[Nepenthe]

I would second people who say to be careful. I used to be a regular "Anthony Bourdain" type that would eat anything when I travelled. I was very careful about water of course, but had only gotten sick a few times and it usually subsided after a day. But when I went to Peru last summer, I got extremely ill, took Cipro at my doctor's suggestion, destroyed all of my healthy gut flora, and was sick to my stomach for six months. I also lost a lot of weight, but not in a good way. Now I'm a little scared about my upcoming trip to Egypt and eating, but that's probably a good thing as it will keep me cautious.

I've learned that gi bugs aren't something to mess around with. Sure, you might only be sick for a day. Or you might be sick for six months to a year if you get unlucky.