Public life is generally warm and socially open, but inclusivity for LGBTQ+ people, racial minorities, and gender nonconforming visitors can be uneven, so it is wise to be discreet in conservative settings and read the room before being openly affectionate or discussing identity. In tourist areas and larger cities people are often more relaxed, yet traditional
machismo and strong
Catholic influence still shape everyday attitudes, so respectful, low-key behavior tends to work better than making a point of standing out.