2010 Branson Group Tour Planner

2010 Group Tour Planner and Special Reunion Section Someone you love is always playing in Branson.

50+ theatres Acrobats of China featuring the New Shanghai Circus

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250+ restaurants

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100+ live shows

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Lee Greenwood and the Bellamy Brothers

300+ retail shops

Silver Dollar City

Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede

200 holes of golf

Award-winning theme park

Table Rock Lake

3 pristine lakes 18,000+ guest rooms

220,000 sq. ft. convention center

Neal McCoy

Titanic

The Track Family Fun Parks

Shake, Rattle & Roll

Branson Landing

ExploreBranson.com The Official Website

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Dear Group Tour Planner, Thank you for your interest in Branson, Missouri, the “Live Music Show Capital of America!”

In 2010 Branson offers more attractions, shows and other fun activities for your groups to see and do than ever before.

And our 2010 Group Tour Planner and Special Reunion Section were designed with more information than ever before to provide Tour Operators, Travel Agents, Group Leaders and Reunion Planners with an overview of the Branson/Lakes Area.

Whether you’re a seasoned group travel planner, just planning your very first tour or something in between, you will find that Branson’s area businesses representing shows, attractions, lodgings, shopping, travel packagers and more are eager to provide you and your special group with unsurpassed hospitality, world-class entertainment, exceptional value and memories that will last a lifetime!

For over 20 years Branson has been recognized as the leading group travel destination in America. Our community has received numerous accolades over the years including being named “The Motorcoach Destination of the Decade” by the National Motorcoach Network in Byways magazine, and the American Bus Association’s and the National Tour Association’s members consistently rank Branson as the top group travel destination in the country. And now student tour operators as well as band directors and choir directors recognize us as the “fastest-growing student performance destination in America.” In 2008, Branson was named “Top Pick” for Family Reunions by Midwest Living Magazine. These positive reviews are bestowed on us because the entire Tri-lakes region works year-round to make Branson the perfect destination for all group types.

Located in America’s heartland, Branson is less than a day’s drive from one third of the country’s population. Whether traveling by car, motorcoach or plane, getting to Branson has never been easier because of the new access roads and an inter-modal facility at the new Springfield-Branson Airport and the new Branson Airport, located just 10 miles from downtown, opened in 2009 and can accommodate visitors like never before!

The convenience of our location, the area’s exceptional value, safe streets and family-friendly environment has made the Branson/Lakes Area the vacation choice for generations of group visitors. Whether your group is choosing to experience the live entertainment, the history, the educational opportunities, the culture of the Ozarks, the outdoors and lakes, the world-class shopping, the breathtaking holiday lights of Ozark Mountain Christmas or a sampling of all the area has to offer, the Branson/Lakes Area Convention Visitors & Bureau is here to provide you with all of the resources you need to organize a trip that will ensure memories for a lifetime. We look forward to seeing you in Branson soon!

Lenni Neimeyer, CTIS Director of Leisure Group Sales LNeimeyer@BransonCVB.com

Ross Summers President/CEO

Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB

Dan Lennon Vice President Marketing and Public Relations Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB

Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB

For more information call 800-214-3661 or visit ExploreBranson.com The Branson/Lakes Area 2010 Group Tour Planner is published by the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau. Copyright 2010 by the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. Unauthorized duplication strictly prohibited. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy in the information provided. The Chamber assumes no responsibility or liability for errors, changes or omissions.

Clay Cooper

Elvis at Legends in Concert

Yakov’s Moscow Circus

2010 Group Tour Planner Welcome to Branson

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Show Listings

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Five Glorious Seasons

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Attraction Listings

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Area Airport Information

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Lodging Listings

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Group Services

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Dining Listings

51

Mileage Markers

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Shopping Listings

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Theatre & Attraction Map

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Travel Packager Listings

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Lodging Map

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Golf Courses

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Special Reunion Section Reunion Section Intro

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Branson Wineries

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Military Reunions

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Ten Helpful Reunion Tips

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Family Reunions

66

City Park Locations

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RV Parks & Campgrounds 73

Weddings &

Anniversaries

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Request for Proposal

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Clay Cooper Theatre

Cathy Rigby as Peter Pan

Table Rock Lake

Welcome to Branson, Missouri Branson offers travelers of all ages and interests an unforgettable vacation experience. With a wide variety of world-class live music shows, international awardwinning theme parks and attractions, exhilarating outdoor recreational opportunities and unmatched hospitality, Branson is truly a destination unlike any other.

Branson has over 100 live shows to choose from at 50 state-of-the-art theaters. Live entertainment is offered from early morning until late at night by hundreds of world-renowned musicians, legendary stars, hot new talent and touring artists. Seasonal special events, holiday celebrations and annual festivals bring even more musical variety to Branson throughout the year. Visitors can choose from shows featuring ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s pop, country, gospel, bluegrass, rock ‘n’ roll, patriotic, swing, Big Band, jazz and classical music. There are dozens of comedy, magic, dance and Broadway production shows full of special effects, dazzling costumes, live and animatronic animals and amazing specialty performers from around the world.

Branson is home of the international award-winning Silver Dollar City theme park which treats group visitors of all ages to a sight, sound and taste experience unlike any other. The 1880s-themed park, situated in a wooded natural Ozark Mountain setting, features six annual 3

festivals, dozens of live stage shows, demonstrating craftsmen, gravity-defying thrill rides, mouth-watering dining options, heirloom-quality shopping, and a staff that welcomes guests with heartfelt hospitality.

Other attractions throughout the Branson area include land and lake sightseeing tours; military, nature, art and history museums; family amusement parks; indoor and outdoor water parks; miniature golf; themed dining experiences and much more.

Certainly one of the unique aspects of the Branson vacation experience is that within minutes of the bright lights of the famous Hwy. 76 (also known as The Strip), visitors can find themselves lounging aboard a houseboat on Table Rock Lake, catching a trophy-sized trout on Lake Taneycomo, playing golf on a championship course, or watching wildlife meander across the grounds of a lakeside resort. Branson is surrounded by more than 100,000 acres of public parks and wildlife areas offering opportunities for hiking, biking, camping, geocaching, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and swimming.

Visitors looking to incorporate outdoor recreation into their itineraries can enlist the services of one of the area’s experienced fishing or nature guides.

Branson is a shopper’s paradise with three name brand outlet centers and dozens of boutique and specialty

Silver Dollar City

Historic Downtown Branson

shops full of handmade works of art ranging from quilts to hand-blown glass to heirloom quality furniture. Historic Downtown Branson is lined with more than 100 quaint shops and restaurants, all within easy walking distance. The Branson Landing features a 1-mile lakefront boardwalk, a town square large enough to accommodate 4,000 people for concerts, events and other activities. The Landing offers 10 restaurants and 100 brand-name tenants mixed with boutiques, galleries and shops offering regional arts and crafts.

Dining options in the area range from fast food to familystyle buffets to gourmet restaurants overlooking the lake.

Located near the heart of Branson’s live entertainment district, visitors will find a full range of menu choices including American, Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Thai, and

Inspiration Tower

Greek, plus plenty of dessert and ice cream shops.

Lodging amenities for travelers run the full spectrum from RV parks to luxury high-rise hotels with full-time concierge, spas, shopping and on-site dining. Visitors can stay in any one of a number of chain hotels or motels; enjoy the amenities found at local nightly rental condos, or take advantage of full-service resorts.

Branson is conveniently located in the heart of our nation, making it an ideal drive-to destination full of world-class opportunities for family fun. The Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau specializes in providing resources for tour operators, travel agents and group leaders. For more information, visit ExploreBranson.com or call 800-214-3661 to speak to Lenni Neimeyer, Director of Leisure Group Sales.

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White Water

Five Glorious Seasons Hot Winter Fun

Got a case of cabin fever? Got the winter blues? Then get away to Branson in January and February for Hot Winter Fun! The mild winter weather, combined with seasonal special offers designed for the value-minded visitor, creates an ideal opportunity to experience Branson’s shows, attractions, after-Christmas shopping, museums, a round of golf, world-class fishing, cozy lakeside resorts and more. While the pace is relaxed and there is less traffic, the fun is just as hot and the price is right. And don’t forget, Branson is an affordable romantic getaway for Valentines Day!

Ozark Mountain Spring

From March through May, the Ozarks flourish with vibrant colors and sounds. While dogwoods, redbuds and wildflowers bloom, Branson’s world-famous shows, family attractions and unique theme parks introduce new acts, features and exhibits. For spring break, families take advantage of Branson’s multi-generational appeal while enjoying the shows, museums, lakes and family attractions.

A wide variety of special events and festivals enhances your springtime visit. National sporting events such as the NAIA college basketball championship and FLW Bass Tournament showcase our outdoors. A springtime visit to Branson offers much to discover. New this year, “See The World In Branson – No Passports Needed!” Enjoy a melting 5

pot of entertainment and discover the world in our shows, attractions and dining. Check out ExploreBranson.com for special events occurring during Ozark Mountain Spring – from craft shows to car shows (and collector car auctions) to the International folk music and cuisine of Worldfest at Silver Dollar City.

Summer Family Fun

The Associated Press calls Branson “one of the top family destinations in the country” and for good reason. There are three area lakes offering an abundance of recreational opportunities from wakeboarding, water skiing, jet skiing, parasailing and scuba diving to fly fishing or catching that big lunker. In addition, a line-up of kid-friendly live shows and attractions gives families affordable fun at area eateries, interactive exhibits, festivals, waterparks, mini-golf courses and go-karts. Many of Branson’s top entertainment families feature several generations performing on stage together. High-tech magical illusions, Chinese acrobats, talking dogs, comedic characters and a variety of musical styles create high-energy live shows for the entire family.

Fall For the Ozarks

September and October is the perfect time to visit Branson and leisurely discover our heritage. From the live shows, attractions and museums to the area crafts

Thousand Hills

and music festivals, you’ll fall in love with the sights and sounds of the Ozarks. Throughout the month of October, the rolling hills around the Branson/Lakes Area explode in a fabulous array of autumn colors with brilliant shades of red and gold. The slightly cooler temperatures and lower humidity offer outdoor enthusiasts a remarkable experience. Bird-watching, hiking, biking (both for bikers and for cyclists), boating and more are wonderful ways to soak up the beauty of the season. Combining a golf outing with a shopping spree is a popular way to catch your breath after the busy days of summer.

Ozark Mountain Christmas

Beginning November 1 each year, the Branson/Lakes Area transforms into a festive wonderland. Spectacular lighting displays, dazzling shows celebrating the true spirit of Christmas, theme parks in all their holiday glory and numerous special events make this the most wonderful time of the year. This season will bring together world-class entertainment, shopping and elaborate decorative light displays, blending them with a warm holiday feeling.

Christmas traditions in Branson include the Christmas on the Trail show and Trail of Lights at Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead and the animated lighting displays of the one-mile Branson Area Festival of Lights (BAFOL) drive-through.

From November 5 through November 11 each year, Branson celebrates another enduring tradition honoring veterans who have served our country with the largest homecoming celebration in the nation. With more than 50 special events leading up to the Veterans Day parade, thousands of veterans, active duty personnel and their families are welcomed by a grateful community.

You’ll want to be in Branson for the Adoration Parade held each year on the first Sunday in December. This festive nighttime parade and Adoration Scene lighting ceremony celebrates the birth of Christ and features floats, marching bands and thousands of Christmas lights.

Branson is a holiday shopper’s paradise with Branson Landing and three major outlet malls featuring more than 300 name brand shops. Hundreds of boutique, arts, crafts and specialty stores offer one-of-a-kind handmade heirloom-quality gift items.

And don’t forget the week after Christmas, numerous Branson shows and area attractions (such as Silver Dollar City) are open. This is a great time to share the season with family and friends. Many theaters will offer festive New Year’s Eve shows complete with hors d’oeurves, beverages, party favors, balloon drops, and special music to ring in the new year!

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Area Airport Information ™

Located approximately 10 miles south of Branson.

