Do tap water filters (like Britta) work in the islands?

Question

I’m going on a 3 week vacation to St-Kitts. I don’t want to carry bottled water or have to purchase water while I am there. I was wondering, would a “Britta” filter work? Or are there other pesticides or bacteria or something in the water that can’t be filtered with these filtration systems? If they do work, which is the best?

Answer 1

If you are staying at a hotel, the water is probably fine right from the tap. If a Britta filter will make you feel more comfortable, use it. It's only when you go to developing countries that you have major problems and have to rely on boiling plus a candle filter (something you do not want to lug around on a vacation). Relax and enjoy yourself.

Answer 2

Take a gallon of water and put in 16 drops of Clorox ( not lemon flavored ). That should kill 99% of all buggs. Another good way is to boil it in the microwave or por. Bring to a fast boil and allow to stand and cool for 5 min.

Answer 3

These are the experts on Brita systems talk to them about your issue.