we stayed on AC...made a day trip to caye caulker...could totally see spending more time there...depends on what kind of vacation you want. same great weather on both islands...fabulous swimming place on caye caulker...better than anywhere i saw on AC...great little shops with good prices...

but if you need to be around more variety in restuarants, bars, shopping, people, etc...AC has more variety.

CC seems to have a younger crowd...cheaper prices for digs probably the attraction...

don't be deterred by the smaller size...it's a very cool place to hang out for a few days...or even longer if you like a less busy scene.