With the winter travel season approaching and increasing global restrictions on tobacco and nicotine products, travelers should adjust their habits. Online retailer Northerner has compiled an overview of regulations for popular winter destinations. Rules regarding traditional tobacco smoking are becoming increasingly strict worldwide. The situation is even more complex with tobacco substitutes such as e-cigarettes, vapes, and nicotine pouches, for which separate and sometimes conflicting local regulations often apply. Travelers must already be aware of basic transport regulations before departure. Due to the lithium-ion batteries contained in e-cigarettes, vapes, or heated tobacco products, these devices may only be carried in hand luggage or on the person. Placing them in checked baggage is prohibited, as spontaneous combustion of the batteries in the cargo hold could have devastating consequences. Violations can result in hefty fines, and in extreme cases, even being denied boarding. Regional regulations vary considerably: In Spain and the Canary Islands, tobacco and vaping are severely restricted in many public places, including beaches and terraces. The Canary Islands are considered a third country for customs purposes, which is why separate duty-free allowances apply to the import and export of tobacco. Particularly strict prohibitions apply in Southeast Asia. The Maldives introduced a strict ban on the purchase and consumption of tobacco for all persons born after January 1, 2007, including tourists, effective November 1, 2025. Thailand prohibits the possession, import, and sale of e-cigarettes and e-liquids altogether, which can result in heavy fines. Specific rules also apply in other regions: In Turkey, the import of e-cigarettes is often problematic because they are classified as medical devices. The United Arab Emirates (Dubai) allows e-cigarettes to be brought into the country, but their consumption is prohibited.