitan area requires water solutions that are portable and reliable. That’s why we recommend:
The Aquatabs Water Bottle comes with a 50 count of 49mg Aquatabs tablets. Each tablet is designed for just the right amount of water that the bottle will hold. Just fill the bottle with tap water, drop in a tablet, wait 30 minutes, and enjoy reliably treated water on the go. Take it with you to have treated water all day or use it at your lodging for cooking or brushing your teeth.
This durable, stainless steel water bottle was designed to keep up with you. With a 32 oz insulated interior and a microfiber membrane filter straw, you can refill it at any fresh water source. The specially-designed straw will filter as you drink so that you don’t have to worry about wait times or dosages. Choose from 7 different designs to find your match!
For Water Adventurers
Whether it’s sailing, cruising, or rafting – nothing is more relaxing than the open water. For travels that will put you in close contact with rivers, streams, and oceans, we recommend:
Here is the way you can turn brackish water into a healthy drink! The Osmo WaterDrop uses forward osmosis technology to transform fresh or brackish water into an orange-flavored sports drink. The pouch holds up to 400 ml of water and is perfect for any outdoor adventure.
The Osmo Seal works like the WaterDrop – but can be used on saltwater! It’s the perfect addition to any backpack or emergency kit. Each pouch holds up to 400 ml of water and turns fresh or saltwater into a nutritious grape-flavored drink.
For Off-Grid Explorers
Maybe your travels take you off the beaten path and beyond the reach of tap water – that doesn’t mean you have to buy cases of bottled water just to stay safe. Our best off-grid travel essentials are:
This portable straw is a powerful, compact water filter. Attach it to any water bottle or bucket and drink normally for effortless hydration you can take anywhere.
This backpack system answers all your on-the-go water collection, storage, and filtration needs. Enjoy 17.5 L of safe water without the bulk.
For Everyone
Don’t have a specific trip in mind? Check out these portable, reliable solutions that provide top-of-the-line protection and will fit most situations:
These sachets by Proctor & Gamble can treat 10 L of contaminated water in just 30 minutes. These packets are easy to use, affordable, and are small enough to slip into any pocket or suitcase.
Like the P&G packets, Aquatabs are ultra-portable, fast-acting water treatment solutions that kill microorganisms, bacteria, viruses, and protozoa. Each tablet gets to work in 30 minutes and can treat up to 2 L of water!
Discover More Places, Not Excuses
No matter where your travels take you this year, stay safe when it comes to drinking water! The right product can save you time, money, and a lot of discomfort.
Don’t let concerns about water hold you back from the vacation of your dreams. Explore our suite of world-leading products here to find your perfect fit today.
The only question left is: what are you waiting for?
