Alabama’s Gulf Coast is once again in the national spotlight as Gulf Shores and Orange Beach receive nominations in multiple categories for the USA Today 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards. The competition, curated by a panel of editors and travel experts, highlights top destinations across the country, and public voting will determine the winners.

Categories and Deadlines

Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to cast their votes online for the following categories:

• Best Golf Destination – Gulf Shores and Orange Beach
  Voting open from Feb. 24 to March 24
  Vote here
  
  
• Best Coastal Small Town – Gulf Shores
  Voting open from March 3 to March 31.
  Vote here
  
  
• Best Small Town Food Scene – Orange Beach
  Voting open from March 3 to March 31.
  Vote here
  
  
• Best Small Town in the South – Orange Beach
  Voting open from March 3 to March 31.
  Vote here
  
  

How to Vote

Supporters can vote once per day, per device, meaning multiple votes can be cast daily using a phone, tablet, and computer. Each vote helps showcase Alabama’s beaches as premier destinations for travelers nationwide.

Winning these awards would reinforce the area’s appeal as a top-tier vacation spot, boosting tourism and local businesses. Community members, visitors, and travel enthusiasts are encouraged to participate and help put Alabama’s beaches on top.

Vote today and help Gulf Shores and Orange Beach claim victory in the USA Today 10Best Awards!