We're excited to share the biggest update yet for Don Vitola (v1.2.0). This release introduces two major features to help you find amazing places to enjoy your cigars and make cataloging your collection even easier. Here's what's new:
Lounge Finder
Find your next smoke spot with our brand new Lounge Finder! Discover cigar lounges, tobacconists, and shops near you — or anywhere in the world.
Interactive Map Experience
- Beautiful map interface with your location front and center
- Use Current Location — one tap to center the map on where you are right now
- See lounges around you with custom markers
- Tap any marker to see quick details
- Seamless experience on both mobile and desktop
Search Anywhere
Looking for a lounge for an upcoming trip? Search for cigar spots in any city:
- Global search — find lounges anywhere in the world
- Real-time results from Google Places
- Detailed information including ratings, reviews, and photos
- Search this area button when you pan the map
Smart Filters
Find exactly what you're looking for:
- Open Now — see only places that are currently open
- Top Rated — filter for 4.5+ star lounges
- Distance slider — set your maximum travel distance
- Favorites Only — quickly find your saved spots
Save Your Favorites
Build your personal list of go-to lounges:
- Heart any lounge to save it to your favorites
- Reorder your favorites by dragging them
- Access favorites offline — they're stored locally
- Recently viewed — quickly get back to lounges you've checked out
Full Lounge Details
Tap any lounge to see everything you need:
- Photos — browse the gallery with full-screen viewing
- Ratings & reviews — see what others are saying
- Hours of operation — know when they're open
- Contact info — phone number and website
- Get directions — one tap to open in Google Maps
Whether you're a local looking for a new spot or a traveler seeking the best lounges in a new city, Lounge Finder has you covered.
Cigar Catalog Quick-Fill
Adding cigars to your collection just got a whole lot easier! When you add a new cigar, you can now pull details directly from our comprehensive cigar catalog.
How It Works
- Tap "Quick Fill from Catalog" when adding a new cigar
- Search by brand — start typing and see matches instantly
- Select your cigar — browse by line or search within a brand
- Auto-fill the details — vitola, origin, wrapper, strength, and more
Benefits
- Save time — no more typing out every detail
- Accurate data — curated information from trusted sources
- Discover variants — see all the cigars and vitolas for your favorite brands
- Still customizable — adjust any auto-filled details to match your specific cigar
This is especially helpful for quickly logging new acquisitions or building out your collection with accurate, consistent data.
Under the Hood
- Faster app loading with an improved loading screen experience
- Optimized image loading across Humidor, Journal, and Wishlist for smoother scrolling
- Enhanced chat with better context-aware prompts and image attachment handling
- Manufacturer tracking — cigars now capture manufacturer info for better organization
- Enhanced offline support for map tiles and lounge data
- Various bug fixes and stability improvements
We'd love to hear what lounges you discover! Tag us @donvitola when you visit your next spot. Enjoy the update and happy smoking!