Branson Creek Dr., Hollister, MO 65673 Phone: 417-334-7813 Web: www.flybranson.com

AIRLINES: AirTran and Sun Country DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop daily service to Atlanta, Dallas/Ft Worth and Minneapolis/St Paul. One-Stop service to an additional 61 destinations through Atlanta or Minneapolis/St Paul, including Orlando, New York, San Diego, Phoenix and Cancun, Mexico.

TERMINAL: 58,000 square feet and will ultimately have capacity to handle more than 1 million enplanements annually. Individuals and groups flying to Branson will have car rental services on-site, as well as taxi and shuttle service into Branson.

The airport includes a general aviation facility to handle corporate and private aircraft. There also are hangar facilities for based aircraft.

Located on the northwest side of the city, approximately 43 miles from Branson.

2300 North Airport Blvd.

Springfield, MO 65802 Phone: 417-868-0500 Fax: 417-868-0501 Web: www.flyspringfield.com Featuring more than 35 arrivals and departures daily AIRLINES: American, Delta, Northwest, United, Allegiant Airlines DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop daily service to Atlanta, Chicago,

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Cincinnati, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Detroit, Memphis, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Orlando, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, St. Petersburg/Tampa and St. Louis. One-Stop service to an additional 476 domestic cities and 40 international cities TERMINAL: 125,000 square foot, offering full service travel agent, complete ticketing facilities, automated baggage handling, restaurant, chapel, gift shop and lounge.

CAR RENTAL: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty.

This airport also offers general aviation services including aircraft service, tie-down space, 24-hour fueling, and a pilot’s lounge.

See page 17 for more information.

This airport does not currently offer any commercial flights, but provides an option for incoming private aircraft/corporate jets. Located adjacent to the campus of the College of the Ozarks in Branson.

Phone: 417-332-1848 Fax: 417-332-1850 Hours: 7am to 7pm daily Web: www.taneycountyairport.com Runway orientation 11/29, Runway length 3,700 feet X width 100 feet with parallel taxiway, Elevation 938 feet, Surface is grooved asphalt, Runway lights are pilot activated. Overnight parking fee for planes. Fuels available include 100 LL and Jet A. NSB 204. PLK. Roaring beacon and three approved instrument approaches. Tie downs and hangar space available. Avis car rental.

Located three miles northwest of Harrison, approximately 25 miles south of Branson.

PO Box 1114 Harrison, AR 72601 Phone: 870-741-6954 Fax: 870-741-5526 Web: www.boonecountyairport.com Runway: 18-36, Runway Length 6,160 feet X width 150 feet with parallel taxiway, Elevation 1363.8 feet, Airport Reference Point: Latitude: N 36º 15’ 41.474”, Longitude W 93º 09’ 17.021” , UNICOM and Lights 123.00 , ILS Approach to Runway 36: 255’ – mile minimums , GPS, VOR and NDB approaches also available, Fuels include 100 LL and Jet A, Aircraft maintenance/parking available. Hertz Car Rental.

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Northwest Arkansas

Regional Airport

Located southwest of Bentonville/Rogers and northwest of Springdale about a two-hour drive from Branson, MO.

One Airport Blvd.

Bentonville, AR 72712 Phone: 479-205-1000 Fax: 479-205-1001 Web: www.flyxna.com AIRLINES: American Airlines/American Eagle, Northwest Airlink, Mesa, Delta ASA, US Airways, United and Continental DESTINATION CITIES: Service to Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Houston, New York, Newark, Memphis, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Los Angeles and St. Louis GATES: Six gates CAR RENTAL: Avis, Budget, Hertz, National and Thrifty Located on the southeast side of the city, about a three and a half hour drive from Branson, MO. One Airport Drive Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202 Phone 501-372-3439 Fax 501-372-0612 Web: www.lrn-airport.com AIRLINES: American, Continental, Delta/ComAir, Frontier, Northwest/NWAirlink, Southwest, United Express and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Service to 18 cities: Baltimore/Washington, Charlotte, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Dallas Love Field, Denver, Detroit, Las Vegas, Minneapolis/St. Paul, St. Louis, New York, Chicago, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Memphis, Kansas City, Atlanta, Cincinnati, Orlando and Houston GATES: Twelve gates TERMINAL: Complete ticketing facilities, automated baggage claim, food court, gift shop, brew pub, curbside check-in, ATM and conference room CAR RENTAL: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty

Located at 7777 East Apache Street, Tulsa, OK 74115, about a three and a half hour drive from Branson, MO. Phone: 918-838-5000 Fax: 918-838-5199 Web: www.tulsaairports.com Serving 3.5 million passengers annually. 86 non-stop daily departures, 172 flights arrive/depart daily AIRLINES: American/American Eagle, Continental, Delta/ComAir, Southwest, Champion Air; Delta Connection/Chataqua, United/United Express, Sky West, Atlantic Southeast and Northwest Airlink DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop service to Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Dallas-Love Field, Denver, Houston Hobby, Houston International, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Memphis, Minneapolis, Phoenix, Newark, Oklahoma City, Salt Lake City and St. Louis GATES: 22 gates TERMINAL: 550,000 square foot CAR RENTAL: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty Located north of the city, about a four- hour drive from Branson.

601 Brasilia Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64153 Phone: 816-243-5237 Fax: 816-243-3170 Web: www.flykci.com Featuring more than 675 arrivals and departures daily AIRLINES: Air Canada, AirTran, American, America West, Continental, Delta, ExpressJet, Frontier, Great Lakes, Mesa, Midwest Express, Northwest, Southwest, United, Vanguard, Western Pacific and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop service to Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, New York, Miami, Memphis, Denver, St. Louis, Des Moines, Omaha, Dallas and Minneapolis GATES: 72 gates TERMINAL: Three separate “C” shaped buildings with continuous shuttle service in between CAR RENTAL: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, National, Enterprise and Thrifty Located on the northwest of the city, about a four-hour drive from Branson.

10701 Lambert International Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63145 Phone: 314-426-8097 Fax: 314-426-1121 St. Louis Lambert Web: www.lambert-stlouis.com International Featuring 1,400 arrivals and departures daily AIRLINES: Air Canada, American Eagle, American, AirTran, Continental, Delta, Frontier, Great Lakes, Northwest, United, and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop, daily service to 71 domestic airports nationwide GATES: 87 gates on five concourses TERMINAL: The main terminal and the east terminal are connected by concourse D CAR RENTAL: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty While we have made every effort to verify the accuracy of the information contained herein, we cannot be held liable if errors or changes have occurred.

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The NEW Branson Airport The brand new Branson Airport opened in May of 2009 and is expected to significantly increase the number of group and individual leisure travelers that will be able to enjoy the wonderful Branson experience. The airport is located within the Branson Creek development, approximately ten miles south of downtown Branson. Access to the airport is by way of Branson Creek Boulevard and its connection to U.S. Highway 65.

The Branson Airport is able to accommodate all types of commercial aircraft ranging from regional jets to Boeing 757’s. Currently, Branson Airport offers nonstop air service to and from Atlanta, Minneapolis and Dallas/Ft. Worth on AirTran Airways and Sun Country Airlines. Enterprise car rental and ground transportation services are offered. The terminal facility is 58,000 square feet with additional check-in counters at the airport’s car rental drop-off station.

The new airport is designed to comfortably handle and process 700,000 deplaning passengers per year.

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As demand increases, it is designed to expand to eventually handle up to 1,000,000 deplaning passengers per year. The Airport also provides GA and FBO services, including fueling, catering, hangar facilities and aircraft wash service. The airfield consists of a single 7,140-ft.-long by 150-ft.-wide runway, a partial parallel taxiway, and an FAA air traffic control tower.

The Branson Airport is the first privately financed and operated commercial airport in the United States. It is also the first non-replacement commercial service airport built in the United States in the last 40 years.

Airport officials continue discussions with a number of leading low-cost airlines and announcements will be made as soon as partnerships are finalized.

For more information, visit FlyBranson.com.

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Flight ARRIVALS and DEPARTURES at Springfield-Branson National Airport

Arrivals departures Number of direct flights from destination by airline

Jet Service

No. of seats

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Las Vegas (LAS)

yes

150

1

1

0

0

1

1

0

1

1

0

0

1

1

0

Phoenix/Mesa (RHX)

yes

150

0

0

0

2

0

0

2

0

0

0

2

0

0

2

Los Angeles

yes

150

1

0

0

1

1

0

1

1

0

0

1

1

0

1

Tampa Bay

yes

150

1

1

1

0

1

1

1

1

1

1

0

1

1

1

Orlando

yes

150

0

0

0

1

0

0

1

0

0

0

1

0

0

1

Chicago (ORD)

yes

50

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

Dallas (DFW)

yes

50

7

7

7

7

7

7

7

7

7

7

7

7

7

7

St. Louis (STL)

yes

50

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

Atlanta (ATL)

yes

32/50

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

Cincinatti (CVG)

yes

32/50

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

Memphis (MEM)

yes

50/100

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

Detroit (DTW)

yes

50

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

Minneapolis (MSP)

yes

50

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

Allegiant Air

American Airlines

Delta Connection

Northwest Airlink

United Express Chicago (ORD)

yes

50

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

Denver (DEN)

yes

50/88

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

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The Springfield-Branson National Airport is full of pleasant surprises. From the beautiful terminal’s wide open, well-lit spaces, to the cozy conversation nooks, to a daily flight schedule that includes four airlines and service to 11 cities nationwide. And don’t forget your rental car – five agencies with reasonable rates. www.flyspringfield.com

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Grand Plaza Hotel Lobby

Hilton Promenade Branson

Group Services A variety of services and complimentary promotional materials are available from the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, plus an enthusiastic, qualified staff can assist you with your specific planning needs. This list has been developed as a brief outline of support services provided by the Branson/Lakes Area CVB and community businesses. However, these services are not limited to this list and if you don’t find what you are looking for just call the Branson/Lakes Area CVB when you need assistance at 1-800-214-3661, or log onto ExploreBranson.com.

Complimentary Promotional Materials

A variety of the latest materials are available to you for FREE such as vacation guides, rack cards, maps, posters, brochure shells and more to help you plan and promote your group tour, to increase participation on your tour and to provide valuable information for your clients who may or may not be familiar with Branson.

Media Support

Our 2010 Branson Destination Sales video in DVD format only are available at your request and are complimentary. We also can provide you with press kits and local media contacts. We also offer you an excellent choice of photographs representing shows, attractions, lodgings, the many seasons in Branson and more for you to use on your websites, newsletters and 13

tour catalogs. These photographs are easy to download and are conveniently located in our photo gallery on ExploreBranson.com.

Destination Group Sales Kit

Sales kits include a copy of the current Branson Vacation Guide, Show & Attraction Guide, Group Tour Planner, Travel Agent Resource Guide and consumer rack cards.

Fam Tours & Site Inspections

The Branson/Lakes Area CVB offers information on familiarization tours (FAMs) throughout the year for travel planners. Should you want a preliminary visit to Branson for an on-site inspections, the Branson/ Lakes Area CVB will provide information for you to arrange your own specific itinerary. Branson hosts the largest community-wide FAM tour in the Midwest for tour operators, travel agents and group leaders called “Destined for Branson.” In 2010, the 14th annual Sales & Educational Conference will be held May 23 – May 28.

For more information go to destinedforbranson.com.

The Branson/Lakes Area CVB will host our 2nd Annual Travel Agent FAM Tour, April 7-9, 2010 and our 4th Annual Music Director FAM Tour, July 6-9, 2010. For more information on these FAM Tours please contact Lenni Neimeyer, Director of Leisure Group Sales at 1-800-214-3661, ext. 305.

Support Services

The Branson/Lakes Area CVB can assist in providing information on travel packagers, event planners, special activities, meeting & convention facilities, auxiliary services for meetings, motorcoach services and much more. The CVB also provides complimentary “Welcome Bags” for your group upon request.

