As spring wears on and we find ourselves closer to Memorial Day, one of our favorite past times as American’s will come front and center once again; barbeque. Summer is a time of warm weather, bathing suits, and cook-outs. However, with this brings other staples of American life.

There is nothing better than cracking open an ice-cold beer, diving into a big plate of ribs, and...smoking a cigarette? While the practice of smoking tobacco repulses some, it is a favorite leisure time activity for many; especially during the warmer months. Although the Surgeon General and other anti-smoking campaigns look reduce the number of smokers through education about its negative health effects; others just find it disgusting and unpleasant to be around. However, there are ways to enjoy your favorite tobacco product, and not force the smell upon everyone else.

Vapor smoking products have started to take over mainstream smoking. This is giving smokers a less harmful option, while still allowing them to enjoy the nicotine they crave. Between considerate smoke etiquette and vaporizers, there shouldn’t be any reason to displace people with your smoke this summer.

For all the benefits that vapor pens boast, some still cannot get behind the switch from traditional tobacco products. The complaints are: devices are too bulky, they take too much time to clean and maintain, don’t save enough money to be worth it, etc. Many of these are subjective based upon the user, but the fact remains that not everyone is giving up cigarette smoke for vapor.

For those that are smoking cigarettes during social gatherings, adhering to one rule should help you blend in while you are smoking out; be aware of what is around you. In a small gathering of friends that all smoke, it is usually okay to light up in front of everyone else. But, if you find that some of the people are unknown to you, understand that many people feel very strongly against cigarettes. If unsure, you can ask those around you if there are any problems with you smoking. Or, you could skip that step all together, and find a secluded area in which to light up.

When it comes to children, some parents choose to smoke around their children, and expose them to second-hand smoke. That however, is not your choice. If you see children around, find a place away from them. Overall, if you are smoking around others be respectful and understand that not everyone likes the smell of smoke.

One last piece of advice, this time for those that do not smoke. It is a personal choice, and not an attack against you if someone is smoking around you. If it makes you uncomfortable, the easiest ways to deal with it are leave the area or politely ask them to put out the cigarette. Causing a scene doesn’t help the situation, and most likely makes them want to put it out less.

If you have given up smoking and taken up vaping, congratulations. Cigarettes can be a cruel minx. They draw you in with the taste, social setting, and buzz; but could end up killing you in the end. In addition, it is historically very difficult to quit smoking once you’ve been a regular for years.

Vapor provides a better alternative for those that don’t want to be shackled by cigarettes any longer. The vapor is difficult to smell, and if you do catch a whiff of it, you might just smell something delicious. These devices emit less carcinogenic smoke while offering real flavors and causing less distracting to others around you. With equipment like rebuildable atomizers at Viper Vape, smoking can become more of a hobby than an unhealthy habit.

The choice is yours. If the health effects of cigarettes can’t convince you to stop, then by all means keep smoking. Just be aware of yourself; many don’t like smoking and shouldn’t have to be subjected to it. Vaping does provide a safer alternative however, and offers more options for customization including, taste, nicotine content, and design of the device. Plus, it can be just as relaxing as a cigarette.