Spain Proposes Outdoor Smoking Ban, Targeting Tourist Areas

Spain wants to make it harder to smoke and vape.

The government is planning to ban smoking in places like beaches and outdoor restaurants.

This new rule would include cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and other products.

The goal is to protect people from secondhand smoke and improve their health.

This may change how tourists experience Spain, as outdoor smoking is common.

Some business owners worry the ban will hurt tourism.

This follows similar rules in other European countries, all aimed at making smoking less appealing and helping people live longer and healthier lives.