Travel Packagers/Event Planners

One call does it all! Branson has a wide variety of excellent companies that can arrange your group’s complete itinerary or just provide ticketing services, or book reservations for attractions, dining and even transportation. Most companies can prepare a customized package while giving advice on the best opportunities to meet the needs of your group. In addition to pre-planning, many companies offer onsite services including special gifts, greetings, stepon guides, name and luggage tags and special event planning. Sit back and relax; these companies make it easy to plan and take care of the details (see the Travel Packagers/Event Planners listings on pages 57-60).

Your Group’s Name In Lights

At selected accommodations and available upon request, some properties will welcome your group on their marquee signs.

Group Recognition At Shows

To add that special touch and to demonstrate appreciation to groups, most entertainers will recognize groups during intermission at area shows.

Theme Activities

Entertainers Bid Farewell

At the end of the show, many entertainers will “hop on” the motorcoach to say goodbye and sign autographs.

Some of Branson’s restaurants, campgrounds and lodging facilities offer theme parties, welcome receptions and special dining. These special planned activities can be fun and creative, especially when inspired by Branson’s variety of entertainment.

Group Rates

RV Groups and Clubs Special Services

Many of the Branson tourist-related businesses will offer special group rates beginning with 15 to 20 or more paid attendees. The minimum number of paid attendees will vary from business to business.

Many of Branson’s campgrounds offer a variety of group services including show reservations, pavilions for gatherings, shuttle transportation and group rates.

Escort and Driver Benefits

Motorcoach parking is plentiful at many Branson establishments and most have designated motorcoach parking space available.

Many of the theaters, attractions and dining establishments recognize the efforts of hard-working escorts and drivers of professional motorcoach groups and extend special benefits such as complimentary admissions, meals and more.

Bus Drivers’ Lounges

Many theaters, attractions and shopping malls offer motorcoach drivers a special lounge with refreshments and an opportunity to read the newspaper or catch up on the news.

Special Greeting and Escort Services

Most theaters and attractions will greet your group and provide an escort to their seats.

Motorcoach Parking

Motorcoach Services and Repairs

Branson Motorcoach Specialists, Inc., 417-336-5935

Motorcoach Dump Stations

Branson Mall, 417-334-5412 Leisure Country Inn, 417-335-2425 (guests only) Factory Shoppes at Branson Meadows, 417-339-2580 Cascades Inn, 417-335-8424 (guests only) Grand Country Inn, 417-335-3535 (guests only) Clarion Hotel, 417-334-7666 (guests only) Ramada Inn, 417-334-1000 (guests free, fee for others) Honeysuckle Inn, 417-335-2030 (guests only) Angel Inn, 417-334-6500 (guests only) Mountain Music Inn, 417-335-6625 (guest free, fee for others) 14

Mileage Markers

The following mileage markers will help you plan a driving itinerary for your clients. Multiply miles by 1.6 for distance in kilometers (mileage courtesy of AAA Missouri).

ALABAMA Birmingham Mobile Montgomery ARIZONA Phoenix

1321

ARKANSAS Eureka Springs Fort Smith Harrison Little Rock

50 173 32 167

CALIFORNIA Los Angeles San Francisco COLORADO Denver

1652 1948 831

INDIANA Indianapolis

502

IOWA Dubuque Des Moines Sioux City

583 395 492

KANSAS Salina Topeka Wichita

379 269 303

KENTUCKY Lexington Louisville

582 507

LOUISIANA New Orleans Shreveport

585 358

DIST. OF COLUMBIA Washington, D.C. 1064

MARYLAND Baltimore

FLORIDA Ft. Lauderdale Miami Orlando

MASSACHUSETTS Boston 1414

GEORGIA Atlanta ILLINOIS Chicago Peoria 15

488 644 578

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595 429

OKLAHOMA Oklahoma City 321 Tulsa 219 OREGON Portland

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561 253 432 578 415 600 699 1279

NEBRASKA Lincoln Omaha

409 401

NEVADA Las Vegas

1430

NEW MEXICO Albuquerque

860

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NEW YORK New York

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UTAH Salt Lake City

MICHIGAN Grand Rapids Detroit

693 794

NORTH CAROLINA Charlotte 823

WASHINGTON Seattle 2080

MINNESOTA Duluth Minneapolis

797 638

OHIO Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus

WISCONSIN Green Bay Madison Milwaukee

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Branson Lodging Map 71. Lilleys’ Landing Resort & Marina...................... G-9 72. Ramada Limited........................... C-7 73. SDC Campground....................... D-2 74. Cardinal Hills Cottages................ D-3 75. Lantern Bay Resort....................... E-2 76. Crow’s Nest Resort....................... E-2 77. Bavarian Village Resort................ E-2

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Spa & Conference Center....... H-5 66. Timber Ridge Lodge.................... H-5 66. Welk Resort.................................. H-5 67. Fall Creek Inn & Suites..................F-5 68. Big Cedar Lodge...........................J-6 69. Fall Creek Resort......................... H-6 70. Super 8...................................... H-11

Green Mountain Dr.

1. Stonewall Motor Inn...................... F-12 2. Homestead Motel.........................E-11 3. Stonewall West Motor Inn..............E-11 4. Hillbilly Inn & Restaurant..............E-11 5. Four Seasons Inn...........................E-10 6. Ozark Mountain Inn......................E-10 7. Ramada Inn...................................E-10 8. La Quinta Inn................................E-10 9. Outback Roadhouse Motel & Suites...................................... E-9 10. Grand Country............................ E-9 11. Holiday Inn Express..................... E-9 12. Hotel Grand Victorian ................. E-8 13. Dutch Kountry Inn ....................... E-8 14. Grand Oaks..................................F-8 15. Grand Oaks 2................................F-8 16. Gazebo Inn ................................. E-8 18. Angel Inn......................................F-9 17. Radisson.......................................F-8 19. Green Gables Inn.........................F-8 20. Super 8 Motel...............................F-8 21. Residence Inn.............................. G-8 22. Thousand Hills Golf Club &

Resort..................................... G-8 23. Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills.......F-8 24. Grand Plaza Hotel.......................... 24 25. Comfort Inn & Suites.................... C-9 26. Barrington Hotel...........................B-9 27. Savannah House............................B-9 28. Kings Quarters............................. C-8 29. Branson Towers Hotel....................B-9 30. Scenic Hills Inn............................ C-6 31. Motel 6......................................... D-6 32. Cascades Inn............................... C-6 33. Surf Inn........................................ E-5 34. Howard Johnson........................... E-6 35. Hall of Fame Hotel........................ E-6 36. Best Western Center

Pointe Inn................................ E-6 37. Thunderbird Inn.......................... E-7 38. Baldknobbers Motor Inn.............. E-7 39. Melody Lane Inn.......................... E-7 40. Clarion Hotel............................... E-7 41. Holiday Inn Express......................F-7 42. Quality Inn................................... E-7 43. Stone Castle Inn............................F-7 44. Super 8.........................................F-7 45. Branson’s Best...............................F-6 46. Travelodge at the Falls................. G-5 47. Branson Vacation Inn.....................F-7 48. Fairfield Inn..................................F-5 49. Seven Gables Inn..........................F-5 50. Leisure Country........................... E-5 51. Blue Bayou................................... E-4 52. Lodge of the Ozarks..................... E-4 53. Hampton Inn................................ D-4 54. K Royal Motel............................... D-4 55. Comfort Inn West......................... C-4 56. Honeysuckle Inn.......................... C-4 57. Southern Oaks Inn....................... C-5 58. Quality Inn................................... C-5 59. Best Western Music

Capital Inn.............................. C-5 60. Bradford Inn................................. D-3 61. Twelve Oaks................................ E-3 62. Spinning Wheel........................... E-3 63. Days Inn....................................... E-3 64. Mountain Music Inn...................... E-3

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86. Stillwater Resort............................F-2 87. Golden Arrow Resort....................F-2 88. The Village at Indian Point............F-2 89. Indian Point Lodge........................F-3 90. Eagle View Cottages.....................F-2 91. Indian Trails Resort.......................F-2 92. Trail’s End Resort..........................F-3 93. Tribesman Resort.........................F-2

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94. Cottage Resort..............................F-2 95. Kimberling Inn &

Conference Center..................F-2 96. Bayside at Stillwaters Resort ....... D-2 97. StoneBridge Village......................B-2 98. Branson Condos........................... H-5 98. Branson Condo Resort................. H-5 98. Pointe Royale Condominium

Resort & Golf Course.............. H-5 98. A Pet Friendly Nightly Resort....... H-5 99. FoxPointe Condominiums.......... C-11 100. Branson Hotel Royale................E-11 101. Lake Shore Resort.................... C-14 102. Best Western Landing View.......E-12 103. Prince Charles Inn..................... E-8 104. Deer Run Motel.......................... C-2 105. D’Monaco Luxury Resort..............J-4 106. Branson Windmill

Inn & Suites............................. E-8 107. Kimberling Suites...................... H-1 108. Cabins at Grand Mountain......... E-7 109. Ozark Trout Resort..................... G-9 111. Dockers Inn................................F-7 112. Lynina Inn.................................. C-6 113. Colonial Mountain Inn.................B-1 114. Boomerang Resort......................B-1 115. Green Valley Resort................... A-1 116. Jimdy Kricket............................. A-1 117. Pop’s Resort............................... A-1 118. Waters Edge

Cabins & Resorts.................... G-1 119. Dreamcatchers Resort.................F-2 120. Westgate Emerald Resort........... G-4 121. Grand Crowne Resorts................F-5 122. Southwind Vacation Rentals........ G-6 123. Bradford House...........................F-8 124. Riverlake Resort........................ F-11 125. Emerald Lake Resort................ G-13 126. Rainbow Haven........................ A-14 127. Turkey Creek Ranch................. A-14 128. First Four LLC..............................B-9 129. Calm Waters Resort.................... C-2 130. Branson Ozark View Condos.......B-1 131. Hunter’s Friend Resort................F-2 132. Westgate Branson

Woods Resort.......................... C-7 133. Hilton Promenade.....................E-13 134. Hilton Branson

Convention Center Hotel....... F-13 135.1st Inn Branson........................... E-7 136. Amazinn & Suites....................... C-4 137. Rosebud Inn............................... D-8 137. Whispering Hills........................ C-7 137. Rock Lane Resort........................F-2 138. Treehouse Condo Rentals.......... E-2 139. Best Western Next to

Silver Dollar City.....................B-2 140. Branson Garden Inn..................E-10 141. Alpenrose Inn.............................F-6 142. Boxcar Willie Hotel.................... E-3 143. Branson Motor Court................. F-12 144. Classic Motor Inn....................... C-7 145. Foxborough Inn & Suites............ C-8 146. Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks........... H-10 147. Ozark Valley Inn......................... D-6 148. Tri-Lakes Center.........................B-9

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Liverpool Legends

Jim Stafford

Shows When the Baldknobbers Jamboree opened the first show in Branson, and Shepherd of the Hills followed with its outdoor drama, live shows in Branson have been the staple of a vacation to Branson. Today with more than 100 shows, Branson is truly the Live Music Show Capital of America!

Shows in Branson appeal to visitors of all ages, with more than 50 state-of-the-art theaters ranging from intimate 50-seat venues to 2,900-seat indoor theatrical mansions. Morning, afternoon and night, live shows offer a variety of entertainment options for all visitors.

The wide range gives everyone something to sing about, and every one of the shows is appropriate and fun for all members of the family.

There is music from nearly every era and style performed daily both by rising young entertainers and legendary stars. The wide variety of music includes pop, country, rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, patriotic, Broadway, western, Big Band, swing, bluegrass, jazz, classical and more. Music made famous by classical composers, cowboy poets, cinematic blockbusters, ‘50s heartthrobs, ‘60s pop bands, and today’s Top 40 artists can be enjoyed from early morning until late at night in Branson.

Several internationally famous performers call Branson home, as do scores of ensemble production shows featuring large casts of singers, dancers and musicians. State-of-the-art productions, world-class tribute shows, and famous impersonators add to an eclectic mix of entertainment. We like to say that we have “more stars per square foot than anywhere else in the universe!”

