Despite being a heavily Catholic country, Mexico has long had a progressive approach to LGBTQ+ rights. Across June, which has become synonymous with LGBTQ+ pride marches, official government bodies often promote special events throughout the month.

One such initiative is Playa del Carmen’s move to provide free same-sex marriages this month, where couples can take advantage of no administration charges if they wish to tie the knot.

To learn more, read the full article here and dive into a month of celebration, pride and a distinctly Mexican way of doing things.