Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies up for best aquarium in North America

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WVLT) -- Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies was recently nominated one of North America's best aquariums in the 10Best Readers' Choice Travel award contest.

“How awesome would it be to say the Number One Aquarium in North America is located in the Smoky Mountains,”

said Ryan DeSear, general manager of Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies.

To vote, those interested can visit 10best.com to choose their favorite aquarium. Voting ends April 30 at noon eastern standard time. People may vote once per day.

The top ten winners will be announced on May 4.