Entire families of entertainers headline shows in Branson and continue a time-honored tradition pioneered by the Mabe family of the Baldknobbers and the Presley family of Presleys’ Country Jubilee.

Comedians are a Branson mainstay, both as headliners and as specialty acts during zany variety 21

shows. Peals of laughter can be heard throughout Branson as hilarious comedy that the whole family can enjoy together tickles the funny bone.

International shows broaden the scope of entertainment diversity. These shows inject cultural flavor through their music, dance, acrobatics, costuming and sets. Each April, Silver Dollar City presents World-Fest, bringing in hundreds of performers from around the world. Branson is truly a melting pot of international entertainment.

Morning shows are as popular as ever in Branson, as are dinner shows. From Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede to the multi-million dollar Sight and Sound Theatre with “Noah—The Musical,” shows are presented in unique venues that add to your vacation experience.

Student performance groups have a unique opportunity to perform onstage at any one of a number of theaters in Branson. Student group travel planners can make arrangements for their band, choir, show choir or other performance groups to perform in front of a live audience in a special pre-show performance.

It’s easy to meet the stars in Branson because many of them welcome the opportunity to sign autographs and pose for pictures wherever they are, whether in the lobby after the show or on the golf course. Most performers live in the area full-time and can often be seen enjoying the same shows and attractions that visitors do. If you run into a Branson celebrity, feel free to go up and say hello. They’ll be glad to meet you.

Many of the performers will greet groups before or after the show and will make personal visits to each motorcoach, van or bus after the show. Groups are often recognized from the stage at intermission or before the show.

All the theaters listed in this guide offer designated motorcoach parking.

For a complete list of shows, please visit ExploreBranson.com.

Description

#1 Hits of the 60’s

Corporate: 1658 Pointe Royale Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-1968 Toll Free: 866-339-1960 Fax: 417-339-1969 1hitsofthe60s.com

Acrobats of China featuring the New Shanghai Circus

645 St. Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-8888 Toll Free: 877-21-CHINA (212-4462) Fax: 417-239-1708 AcrobatsOfChina.com

#1 Hits of the 60’s, a full production show with a live band and cast will bring back all those incredible memories of the 60’s through music, dance, comedy and unique video segment. Join us at Christmas for a Rockin’ 60’s Christmas party.

Groups all receive “60’s Love Beads” and military reunions can have a special video presentation.

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The New Shanghai Circus features a revolving line-up of internationally award-winning acts showcasing dramatic interpretation of classic Chinese dance and physical performance art. Over 40 Acrobats of China bring the Orient to Branson in a fast-paced, spectacular production. See extraordinary feats of strength, skill, control and balance during playful Lion Dance, awesome Pole Climbing, Aerial Fish Ballet, Diabolo, Adagio, and more!

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2010 Season Andy Williams Presents: One Rockin’ Season with the Madman of Rock & Roll Paul Revere & The Raiders and Bill Haley’s Original Comets May - August: 7 p.m. Shows Sept. - Dec.: 3 p.m. Shows

Andy Williams Moon River Theatre 2500 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4626 andywilliams.com

The New Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-4663 Toll Free: 866-343-7469 Fax: 417-336-1333 theamericanatheatre.com

Group Rate Min.

Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

Food Service

Handicapped Access

2 p.m.

8 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

3 & 8 p.m.

Mar.- Dec.

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Andy Williams All Star Variety September & October 7 p.m. Shows

May - Dec.

Andy Williams Christmas Show Nov. -Dec. 7 p.m. Shows

The Haygoods, a family of seven brothers and one sister is the REAL DEAL! “Tony Roi - The Elvis Experience” has been voted entertainer of the year for six years.“Red, Hot & Blue!” takes you on a journey through the decades. “Cassandre The Voice of an Angel” will amaze you with angelic renditions of time honored classics and new favorites.

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Mon. - Sun. 10 a.m.

3 & 8 p.m.

Year Round

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Description

Baldknobbers Jamboree Show

Baldknobbers Theatre 2835 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4528 Toll Free: 800-998-8908 Fax: 417-334-4526 baldknobbers.com

Branson Variety Theater

2701 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 888-462-7267 Local: 417-336-9494 Fax: 417-336-5134 bransonvarietytheater.com

Branson Variety Theater’s playbill is a showbiz dream: complete with all the glitz and glamour of Broadway!

The Star-Spangled Celebration; the heart-pounding excitement of dance in Spirit of The Dance; the amazing harmonies of The Twelve Irish Tenors, the new Shake, Rattle & Roll and the elaborate and festive Holiday celebration of Spirit of Christmas.

Buck Trent’s Country Music Show

Start your day with “Mr. Banjo” Buck Trent and his All-star Cast!

Enjoy country, bluegrass, gospel, and hilarious down-home humor!

You’ve seen Buck on television shows like Porter Wagoner Show and Hee Haw. Two-time CMA Instrumentalist of the Year and Premier Five-String Banjo Picker Buck Trent and his amazing cast put a smile on your face for the whole day!

Clay Cooper’s Country Music Express

Clay Cooper is Branson’s most exciting country production! The show is comprised of a six-piece band, six dancers, six featured solo vocalists, an incredibly multi-talented comedian, a world-renowned trick roper /gun twirler / whip artist and the bring-down-the-house six year- old Colt Cooper! Together, the result is a very polished entertainment experience for all!

Clay Cooper Theater 3216 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-5428 Toll Free: 800-764-9324 Fax: 417-334-8839 BuckTrent.com

3216 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7123 Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 claycooper.biz

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The Baldknobbers began the Branson family entertainment phenomenon over 50 years ago in 1959. Today, the family legacy continues to wow audiences with the second and third generations performing great classic country favorites, hot new-country hits and lots of side-splitting comedy. Life Magazine said, “Branson is the Baldknobbers…” Don’t miss the show that started it all!

Group Rate Min.

Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

8 p.m.

20 Mar.- Dec.

15

10 a.m., 3 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Feb. - Dec.

20

15

Breakfast at 8 a.m., shows at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

(Lunch Afterwards)

10 a.m. & 8 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

Food Service

Handicapped Access

Description

Dalena Ditto Classic Country Variety

Tri-Lakes Center 2527 State Hwy. 248 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-0219 ext 254 Fax: 417-335-3735 dalenaditto.com

Dino’s Christmas Extravaganza

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6866 Toll Free: 800-775-3466 Fax: 417-348-1768 dinoplayspiano.com

Doug Gabriel Show

P.O. Box 6187 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-337-8300 Toll Free: 800-954-8554 Fax: 417-337-8384 douggabriel.com

The Dutton Family Theater

3454 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2772 Toll Free: 888-DUTTON1 (388-8661) Fax: 417-334-2314 theduttons.com

“Female Entertainer of the Year” in her 9th season, Dalena Ditto is a Veteran Favorite. Dalena and her Seven-Piece Band perform country classics of Patsy Cline, Jimmy Wakely, Johnny Paycheck, Merle Haggard, Hank Williams and more.

Show-stopping Veteran Tribute and “Specialty Act of the Year” Patty Davidson guarantee a Morning Show to dazzle and excite any audience!

Dino’s Christmas Extravaganzaa joy-filled celebration of the Reason for the Season! America’s Piano Showman brings the sights and sounds of Christmas to life in a huge production show. The centerpiece of this show, Dino’s spectacular piano artistry – backed up by the lovely voice of Cheryl Kartsonakis and the lively dance troupe - makes this show one you’ll never forget!

Group Rate Min.

Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

Food Service

Handicapped Access

10 a.m.

Tues. - Sat. 15 2

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Apr. - June & Sept. - Dec.

2 & 8 p.m. (some select 9:30 a.m. shows) Nov. & Dec.

Doug Gabriel - Branson’s 7 time “Male Vocalist”, 3 time “Instrumentalist” and 6 time “Morning Show”. Doug’s show is filled with live musicians, live vocalists and tons of variety. Songs from all of the decades, dance, gospel, patriotic and lots of comedy.

Don’t miss your chance to see the “One” everyone is talking about: Doug Gabriel.

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You saw them on NBC’s hit television series “America’s Got Talent”, you saw them on the Jerry Lewis Telethon, you saw them wow audiences around the world with their internationally-aired television specials. Now see the world’s most entertaining family live right here in their own theater in Branson, MO! The Duttons: The Reason You Came To Branson.

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10 a.m.

Apr. - Dec.

2 & 8 p.m.

Adjacent

Apr. - Dec.

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Description

George Dyer

3454 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2772 Toll Free: 888-388-8861 Fax: 417-334-2314 georgedyer.com

Comedy Jamboree Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-5428 Toll Free: 800-506-6279 Fax: 417-335-8881 GrandCountry.com

Grand Jubilee Grand Country Music Hall

1945 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-5428 Toll Free: 800-506-6279 Fax: 417-335-8881 GrandCountry.com

Hamner Barber Variety Show

3090 Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4363 Toll Free: 888-335-2080 Fax: 417-336-3787 HamnerBarber.com

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Group Rate Min.

Branson’s newest sensation, George Dyer, brings his world-class voice to the Branson stage with a collection of hits from Broadway, favorites from years past, as well as contemporary classics. Sit back as George takes you on an unforgettable musical journey that is inspiring audiences to enthusiastic ovations.

If you like Josh Groban and Il Divo, you’ll LOVE GEORGE DYER!

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Don’t miss this comedy and musical extravaganza! Starring funny guys, Applejack and Guppy McGee; country singer, Todd Bradshaw; pianist extraordinaire, Tracy Heaston, and a sizzling cast of singers and dancers. From side-splitting comedy, floor pounding clogging and dancing, to all your country favorites, this show is a HOT TICKET!

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Audiences fall in love with the tight harmonies and dynamic performances of Branson’s BEST Quartet, New South! Singing today’s country hits and quartet classics from the Oak Ridge Boys to the Statler Brothers, their high energy and versatility will astound audiences.

From Country to Gospel and 50’s to modern day, the Grand Jubilee entertains audiences of all ages!

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An incredible evening of fun featuring amazing magical illusions, hilarious comedy, music, dance and more. Stars of NBC’s “World’s Greatest Magic,” The Hamners present their award winning illusions. Jim Barber is one of the world’s great ventriloquists and was featured on CBS’s “Late Show with David Letterman.” The show finale is a magical, multimedia tribute to Veterans.

Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

10 a.m., 2 & 8 p.m.

Feb. - Dec.

2 p.m.

Jan. - Dec.

8 p.m.

Jan. - Dec.

8 p.m.

Tues. - Sat. 15

3 p.m.

Sun. Feb. - Dec.

Food Service

Handicapped Access

Description

Hughes American Family Theatre 3425 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0076 Toll Free: 800-422-0076 Fax: 417-337-8400 hughes-brothers.com

Island Fire Show 3454 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2772 Fax: 417-339-4900 theduttons.com

Jim Stafford Show

3440 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-677-8533 Local: 417-335-8080 Fax: 417-335-2643 JimStafford.com

Kirby VanBurch Theatre 2353 St. Hwy. 248 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-5019 Toll Free: 877-895-9687 Fax: 417-337-5041 KirbyVanBurch.com

The Hughes Brothers are not the typical vocal group. Their powerful masculine voices have the ability to stun you to the core and send shivers up your spine. “A Great American Family & Great American Music.” You’ve never seen so much talent in one single family!

Group Rate Min.

Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

Food Service

Handicapped Access

10 a.m.

2 p.m.

20 8 p.m., Apr. - Dec.

Mon. - Sat. 8 p.m.

Feb. - Mar.

A show that shares the wonders, culture, and beauty of the cast’s native Samoa and the Polynesian Islands while it entertains, educates, and amazes at the same time.

Featuring 3x World Champion Fire Knife Dancers throughout the show - never before seen in the United States.

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Jim Stafford’s Show is a wild ride of fun and laughter powered by the clever cogs and witty wheels spinning in Jim’s innovative mind!

