Washing cuts in Mexico

1. What should I avoid in Mexico?
2. Is tap water safe in Mexico?
3. How do you wash dishes in Mexico?
4. How is Mexico's water treated?
5. Should you avoid ice in Mexico?
6. Is it safe to have ice in Mexico?
7. Can I brush teeth with tap water in Mexico?
8. What self defense weapons are legal in Mexico?
9. Can you flush toilet paper in Mexico?
10. Can you shower in Mexico water?
11. Is it safe to shower in Mexico?
12. Is it safe to eat salad in Mexico?

What should I avoid in Mexico?

To avoid such blunders, take a look at our list of the things travelers should avoid doing on a vacation to Mexico.

• Don't drink the water.
• Don't drink on the street.
• Don't reach for the hot sauce.
• Don't be impatient.
• Don't forget to tip.
• Don't criticize Mexican food.
• Don't miss out on the markets.
• Don't flash your valuables.

Is tap water safe in Mexico?

As a rule you should not drink tap water in Mexico. Generally, the water is purified at the source, but the distribution system may allow the water to be contaminated en route to the tap.

How do you wash dishes in Mexico?

We have done many trips all over Mexico and just use dish detergent in the tap water for wash and then put them in pan of tap water with several drops of “Microdyne”, an iodine-like disinfectant. These little plastic bottles are available all over, even small stores - the locals use it too.

How is Mexico's water treated?

Generally speaking, in Mexico only 30 percent of water is treated and only 1 % of waste water is recycled. This ratio varies in every region.

Should you avoid ice in Mexico?

There are many rumours, perhaps even urban myths, that ice is just terrible for you in any country where the tap water isn't potable and while that may apply in some places, in Mexico (especially in resorts and the more touristy places) you can safely assume that your ice has come from a bag and is made from filtered ...

Is it safe to have ice in Mexico?

In Mexico don't drink: Tap or well water. Ice made with tap or well water. Drinks made with tap or well water (such as reconstituted juice)

Can I brush teeth with tap water in Mexico?

6 answers. They provide bottled water most places you go to -- Mexico doesn't have the water treatment facilities that we do in the states; I don't think a lot of the locals even drink it for this reason. You can certainly brush and wash up in the bathroom with tap water. over a year ago.

What self defense weapons are legal in Mexico?

7 weapons that the Mexican Government approved for ownership for self-defense

• Glock 9 x 19. Description:
• Jericho 941F. Description:
• Semi-automatic P2226 Tacops. Description:
• SIG SAUER P320. Description:
• Pietro Bereta 92 FS. Description:
• Herstal FNP9. Description:
• SIG SAUER P250 compact. Description:

Can you flush toilet paper in Mexico?

So in summary of toilet etiquette in Mexico: ... Don't flush the toilet paper; throw it in the trash can! (Keep in mind, that many large resorts have their own water treatment plants, so it is acceptable to flush. However, most places, especially small towns, expect to NOT flush your paper.)

Can you shower in Mexico water?

Keep Your Mouth Shut In The Shower

It's the vacation mistake that was immortalized by Charlotte in Sex and the City. Do not open your mouth in the shower while you are south of the border. Even if your resort says it offers filtered water, chances are that the water you're washing with is not potable.

Is it safe to shower in Mexico?

Nope, the water is not alright for taking showers. That's why the Mexican people go around dirty and smelly all the time.

Is it safe to eat salad in Mexico?

don't eat the lettuce of the street or anywhere else for that matter sorry salad eaters, but if you wash the lettuce as you must with contaminated water you might as well drink the water. ... I always eat the lettuce on the tortas from the street vendors, and salads in restaurants, and never had a problem.