What's the best city in America?

(Travel + Leisure) -- Travel + Leisure, Headline News and CNN.com want to know which U.S. cities are your favorites -- and why!

Let the debates begin

When Travel + Leisure announced the results of last year's America's Favorite Cities Survey, debates raged on television, in print and on the Internet: Was Chicago really the best destination for food and dining? Did Philadelphians deserve last place in the attractive citizens category? Are Seattle residents really the most intelligent in the country? How could sunny Los Angeles edge out surly New York as the least friendly city?

Cast your vote now

Here's your chance to tell us what YOU think. Visit TravelandLeisure.com/afc/survey from March 7 to June 15, take the 2008 America's Favorite Cities Survey and enter to win a dream trip for two. We want to know: Which of these 25 urban contenders has the best shoe shopping or ethnic eats? Where would you go for a romantic escape? Which cities have the best (and worst) museums, theater and live music? If you want a wild weekend or a relaxing retreat, which urban destination would you visit? You know best, so tell us!

What's new in 2008

We've streamlined the online survey so you can rate your favorite U.S. cities even faster. Rate one city, two or more! You'll find some new questions (Where would you go for holiday travel? What city has the best cafes and coffee bars?), and past choice categories, ranging from culture, shopping and nightlife to visitor experience ... and of course where to find America's most attractive people.

Vote and explore

Log on to TravelandLeisure.com starting March 7 and vote for your favorite cities. While you're there, enter the sweepstakes to win the trip of a lifetime. And be sure to check out the complete results of last year's America's Favorite Cities Survey to see how your town fared in 2007. E-mail to a friend

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