Jim’s kids, Shea & G.G. Stafford, join dad on stage for some fabulous musical numbers while Jim delivers hilarious comedy & incredible guitar pickin’! What happens at the Jim Stafford Show will make you smile forever!

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Enjoy a show with big time production numbers, exotic animals, dancing, comedy and HUGE illusions. Even better is the warm rapport that KIRBY brings to the stage. New illusions every year, this one-of-a-kind show is great for everyone. Millions have been amazed - now it’s your group’s turn! After the show, take a Magical Mystery Backstage Cat Tour!

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Apr. - Dec. 10 a.m., 2 p.m., 8 p.m. on select dates Closed Sundays

3 & 8 p.m.

Feb. - Dec.

3 & 8 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

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Description

The “Magnificent Variety Show” - Branson’s “MUST SEE” Music Revue! Starring Joe & Tamra Tinoco and talented 5 year-old daughter Talya, along with Powerhouse Singers & Dancers! 7 amazing decades of America’s greatest hits from the 1940’s thru today! 75 production numbers - 300 costume changes and Branson’s Best Live Band - a lifetime of memories!

CALL 417-230-9636.

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The Mansion Theatre Liverpool Legends

Liverpool Legends, the Ultimate Beatles Experience now at The Mansion Theatre. These four talented musicians and actors were hand-picked by Louis Harrison, George Harrison’s sister, to recreate the band that changed the face of the world of music forever.

Experience the music and revel in the nostalgia of original Beatles memorabilia in the one and only Beatles museum!

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The Mansion Theatre Peter Pan

Cathy Rigby gives Peter Pan a vitality unparalleled in big stage performances. From the moment she flies onto stage you will be captivated. Captain Hook revels in his villainy, Tiger Lily dances her way into your heart and Smee will tickle your funny bone. Every generation is touched by the magic of Peter Pan, experience this magical adventure into Neverland.

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Tom Mullica’s one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling representation of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton’s persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-that-wouldhave-been. He kibitzes. He riffs. He touches hearts.

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Magnificent Variety Show Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-230-9636 Fax: 417-336-6171 magnificentvariety.com

189 Expressway Ln. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-239-3057 Toll Free: 866-707-4100 Fax: 417-239-3058 themansiontheatre.com

189 Expressway Ln. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-239-3057 Toll Free: 866-707-4100 Fax: 417-239-3058 themansiontheatre.com

The Mansion Theatre Tribute to Red Skelton 189 Expressway Ln. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-239-3057 Toll Free: 866-707-4100 Fax: 417-239-3058 themansiontheatre.com

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Group Rate Min.

Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

Mar./ May - Oct.

3 & 8 p.m.

July - Aug. Nov. - Dec.

Mar. - Dec.

Food Service

Handicapped Access

Description

Mickey Gilley Theatre 3455 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-3210 Toll Free: 800-334-1936 Fax: 417-334-3266 gilleys.com

Moe Bandy Show at Jim Stafford Theatre

3440 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-252-4MOE (4663) Toll Free: 800-677-8533 Fax: 417-335-2643 MoeBandy.com

Oak Ridge Boys Theatre Country Tonite 464 State Hwy. 248 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7844 Toll Free: 866-707-4100 Fax: 417-332-0140 oakridgeboystheatre.com

Oak Ridge Boys Theatre Oak Ridge Boys 464 State Hwy. 248 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7844 Toll Free: 866-707-4100 Fax: 417-332-0140 oakridgeboystheatre.com

Celebrating 21st Anniversary in Branson. Join us for an evening of timeless music and hilarious humor. Journey down the comedy trail with Gilley and sidekick Joey Riley. It’s a great ride as they wisecrack their way through the evening with Joey’s crazy face and Mickey’s legendary style of piano...

A must-see.

Moe Bandy--one of America’s all-time leading classic country music recording artists and performers! Moe, along with his Americana Band, delivers Moe’s hits like Americana, Bandy The Rodeo Clown, Till I’m Too Old To Die Young, Just Good Ol’ Boys and many more, plus hilarious comedy with Harley Worthit. It’s time to Buckle up with Moe Bandy for “Moe” Fun!

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20 Select 10 a.m.

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20 Mar. - Dec.

The Country Tonite Show is back with another lineup of country music stars. Our all-new format presents some of the greatest hits in country music with the outstanding Country Tonite singers and band. Then, one of our legendary guest stars takes over the second half and performs their greatest hits, it’s like two great country music shows in one!

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“America’s Favorite Group,” their powerful harmonies and classic hits having sold over 30 million records. Duane, Joe, Richard and William Lee bring over 20 years of hits and 50 years of tradition to a stage show widely acknowledged as among the most exciting anywhere.

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3 & 8 p.m.

Apr. - Dec.

Apr. - Dec. Limited Dates

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Pierce Arrow

3069 Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-8742 Toll Free: 877-687-4241 Fax: 417-348-1140 piercearrowtheater.com

Presleys’ Country Jubilee

2920 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4874 Toll Free: 800-335-4874 Fax: 417-334-5779 presleys.com

Rock n Roll is Here to Stay with Don Solice “A Tribute to Elvis” Branson Star Theatre 3750 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-7131 Fax: 417-334-7240

The Roy Rogers Jr. Show

Mickey Gilley Theatre 3455 West Highway 76 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 866.ROY.ROGERS dfasdfdsfasdfa (769.7643) Local: 417.334.3210 Fax: 417.334.3266 royrogersshow.com

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Branson’s hottest show features a cast who brings the audience along with them to enjoy the time of their lives. With Pierce Arrow, talent overflows. These gentlemen truly love what they do and it shows!

Kim Boyce and Desta McAuliffe are beacons of pure talent and grace. Jarrett Dougherty is the comic spark that sets off explosions of laughter!

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3& 7:30 p.m.

Feb. - Dec.

The Presley Family proudly presents four generations of entertainment featuring Country Favorites, Southern Gospel and Hilarious Comedy. Regis Philbin says “A really magnificently talented family. When you come to Branson you’ve got to see their show.” Don’t miss Branson’s Original Show on the Strip...

Presleys’ Country Jubilee.

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Nationally-acclaimed musicians and extremely talented Broadway style cast singing and dancing the nostalgic hits of the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s. After 30 minutes of energy and non-stop entertainment, Don Solice joins the cast on stage in “A Tribute to Elvis” singing songs from the Radio Days and Movie Tunes, bringing back memories.

Entertaining for all ages.

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Roy Rogers Jr. and Dustin Roy Rogers (the grandson of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans) perform cowboy classics and western favorites. Roy Rogers Jr. (known as Dusty) shares some of his great memories of growing up with his famous mom and dad! Dustin Roy Rogers sings some contemporary music while staying true to the cowboy style.

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Mar. - Dec.

8 p.m.

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3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

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The Shoji Tabuchi Show

3260 Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-3734 Fax: 417-334-8394 shoji.com

Sight & Sound Theatre

1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-7900 Toll Free: 800-377-1277 Fax: 717-687-4288 sight-sound.com

Smoke On The Mountain at The Little Opry Theatre

3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-3533 ext 147 Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 bransonimax.com

The Starlite Theatre Cirque Imagination 3115 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9333 Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6335 starlitetheatre.com

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The Shoji Tabuchi Show is a wonderful, marvelous, glamorous, astounding, state-of-the-art variety production rivaling the pure excitement of Las Vegas or New York.

Comprised of music and dance of virtually every style, including country, gospel, Cajun, big band, show tunes, fifties and classical. All is showcased in a theatre that is a phenomenon in itself.

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Sight & Sound Theatres brings the Bible to life on Branson’s largest stage! This one-of-a-kind family experience includes a majestic 2,000-seat theatre, a 300-foot wraparound stage, 40-foot high elaborate sets and an amazing variety of live animals. Playing in 2010: Noah - The Musical and Miracle of Christmas.

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Branson’s most unique live musical comedy! Let us take you back to a simpler time, 1938, where your group becomes the congregation of Mount Pleasant Church. Sing along with the Sanders family renditions of some of the best old gospel tunes ever written. Come join us for hilarious antics and a guaranteed good time!

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Cirque Imagination and Starlite Theatre present “Montage!” An extraordinary show of daring and skill, featuring former artists of Cirque du Soleil! With an array of acts including contortion, juggling, hand-balancing, pole climbing and many other amazing acts, performed 21 feet high in the air.

Guaranteed to mesmerize all ages!

Excitement for the entire family!

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Mar. -Dec.

Various Mar. – Dec.

8 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

May - Sept.

Nov. & Dec.

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Spend an evening with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy Award Winner, Righteous Brothers’ Bill Medley and his daughter McKenna Medley. Bill’s hits include “Soul and Inspiration”, “Unchained Melody”, “Time of my Life”, and the most played song on American radio, “Lovin’ Feelin’”.

McKenna was named 2007 Female Vocalist of the Year.

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May - Dec.

The Starlite Theatre World Famous Platters

Remember those innocent days of drive-in movies, sock hops, slow dancing and your first kiss with the World Famous Platters and their band at the Starlite Theatre, as they entertain you with such memorable hits as “Only You”, “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes”, “Twilight Time” and “My Prayer” and celebrate Motown’s Glory Days.

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Daniel O’Donnell Tri-Lakes Center

Daniel O’Donnell, with special guest Mary Duff, brings a wee bit of Ireland to the stage as they sing the songs of Ireland and the favorite tunes from the US from early rock n’ roll to country hits, from gospel to pop, all with an Irish twist.

2 p.m. only.

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Legends In Concert

Legends in Concert, located at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, is the world’s greatest live tribure show. See such stars as Marilyn Monroe, Alan Jackson, Whitney Houston, George Strait, Buddy Holly, The Blues Brothers, Elvis and many more. There are 5 stars on every show with acts changing four times a year.

The Starlite Theatre Righteous Brothers 3115 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9333 Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6335 starlitetheatre.com

3115 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9333 Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6335 starlitetheatre.com

2527 St. Hwy. 248 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-5715 ext: 254 Fax: 417-335-3735 trilakescenter.com

1600 W Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-374-SHOW Local: 417-335-STAR Fax: 417-332-1205 legendsinconcert.com

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Yakov’s Moscow Circus at Yakov’s Theatre 470 St. Hwy. 248 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-6542 Toll Free: 800-336-6542 Fax: 417-336-6376 Yakov.com

Yakov, Famous Russian Comedian 470 St. Hwy. 248 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-6542 Toll Free: 800-336-6542 Fax: 417-336-6376 Yakov.com

Ray Stevens

1984 State Hwy 165 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-808-9355 welkresortbranson.com

Tony Orlando and the Lennon Sisters

1984 State Hwy 165 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-808-9355 welkresortbranson.com

Have an authentic Russian dinner while enjoying Yakov’s Moscow Circus! This show, packed with superb artistry, mad-cap antics, zany romance, and outright fun, is a magnificent story of the power of love, set inside the Moscow Circus. During this Extraordinary Adventure you’ll meet Andre the Clown and Marina the Ballerina backed up by a revolving line-up of exciting performance artists.

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Yakov, our favorite Russian, delivers explosive laughter! Backed up by a Band of Pirates, Russian Dance Troupe, Lady Liberty, and more, this funny philosopher delivers unique insights into life, family, and these United States. Yakov’s love for America and his patriotism is positively contagious. As Yakov says, “What A Country”, you’ll feel like cheering for the red, white and blue!

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Multi-platinum recording artist, songwriter, two-time Grammy winner Ray Stevens returns to Branson in 2010 for a special celebration of 50 years in the music business.

With over 4 million albums sold in his career, Ray Stevens brings all of his hits to the stage this fall: from hilarious “Ahab the Arab”, “It’s Me Again Margaret”, “The Streak” and the classic “Everything is Beautiful”.

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Tony Orlando and the Lennon Sisters’ Christmas Celebration! will return in 2010 to the Welk Resort Theatre for another incredible season. Filled with joy and the music of the holiday season, Santa Claus joins Tony, Janet, Kathy and Mimi to teach the true meaning of Christmas.

