Welcome to the Guardian, Observer and guardian.co.uk Travel Awards site, which should tell you all you will need to know about this year's event.

Here you will find details of the awards and the voting process, plus background information on this year's destination, hotel, tours and events.

In addition this site provides practical advice on matters like flights, insurance and other frequently asked questions. If there are any questions you have that aren't answered here, please get in touch - all our contact details can be accessed by clicking here

To ensure we issue airline tickets in your correct name, save time at hotel check-in and that we cater for any special requirements please fill in and return the pre-departure form.