22 Key Things to Know About the New U.S. Mexico Travel Warning

20. Risks of Social Media Over-Sharing: A Digital Vulnerability

Why it's Crucial: In the age of instant updates, the warning implicitly extends to digital security. Over-sharing travel plans, locations, or even showing off expensive possessions on social media can make you a target. Criminals use social media for reconnaissance. The truth is that maintaining a low digital profile, delaying posts until after you've left a location, and being mindful of what information you broadcast can significantly reduce your risk of being identified and targeted by opportunistic criminals.