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Apr. - May & Sept. - Dec.

2 & 8 p.m.

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2 & 8 p.m.

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Silver Dollar City

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Attractions In 2010, Silver Dollar City and The Shepherd of the Hills will celebrate 50 years of family fun! There’s so much to see and do in the Branson area for groups of all ages and interests whether it be on land at a worldclass theme park or museum, on Table Rock Lake aboard a dinner cruise or World War II era amphibious vehicle. Adventure seekers at every level can choose from a wide variety of authentic attractions.

Silver Dollar City, voted the number one theme park in the world by the International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions, treats guests to an experience unlike any other. The 55-acre, 1880s-themed park is nestled amidst the wooded Ozark Mountains and features more than 100 demonstrating craftsmen, 40 live shows, food, 60 shops and 30 fun-filled rides and attractions, including PowderKeg, an explosivelaunch roller coaster and The Giant Swing, feel the rush of back-to-back G-forces in this new high flying adventure. Six themed festivals from April through December offer guests something new and exciting each season.

Branson’s IMAX® Entertainment Complex presents original IMAX® and first-run movies in a state33

of-the-art stadium-style theater with a 6-story screen and 22,000-watt sound system. Movies are shown at multiple times each day all year long. In addition to the IMAX® Theater, the complex includes McFarlain’s Family Restaurant, a food court, a live music theater, shops and three 35-mm movie screens.

Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show is a full-scale production set in a 35,000-square-foot arena featuring six tons of stampeding American buffalo, 32 horses, racing pigs and ostriches, and dozens of talented singers, dancers, trick riders and costume-clad servers who bring to life Dolly’s story of America.

Stone Hill Winery offers guests of all ages a free hour-long tour and presentation on the winemaking process. Mount Pleasant Winery offers visitors awardwinning wines and the unique opportunity to bottle your own wine. Branson Ridge Winery has their new tasting room at Branson Landing.

Seeing famous Hwy. 76 and Table Rock Lake is a blast for everyone in the group in a Ride the Ducks World War II era amphibious vehicle. Duck captains offer entertaining commentary on the notable sights, layout and history of the area. Tour historic downtown Continued on page 38

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Branson IMAX® Entertainment Complex

3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-3533 Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Group ext.: 147 Fax: 417-336-5348 bransonimax.com

Branson Family Fun Factory 2400 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2110 Fax: 417-332-2120 BransonFamilyFunFactory.com

Branson Landing Cruises 7 North Boardwalk Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 877-382-6287 Local: 417-239-3980 Fax: 417-239-3764 BransonLandingCruises.com

Branson Scenic Railway 206 E. Main St. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-6110 Fax: 417-336-3909 bransontrain.com

Think Big. Imagine a film screen 6-stories tall, 83-feet wide and so lifelike you’ll reach for it! Add to that 22,000 watts of digital quality and a 44-speaker surround sound and you’ll feel as if you’re in the middle of all the action!

Indoor Glow in the Dark Mini Golf and Laser Tag. Cool in the Summer, Warm in the Winter. Affordable Family Fun. Largest Laser Tag Arena, Longer Games, State of the Art Equipment, Incredible Artwork in the Glow in the Dark Mini Golf.

Reviews at TripAdvisor.com or BransonRatings.com. You’ll like what they have to say.

Come experience an unforgettable event on the water! Witness Branson’s natural beauty while aboard the exquisite Landing Princess, a 100’ luxury yacht, or the historic Lake Queen, a modern replica of the grand riverboats. We offer full bar service and a variety of menu choices perfect for your next reunion, group tour, closing banquet or memorial service.

Ride in the style of a bygone era in restored railcars through the Ozark foothills. Excursion is narrated and photo opportunities exist. Departures from the depot in historic downtown Branson.

Continental breakfast, lunch and concessions available. Dinner train at 5 p.m. Saturday nights April through Dec. Returns in time for 8 p.m. shows.

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Rides: 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 4: 30 p.m.* March - Dec.

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Butterfly Palace

4106 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2231 Fax: 417-332-2232 thebutterflypalace.com

Circle B Supper Show 200 Jess-Jo Pkwy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-1828 Toll Free: 800-678-6179 Fax: 417-336-3678 circlebchuckwagon.com

Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction

1525 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-3900 Toll Free: 800-520-5101 Fax: 417-339-4360 dixiestampede.com

Dinosaur Museum/ Haunted House 2020 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-TREX Fax: 417-335-8730 BransonDinosaurs.com HauntedInBranson.com

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Imagine thousands of butterflies fluttering right before your very eyes! At the Butterfly Palace and Rainforest Adventure, each guest will have the chance to go on an exotic journey through Branson’s New Rainforest! Each tour includes a 3D movie about the amazing life of a butterfly, an experience in the Living Rainforest Science Center, and the Emerald Forest Mirror Maze.

Old cowboy movies and free freshly popped corn begin your Circle B Supper Show with the Horn Family.

The Horn wranglers prepare your meal from scratch, serve everyone at their tables, bring out seconds, and begin the show! Then the family takes the stage for sweet cowboy harmonies, rollicking humor and grand entertainment!

Supper, Singin’ and Western Wit!

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9 a.m 5 p.m.

Year round

Doors at 4:15 p.m.

Supper at 5 p.m.

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February through December

“Branson’s Most Fun Place to Eat!” Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede takes you on a wild ride highlighted by a thunderous stampede of long horn steer. PLUS, all new “Skeeter’s Big Event”, full of comedy twists and surprises, sure to keep you laughing! The show features 32 horses, stunts and special effects. A four course meal is included.

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Dinosaurs invade Branson! Over 50 life-sized dinosaurs now call Branson home. The dinosaurs were molded from actual dinosaur skeletons. There are special videos, fossil collections, and educational programs. The Haunted House has cutting-edge animatronics-Creepy monsters, ghosts, and illusions--enter at your own risk!

Admission to each attraction is separate or choose the special Combo Group Price for both experiences.

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Mount Pleasant Winery 3125 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-WINE (9463) Fax: 417-336-9167 mountpleasant.com

Ride the Ducks

2320 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-266-7600 Toll Free: 800-335-2279 Fax: 417-266-7611 bransonducks.com

Riply’s Believe It Or Not!® Odditorium 3326 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-5300 Toll Free: 800-998-4418 opt. 7 Fax: 417-337-5229 ripleysbranson.com

Showboat Branson Belle® 4800 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-618-9283 Fax: 417-338-8136 silverdollarcity.com

We provide complimentary samples of our award-winning wines served in private tasting galleries featuring local artists.

Bottle your own dessert wine from a 600-gallon oak barrel. All groups receive a special welcome toast.

Motorcoach parking, one level, complimentary gift for Reunion or Tour Planner. Purchases packed and loaded for your convenience.

Celebrate 150 years of Mount Pleasant history!

See the sights and cruise the lake aboard this amazing vehicle! With 2 tours to choose from, Our Classic Table Rock Lake Tour treks to the top of Baird Mountain for a 70 minute Quack-tastic™ Adventure.

Our Branson Landing Tour takes you through Historic Downtown Branson, The College of the Ozarks Campus, then a splashdown into Lake Taneycomo.

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Open year round except Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years Day

March - Dec. 15

This “Cracked Open” building only hints at what fun lies in store when you visit! Whether you want to see the world’s most unusual exhibits, learn about the world’s most intriguing people, or see them all face to face, Branson’s famous, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not!® Museum is the place for you!

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Set sail on the voyage of a lifetime aboard Table Rock Lake’s Showboat Branson Belle! The two-hour cruise includes a fabulous three-course meal and one Show-stopping Production featuring over 50 musical numbers from Broadway to the big screen and nationallyacclaimed comedian, Todd Oliver and his talking dogs.

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9:30 a.m. 10 p.m.

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Silver Dollar City

399 Indian Point Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-618-9283 Fax: 417-338-8136 silverdollarcity.com

Stone Hill Winery

601 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 888-926-9463 Local: 417-334-1897 Fax: 417-334-1942 stonehillwinery.com/locations/branson

WORLD’S LARGEST MUSEUM ATTRACTION

Titanic – World’s Largest Museum Attraction 3235 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-9500 Toll Free: 800-381-7670 Fax: 417-334-5128 titanicbranson.com

Veterans Memorial Museum/Branson

1250 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-2300 Toll Free: 877-554-8387 Fax: 417-336-2301 VeteransMemorialBranson.com

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Take time to celebrate 50 years of adventure at Mid-America’s Largest Theme Park, Silver Dollar City.

Thrill to 30 rides and attractions, including NEW - America’s Biggest Water Battle. Plus, 40 live shows, over 100 demonstrating craftsmen, 60 unique shops, 17 award-winning restaurants, a Culinary & Craft School and 6 fabulous festivals!

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FREE tours. Come by and see how we make cream sherry.

Watch our bottler put the bubbles in our spumante and hear a few winemaker’s jokes. End your tour N/A with samples of our award winning wines and juices. Browse through our spacious gift shop. All one level. We pack and load your purchases. In Branson since 1986.

Titanic: World’s Largest Museum Attraction Towering 100 feet above street-level, this ship-shaped adventure is located on Hwy. 76 and is this season’s must see attraction! View over 400 artifacts, touch an iceberg and walk the Grand Staircase. A one-of-a-kind adventure for any group or reunion.

Private parties and dinners available. Open year round!

Over 2000 exhibits progress through the wars of the 20th Century, including WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and Desert Storm.

There is a bronze sculpture with life-size soldiers modeled after a combat soldier from each state. The names of those killed in action from World War II forward are displayed.

This national tribute to veterans is a powerful experience for everyone.

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White Water®

3505 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-618-9283 Fax: 417-338-8136 silverdollarcity.com

Dive into over two million gallons of fun at the Ozarks’ Largest Water Park, White Water. It’s the ultimate tropical adventure featuring twisting typhoons, super soakers, the ever popular Surfquake Wave Pool, the park’s biggest ride ever - Kalani Towers and so much more!

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Branson and splash into Lake Taneycomo at their second location at the Branson Landing.

The Track offers go-cart tracks, amusement games, miniature golf, bumper boats, snack bars and other indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities for fun-seeking children and adults.

Branson Scenic Railway takes passengers on a narrated trip from historic downtown Branson through the rugged countryside south into Arkansas.

“Titanic: The World’s Largest Museum Attraction” features re-creations of first-class staterooms, third class austere accommodations, the Grand Staircase, plus interactive exhibits and over 400 priceless artifacts.

Groups can choose Table Rock Lake’s premier attraction, The Showboat Branson Belle or two new fabulous attractions on Lake Taneycomo, The Branson Lake Queen and The Branson Landing Princess.

White Water is the area’s largest outdoor water park, open May through September.

From the neon glow of world-famous Highway 76 to

the pristine Ozark Mountains, there’s a lot to see in the Branson area -- and lots of fun ways to see it. Climb 225 stairs (or ride the elevator) to the top of Inspiration Tower at Shepherd of the Hills Homestead for a magnificent view of the area.

Dozens of military, art, pop culture and nature museums in the area offer guided and self-guided tours, gift shops, snack bars and group admission prices.

Student education groups and vacationers alike can choose from places such as the Antique Toy Museum, Bonniebrook Historical Society Museum, Hollywood Wax Museum, Ralph Foster Museum at College of the Ozarks, Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Museum the Veterans Memorial Museum and Dinosaur Museum and Haunted House.

These are just a few of the attractions available to visitors in the Branson area. No matter the size, age or interest of the group, there’s something for everyone in Branson. For a complete list of attractions, please visit ExploreBranson.com.

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Comfort Inn

Big Cedar Lodge Cabin

Lodging The Branson/Lakes Area has more than 18,000 lodging units ranging from four star resorts to golf front condos, motels, hotels, Table Rock and Lake Taneycomo lakeside resorts, cabins or bed and breakfast inns. No mater your groups special taste or budget the Branson/Lakes Area has something for everyone.

