The Other Spring Break is in Branson, Missouri

Spring Break is a great time to bring your family to Branson and enjoy one of the best times of the year at this premier vacation destination in the Ozark Mountains. Moms, Dads and kids will love to spend time together at the indoor water park located at Grand Country Inn, take in a giant-screen production at IMAX, get a chance to race each other at The Track on Go-Karts, play a round at 300+ holes of Mini Golf, Ride the Ducks on a fun, scenic tour of the lake, board the TITANIC -- World's Largest Museum Attraction, see the New Shanghai Circus Acrobats of China or visit the The Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure, where you can walk among 1,000 live tropical butterflies from around the world. And don't forget to visit the caves -- Talking Rocks Cavern, Cosmic Cavern and Fantastic Caverns -- all good places to go during a spring shower!

Many of Branson's live performance venues introduce their new acts and new shows in the spring of each year, and 2008 offers an unprecedented variety of music, comedy, magic, acrobats, Broadway-style production shows and more. And if you are into golf, the area's newest course, Murder Rock Golf and Country Club, is ready for play. You can take your family for a hike along an Ozarks nature trail, or take a boat out on the lake and enjoy some of the best fishing this time of the year on Table Rock Lake, especially for lunker bass.

The award-winning theme park, Silver Dollar City, has Spring Break Days that run Thursdays through Sundays, March 20 -30, except Saturday, March 29. The park offers rides, attractions, crafts and entertainment. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day (except Sunday, March 30 when the park opens at 9:00 a.m.), with a line-up of entertainment for kids and families wanting to make the most of spring break. The park will host singing groups from The Branson Brothers to the Sons of the Silver Dollar along with an interactive science show.

Silver Dollar City kicks off its biggest festival year ever on April 3 with World-Fest presenting an Irish Celebration with an all-new Irish production show, Feet of Fire, featuring a full cast of singers, dancers and musicians plus authentic fire dancing. Hundreds of performances from around the world celebrate the cultures and heritage of exotic lands.

Once a year, Branson packs a little bit of everything it has to offer into five fun-filled days with eight shows featuring world-class performers, local arts and culture, free shows in the Great American Entertainment tent and authentic Branson fare. BransonFest welcomes spring each year with a virtual smorgasbord of everything this amazing tourist destination has to offer -- and all in one location! Celebrating its 16th year, BransonFest 2008 is set for April 8-12 at Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater complex.

The Showboat Branson Belle launches its season March 14, with cruises on select days in March. Headlined by ventriloquist Todd Oliver and his trio of live talking dogs, Branson's premier lake experience includes a 3-course dinner, a cruise on Table Rock Lake and a world-class production show, in the 700-seat theater aboard the paddlewheeler. Cruises begin March 14 and run Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through March, with cruises at noon and 4 p.m., except March 24.

Information courtesy of Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Convention and Visitors Bureau

Getaway for Labor Day in Branson, MO

An escape to Branson, Missouri is the perfect way to celebrate the Labor Day holiday. With many Branson shows and Branson attractions at your fingertips, you’ll have little worries when it comes to what you’ll do in Branson. There are also several great outdoor activities in Branson that are still available due to the seasonably warm weather Branson has in September.

The Dixie Stampede is a family favorite and is a must see for anyone with an eye for showmanship and a stomach that’s hungry! The animals, fantastic dinner and amazing performers create a combination that’s fun for those of all ages. There are several other dinner shows in Branson, including the Magnificent 7 Dinner Show, Circle B Chuckwagon Dinner Show, Tall Timber Lumberjack Dinner Show and the Showboat Branson Belle. The stage shows in Branson offer a variety of options, ranging from classic country to rock ‘n roll to Broadway! There really is something for everyone in Branson, Missouri.

This Labor Day holiday you’ll want to catch performances of Take it to the Limit: Tribute to the Eagles, Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama, Roy Rogers Jr. & the High Riders and the Original Stars at American Bandstand. These unique shows transport guests to a certain era; the prime of rock ‘roll, the early settler period of Branson, the Wild West and the hoppin’ 50s respectively. Comedy shows in Branson are also popular. Jim Stafford, the Comedy Jamboree, and the Baldknobbers are just a few to choose from. The Presleys’ Country Jubilee, Pierce Arrow and Mickey Gilley bring the country home, with hilarious bits of comedy thrown in for good measure. The number of shows in Branson gets bigger each year, so make room for all of the entertainment awaiting you!

When you stay in Branson, there are plenty of lodging options available. Prices range from bargain to luxury rates, with motels, hotels, cabins and condominiums among the lodging options in Branson. The Radisson Hotel, Pointe Royale Condominiums, Branson Towers Hotel, Quality Inn, Best Western Branson Inn and Stonebridge Cabins are just a handful of the places available to stay during your Labor Day Holiday.

You won’t want to miss the exciting attractions in Branson either. Silver Dollar City will be celebrating their Southern Gospel Picnic Festival, which includes a southern style feast and top performers in Southern Gospel music. Other popular attractions in Branson include Celebration City, a nighttime amusement park, Titanic Museum, Bodies: The Exhibition, The Track, Ride the Ducks and the Imax Entertainment Complex.

This Labor Day Holiday make time to relax, treat yourself to some amazing entertainment and soak up the sun in Branson, Missouri. You’ll be glad you did!