The finalists have been named for the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards, and this year you have the opportunity to vote for your favorite Caribbean island or country, beaches, hotels (including a special category for all-inclusive resorts), cruises, and things to do and see!
Using the links below, you can pick your favorite from the five finalists in each category. You'll have the chance to vote on the finalists through March 21.
To vote, you'll need to log in with your e-mail account, Facebook, or your About.com account. This information will only be used to keep the voting fair, and you won't be receiving any unwanted newsletters or other communication from About.com. You can vote once each day, so feel free to vote for all your favorites once each day over the next month.
Winners will be announced on March 30. Cast your votes, and tell your friends to vote for their favorites, too!
Favorite Caribbean Island or Country
© Robert Curley
There's a Caribbean destination for every taste and interest, whether you just want to lay on the beach for a few days or get out and explore rain forests, party into the wee hours, or immerse yourself in island culture. Here's your chance to tell the world which island or country in the Caribbean you love the most!
Favorite Caribbean Beach
© Bahamas Tourism
Some of the best beaches in the world are located in the Caribbean, from sandy stretches bustling with watersports activities and rocking beach bars to secluded strips where your sole companions are seabirds and the sound of crashing waves. Tell us which Caribbean beaches call to you...
Favorite Caribbean Attraction, Activity or Tour
© Atlantis Resort & Casino
Of course, the Caribbean isn't just about the beach: There's also an incredible array of other activities to challenge your body and brain when you visit, from zip-lining and jeep tours to get you in touch with your adventurous side to museums, festivals and cultural tours where you can touch base with authentic island culture. What's your favorite thing to do when you visit the Caribbean? (Please name a specific attraction, activity, tour, etc., and which island it is on.)
Favorite Caribbean Cruise Line
© Yachts of Seabourn
Cruising is one of the most popular ways to visit the Caribbean, and more cruise lines operate in the Caribbean than anywhere else in the world. From party boats to sophisticated luxury liners, windjammers to mega-ships, dozens of cruise lines make port calls throughout the Caribbean: which are your favorites?
Favorite Caribbean Hotel
© Ritz-Carlton Hotels
Even the most adventurous Caribbean traveler spends significant amounts of time at their hotel, and the hotel you choose can truly make the difference between a good trip and a great one. Which Caribbean hotels have exceeded your expectations? (Note: This category is for non all-inclusive hotels. If you want to nominate an all-inclusive, do so in the Favorite Caribbean All-Inclusive Hotel category.)
Favorite Caribbean All-Inclusive Hotel
© Galley Bay
Paying one price for your hotel room, meals, drinks, and activities is a concept that was born in the Caribbean, and all-inclusive resorts remain a popular option for Caribbean travelers who want to keep their budget under control and their wallet on the nightstand. Which Caribbean all-inclusive hotels best lived up to their billing for you?