Amenities group visitors can expect to find at area lodging properties include everything from full service marinas

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Bring your family and friends to join ours! Our full service resort includes 160 Well Appointed Guest Rooms, Full Service Restaurant, Concierge, Fitness and Game Room, 160 Guest Laundry, Mini Golf 8 and Playground: And just meeting rooms opened: THE SPLASHA-TORIUM! Our 10,000 square feet on-site, indoor/ outdoor water attraction.

Free to our Guests! Welk Resort has it all!

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Gracious hospitality, Turn of the Century charm.

The unique Hotel Grand Victorian features 151 spacious guest rooms and suites. Located in the center of Branson, close to shows, 151 shopping and a variety of dining options. Featuring a brand-new gazebo with indoor pool and spa, outdoor pool, fitness room, game room and deluxe continental breakfast

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All rooms are completely renovated. Rooms include fridge, microwave, iron & board, coffee and a 32� flat screen TV Free wireless internet. Continental break- 132 fast included. Located on meeting the strip, walking distance room to many shows, restaurants and attractions. Guest laundry facilities on property.

Mini golf course for all guests.

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Welk Resort Branson 1984 Hwy 165 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-808-9355 welkresortbranson.com

Hotel Grand Victorian 2325 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-641-5660 Local: 417-336-2935 Fax: 417-336-1932 hotelgrandvictorian.com

1st Inn Branson

2719 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-7001 Toll Free: 800-343-9302 Fax: 417-337-7471 1stinnbranson.com

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to deluxe spas, health and fitness clubs, hospitality rooms, meeting space, business centers, retail shops, lounges, restaurants, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, daycare, tennis, volleyball, golf, laundry facilities and dump stations for motorcoaches and more.

Many area properties stay open year round and offer reduced rates in January, February and March during Hot Winter Fun. Baggage Handling

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Angel Inn

2350 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-6500 Fax: 417-334-6506 angelinnofbranson.com

AmazINN & Suites

3311 Shep. of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-2300 Fax: 417-336-4165 Amazing-Branson-Hotels.com

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A touch of heaven in the heart of Branson. Sleep well on PILLOW TOP beds in all 113 large rooms, delicious hot breakfast, in-room WiFi & coffee, arched shower 113 rods, clock radio, hair dryer, dump station, 24-hour lobby, indoor heated pool and spa. First hotel on left Green Mountain Drive by Andy Williams and Branson Mall.

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Simply Amazing! Your group will LUV us. Pillow top mattresses in every room.

3 Queen family rooms, 2 Queen rooms, King minisuites or 2-room suites. Easy 149 1 per 20 exterior entry, completely Call meeting rooms renovated in 2009. Hospi- room tality room, large meeting space available at nearby restaurants. 3 flat acres near Pierce Arrow, Shoji, IMAX and RFD Theatres.

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barringtonhotel.com

The Barrington Hotel & Suites offers convenient luxury at an affordable rate.

We have indoor corridors, handicap accessible rooms, deluxe hot continental breakfast, indoor pool & hot tub, free wireless internet, fitness center and more. Barrington Hotel & Suites, newly renovated in 2009. Our new décor provides an exquisite lobby, featuring hardwood floors and stone fireplace with connecting sitting room.

Best Western Branson Inn & Conference Center 8514 Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65737 Local: 417-338-2141 Toll Free: 800-868-6625 Fax: 417-338-8320

Next to Silver Dollar City with free shuttle to the park, deluxe continental breakfast, indoor pool, kiddie pool, Jacuzzi, game room, conference, meeting and 145 banquet rooms. Hotel fea3 meeting tures interior corridors with rooms an elevator. All rooms have a private balcony! We are located 1/2 mile from Silver Dollar City and 4 miles from all of Branson.

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Barrington Hotel & Suites

Barrington Hotel & Suites 263 Shep. of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8866 Fax: 417-336-2585

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Ideally located in the center of Branson’s entertainment, directly across from Clay Cooper and adjacent to the Titanic Museum. Over 25 theaters, attractions and shopping outlets within walking distance of the ho- 164 tel. Montana Mike’s Steakhouse on site. Great group amenities include free deluxe continental breakfast, level parking and much more. Two-sink vanities available.

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Directly across from the famous Shoji Tabuchi Theater, this hotel exudes the intimate, personal atmosphere of a small, boutique hotel while providing the amenities of a large hotel.

The combination creates a lodging experience sure to satisfy any group with ideal features like a spacious lobby, two-sink vanities, inside corridors, level parking and more. Top Trip Advisor Hotel.

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Best Western Center Pointe Inn 3215 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 877-837-2537 Fax: 417-334-3437 myerhotels.com

Best Western Music Capital Inn

3257 Shep. of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8378 Toll Free: 877-837-2537 Fax: 417-334-8855 myerhotels.com

Boxcar Willie Inn

360 Schaefer Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 877-704-6611 Local: 417-337-7070 Fax: 417-337-7404 boxcarwillieinn.com

Bradford on the Lake 2601 Indian Point Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-864-6811 Fax: 417-338-1034 bradfordonthelake.com

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Group and Reunion Central!

Tucked just off the Strip in a peaceful wooded setting, we’re just the ticket for your group: Indoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna; sun deck; complimentary Whistle Stop breakfast; free WiFi; state-of-the-art conference room with full kitchen; ticket services; guest laundry; and gift shop. Guests rave about our Boxcar Blissful Beds and white-glove cleanliness!

We are pleased to offer two outdoor pools, hot tub, dry sauna, fitness/ game room, playground, basketball and tennis, plus a continental breakfast. Our rooms are tastefully decorated and spaciously appointed with all the options and amenities to make your stay complete. We are located 1 1/2 miles from Silver Dollar City on beautiful Table Rock Lake.

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Enjoy Branson’s most beautiful Hotel featuring oversized double queen rooms, suites and Jacuzzis. We offer a complimentary hot breakfast, seasonal ice cream social, indoor corridors, el- 208 evators, indoor pool & hot 1 tub, meeting space, hospi- meeting room tality rooms, banquet facilities and free wi-fi. Let us host your next motorcoach tour, reunion, church retreat or meeting. We want your event to be memorable.

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Exclusive and luxurious, The Cabins at Grand Mountain are the perfect getaway for the whole family or a distinctive corporate outing. Various cabin sizes 100 sleep from 2 to 16 people.

1 meeting Located just two blocks room from Country Music Boulevard, the cabins are nestled in a natural Ozark setting.

Meeting space available from 25 - 200.

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Branson Towers Hotel

236 Shep. of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-4500 Toll Free: 800-683-1122 Fax: 417-334-6838 bransontowers.com

The Cabins at Grand Mountain

245 S. Wildwood Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 888-225-4743 Fax: 417-336-4724 cabinsinbranson.com

Cascades Inn

3226 Shep. of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-588-8424 Local: 417-335-8424 Fax: 417-334-1927 cascadesinn.com

Castle Rock Resort & Waterpark 3001 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-6000 Toll Free: 888-273-3919 Fax: 417-336-6008 castlerockbranson.com

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Location, customer service and outstanding value are few of the reasons Cascades Inn is a favorite among visitors staying in Branson.

158 Guests have easy access to Branson’s top entertain2 ment, shopping and dining. meeting rooms So experience all Branson has to offer and let Cascades Inn take care of the rest.

Castle Rock Resort & Waterpark provides guests with an unforgettable all-inone resort destination with friendly service and activities. We offer 30,000 sq. ft. 191 of indoor waterpark and 3 10,000 sq. ft. of outdoor wa- meeting terpark. Our Tower Rooms rooms are attached to our indoor waterpark through indoor corridors and elevators and our Atrium Rooms are located just next door.

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Clarion Hotel & Conference Center

2820 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-ROOM Toll Free: 800-725-2236 Fax: 417-334-7720 clarionhotelbranson.com

Cobblestone Inn Suites & Conference Center

275 Tanger Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-2152 Toll Free: 800-651-5660 Fax: 417-334-3711 cobblestoneinnbranson.com

Comfort Inn & Suites Branson Meadows 5150 Gretna Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4731 Toll Free: 888-837-2537 Fax: 417-335-3697 myerhotels.com

Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills

203 S. Wildwood Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4727 Toll Free: 877-837-2537 Fax: 417-335-4748 myerhotels.com

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Stay where President Bush stayed! Walk to shows! Special Spring and Fall rates.

Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast. Conference and meeting facilities from 3 to 300 with state of the art surround sound.

Two restaurants, lounge, handicap rooms, level parking. Great location - just 2 miles west on 76 highway, next to the Grand Village.

A heated indoor pool and hot tub, elevators, hairdryers in all the rooms, in-room coffee, fridge and microwaves in deluxe building, and selected rooms, on-site guest laundry. Continental breakfast for our guests. We have family rooms, handicap rooms, plus standard rooms, as well as a convention center that will seat 400 people.

Experience Branson’s Mountain Lodge Themed Hotel. Enjoy million dollar views of the Ozarks and Branson area in a unique setting. This Platinum, 2009 Comfort Inn of the Year Winner is located near Sight & Sound, Yakov Smirnoff, Oak Ridge Boys, Tri-Lakes Center and The Mansion Theaters. Groups enjoy the lobby with a beautiful fireplace and wildlife features.

This is the perfect hotel for your group. This Platinum Award-winning hotel is the only hotel overlooking the Thousand Hills Golf Course and is near the Grand Village, Andy Williams and Branson Variety Theaters.

Amenities include indoor pool, hot tub, super service, ticket service, deluxe continental breakfast and more.

Groups love our spacious meeting room.

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Comfort Inn West

3601 Shep. of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8694 Toll Free: 877-837-2537 Fax: 417-334-1037 myerhotels.com

Deer Run Motel

982 Indian Point Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-901-3337 Local: 417-338-2223 Fax: 417-338-1020 bransondeerrun.com

Festiva Resorts

3864 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-396-6895 Local: 417-332-3279 Fax: 417-335-3110 festivaresorts.com

Four Seasons Inn

1360 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0040 Toll Free: 800-324-8745 Fax: 417-336-3618 fourseasonsbranson.com

The closest hotel in Branson to Silver Dollar City and Shepherd of the Hills.

Theaters and dining within walking distance. Hotel features in-room coffee, elevator, queen beds, irons, hot tub, indoor pool & patio area. Level parking for buses. Experience Branson’s best value. Call our group experts today!

Next to Silver Dollar City with free shuttle service.

Clean, spacious motel rooms, one room and 2-bedroom Kitchenettes. Free extended continental breakfast, coffee pots, outdoor pool, grills, picnic tables.

Two miles from Table Rock Lake; 3 miles to music strip with easy access, Free WiFi, Sandwich Shop next door.

Your choice... Your price...

Your Experience!!! Whether you want Cape Cod cottages, cabins or a condo right in the heart of Branson we have it all. Fully equipped kitchens, living/dining area, private deck, screened in porch, outdoor pools, hot tubs, Jacuzzis, hospitality room, and meeting facilities. Everything your next group or reunion needs; priced like a hotel but so much more.

Conveniently located right on the Highway 76 Strip, Four Seasons Inn is just minutes away from theaters, attractions, shopping malls, restaurants, historic downtown, yet we’re surrounded by the serene, wooded beauty of the Ozark Mountains. We offer spacious, clean, comfortable rooms with complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, meeting space, level parking and more. Open-year round.

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Grand Country Inn Grand Country Square 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-8543 Toll Free: 800-356-4336 Fax: 417-335-8881 GrandCountry.com

Grand Plaza Hotel and Conference Center 245 N. Wildwood Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-850-6646 Local: 417-336-6646 Fax: 417-337-5535 bransongrandplaza.com

Grand Oaks Hotel

3215 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-553-6423 Local: 417-336-6423 Fax: 417-334-6264 grandoakshotel.net

The Grand Country Inn is one of Branson’s premiere lodging experiences. A reputation for beautiful rooms, spacious grounds and friendly service ensures your guests a GRAND time.

Located at Grand Country Square, you’re nestled in the perfect “one-stop” place for great shopping, excellent food, Ozarks fun and awardwinning entertainment from the stage of Grand Country Music Hall!

Located in the heart of Branson, offering 200 guest rooms and suites. Experience our grand amenities such as our complimentary hot breakfast buffet, free wireless internet, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room, game room, gift and ticket shop. Restaurant and Lounge on the 9th floor.

Meeting/banquet facilities for memorable group tours and reunions!

We have the experience and the dedication serving hundreds of groups and reunions every year. Located in the heart of Branson, just off Hwy 76 behind Ride the Ducks, with indoor corridors, WiFi, Hot Tubs, Jacuzzi Suites. All rooms are nonsmoking. Our friendly and caring staff ensures your stay is everything you expect it to be and more!

The Hampton Inn Branson Branson Hills is a beautiful four story brick and stone structure located in the picturesque Ozark Mountains in Southwest Missouri. AdHampton Inn Branson Hills jacent to the 18-hole Payne 200 South Payne Stewart Dr. Stewart Golf Club and the Branson Rec-Plex, the hoBranson, MO 65616 tel is an easy drive to all of Local: 417-243-7800 Branson’s theatres and atToll Free: 800-HAMPTON tractions.

Fax: 417-243-7810 bransonbransonhills.hamptoninn.com

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Located across the street from Branson Landing and connected to the Branson Convention Center, the hotel is a sleek 12 story glass structure with luxurious Hilton Branson accommodations.

Guest Convention Center Hotel rooms feature a queen or 200 East Main St. one king bed, 32” LCD flat Branson, MO 65616 panel televisions, and other Local: 417-336-5400 touches of home.

Toll Free: 800-HILTONS Fax: 417-336-5413

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Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing 3 Branson Landing Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-5500 Toll Free: 800-HILTONS Fax: 417-336-5513

Located in Branson Landing, the area’s newest retail attraction, the hotel is the centerpiece and is surrounded by over 100 shops and restaurants. Guest rooms feature either two queen beds or one king bed. Additional amenities included LCD 32” flat panel televisions, Hilton radios with MP3 adapters, bath amenities by Crabtree & Evelyn and much more.

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 1970 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-633-6603 Local: 417-336-1100 Fax: 417-336-1122 hibranson.com

Honeysuckle Inn & Conference Center

3598 Shep. of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-942-3553 Local: 417-335-2030 Fax: 417-335-3029 honeysuckleinn.com

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, a 100% smoke and pet free facility located in the heart of the Branson “Strip”, just a few minutes from shopping, dining, and fun! All inside rooms, elevators to all floors, unlimited hot breakfast daily, outdoor pool and indoor hot tub.

(Ask about our suites!)

When both price and quality matter! Outstanding reputation for service, quality, beauty and cleanliness. Conveniently located at West Highway 76 and Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. FREE hot deluxe breakfast, indoor & outdoor pools, hot tub, WIFI, several nearby theaters and restaurants. Group Vacation Packages and Ticket Services are our “Specialty”! Christian owned and operated.

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Howard Johnson

Relax in the newly remodeled rooms of the Howard Johnson Branson, President’s Award Winner & AAA Two Diamond hotel. Located in the Heart of Branson’s Entertainment District.

Walking distance to numerous shows, attractions, restaurants and shopping.

Whether lounging at the pool complex or gathering in one of the meeting rooms, this is the perfect location for any goup or reunion.

Indian Point Resorts

On Table Rock Lake - 2 1/2 miles to Silver Dollar City, near Branson shows. 1-4 bedroom multi-bath lodges, deluxe condos, Victorian cottages and log cabins provide privacy and gath- 172 ering space. Kitchens and meeting BBQs offer savings and con- rooms venience. 3 heated pools, kiddie pools, hot tubs, gameroom, playgrounds, docks, boats. The unique and affordable alternative to standard motels.

Kimberling Resort & Conference Center

The Kimberling Inn... Just minutes from Branson, offers guest the perfect combination of beautiful scenery and first class accommodations. We offer all the amenities and services necessary for business and leisure travelers. Our front desk is staffed 24 hours a day with friendly personal to help ensure you have a comfortable stay.

3027-A W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Phone: 417-334-6026 Toll Free: 800-324-4191 Fax: 417-335-5720 hojobranson.com

71 Dogwood Park Trail Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-888-1891 Local: 417-338-2250 Fax: 417-338-3507 indianpoint.com

P.O. Box 159 Kimberling City, MO 65686 Local: 417-739-4311 Toll Free: 800-833-5551 Fax: 417-739-5174 kimberling.com

Lodge at the Falls

3245 Falls Parkway Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-GO-FALLS Local: 417-336-3255 Fax: 417-336-3709 lodgeatthefalls.com

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The perfect place for your reunion, group or retreat.

We have breathtaking views, close to shows, shopping and attractions. Beautiful spacious rooms, a Deluxe Breakfast with biscuits and gravy, WIFI, refrigerators, in-room coffee, business center, large sparkling pool, meeting room space and level parking! Let our friendly staff take care of all your needs.

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The Majestic has beautiful two to four bedroom affordable condominiums overlooking Table Rock Lake.

This new complex is perfect Thousand Hills - Majestic for groups or reunions with a large pool, boat slip rentat Table Rock als, located next to the State 245 S. Wildwood Dr. Park for picnics and lake Branson, MO 65616 activities, yet a short drive Toll Free: 800-864-4145 to Silver Dollar City. Let us Fax: 417-337-5740 help you create a fun event. www.thousandhills.com/ branson-lake-condos

Outback Roadhouse Motel & Suites 1910 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-562-0622 Local: 417-334-7200 Fax: 417-332-0611 outbackbranson.com

The Roadhouse is situated on 15 beautiful acres in the heart of Branson. We offer Jacuzzi suites, family suites, connecting rooms, outdoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna. We have a fabulous pavilion and grill for BBQing needs. Our meeting room can accommodate up to 30 guests. Our rich decor and Australian antiques definitely give us separation from everyone else.

AAA Approved, convenient to shows and attractions, spacious 1-4 bedroom equipped condominiums on a beautiful 18-hole golf course, is perfect for groups and reunions.

World Class trout fishing Pointe Royale Condominium Resort & on Lake Taneycomo below Table Rock Dam, golf, tenGolf Course nis, indoor/outdoor/kiddie 158-A Pointe Royale Dr. swimming pools, fitness cenBranson, MO 65616 ter, playground, picnic area, Local: 417-334-5614 restaurant/lounge, meeting Toll Free: 800-962-4710 rooms, concierge customFax: 417-334-5620 ized packages. pointeroyale.com The newly renovated Radisson Hotel bodes 472 well appointed guest rooms including Sleep Number® Beds. Located in the heart of Branson featuring 13 meeting rooms and 15,000SF of banquet space. For your Radisson Hotel Branson convenience we have 2 onsite restaurants, Lounge, in120 S. Wildwood Dr. door/outdoor heated pool, Branson, MO 65616 and Concierge desk for all Local: 417-335-5767 ticketing needs. Visit our Toll Free: 888-566-5290 Hall of Heroes honoring our Fax: 417-339-3602 Veterans. radisson.com/bransonmo

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Savannah House

165 Expressway Ln. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-800-2019 Local: 417-339-2204 Fax: 417-339-4051 savannahhousebranson.com

Scenic Hills Inn

Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson MO 65616 Toll Free: 888-800-5577 Local: 417-336-8855 scenichillsinn.com

Southern Oaks Inn

3295 Shep. of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-324-8752 Local: 417-335-8108 Fax: 417-335-8861 SouthernOaksInn.com

Still Waters Condominium Resorts 21 Still Water Trail Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-777-2320 Fax: 417-338-8630 stillwatersresort.com

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Savannah House is a beautiful hotel that offers a spectacular view of the Ozark Mountains, There are 159 rooms with indoor corridors and elevators. You will be greeted each morning with a delicious hot breakfast and return each evening to hot cobblers, soft serve ice cream and fresh baked cookies. Limited usage meeting space is available.

The newly renovated hotel offers interior corridors, elevator, extended breakfast with fresh baked cinnamon rolls, and free WIFI. Nestled in the rolling hills, it is located on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway with easy access to all Branson has to offer.

Southern Oaks Inn offers great amenities at a small price. Two large conference rooms, wireless internet and extra large guest rooms, make you feel right at home. Two pools and deluxe continental breakfast satisfies a large number of guests. Personalized Group Sales Staff can help you coordinate your stay with ease. Call for rates today.

Recommended by “Better Homes & Gardens”. On Table Rock Lake. 2 miles from Silver Dollar City, close to Branson shows. Great for “Family Reunions” and large groups. Offering 1-3 bedroom condominiums, 3 pools, free bikes, free kayaks & paddle boats, a waterslide, marina & boat rentals, bayside market & more. Visit our website for specials: www.stillwatersresort.com

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StoneBridge Resort

50 StoneBridge Pkwy.

Branson West, MO 65737 Toll Free: 866-332-1373 Local: 417-332-1300 Fax: 417-334-2488 StoneBridgeBranson.com

Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center

3050 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-677-6906 Local: 417-335-4700 Fax: 417-336-1226 bransonstonecastlehotel.com

Thousand Hills Golf & Conference Resort 245 S. Wildwood Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 888-225-4743 Fax: 417-336-4724 thousandhills.com

Westgate Branson Woods Resort

2201 Roark Valley Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 866-610-8990 x 3112 Fax: 417-243-1800 wgbransonwoods.com

Nestled in the foothills of the peaceful Ozark Mountains, Stonebridge Resort is located in a private gated community offering the perfect setting for your group to experience exceptional accomodations in our studios, suites or lodges. Enjoy our championship golf course, swimming pools, playgrounds, covered pavilion, lighted tennis courts and hiking trails. Dining available at Ledgestone Grill.

300 rooms located in the heart of the theater district, 2008 complete room renovation completed, 7 meeting rooms (10,000 sq. ft.), inside corridors & elevators, hot breakfast, all non-smoking, WIFI, guest laundry, video arcade, pets welcome. Open year round.

Branson’s best location lets you go from lecture to leisure in minutes. Choose a secluded cabin setting or a luxurious condominium surrounding Branson’s most popular golf course. All are within minutes of shopping, theaters, lakes and attractions and include copious amenities. We offer high speed internet access, media equipment, extensive banquet and creative catering services. Our specialty is exceptional service!

Ideal Locale for Themed Reunions and Groups. Affordable resort experience convenient to attractions, shopping, golf, restaurant and shows. Choose spacious cabins, condos with whirlpools or comfortable guest rooms. On-site amenities include indoor/outdoor pools, lighted trails, sports, bike rentals and horseshoes, plus everything that makes memorable reunions, including group photos, catering, meeting facilities, business center, WIFI and BBQ pavillions.

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Dining The Branson/Lakes Area offers visitors of all tastes and preferences a wide selection of dining options.

You’ll find eclectic eateries, chain restaurants, gourmet fine dining, fast food, buffets, lounges and banquet facilities capable of seating up to 2,000 for conferences, weddings, and other special events. From International cuisine to good old-fashioned apple pie, guests can find it all in Branson.

Choose from American, Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Greek, and more. You can enjoy barbeque, seafood, steaks, pasta, ice cream, homemade pastries, and pizza at sit-down establishments, or have it delivered right to your hotel, campground or resort.

The dining options in the area range from every thing to fast-food to homestyle, all-you-can-eat buffets to full–service family dining to gourmet and fashionable restaurants with some overlooking the lake.

The area offers a number of lodging properties with continental breakfast, full service restaurants and catering options.

For groups, many of the 250+ restaurants in the area offer special group seating and motorcoach parking space. As varied as the fare is your choice of locations at which to dine. Dozens of restaurants 51

line world-famous Highway 76 and Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. And the new Branson Landing features more than 20 eating establishments along Lake Taneycomo. There are also dinner theaters, outdoor dining, lakeside dining, excursion boat dining, chuck wagon meals, and themed dining experiences.

Catering service is available at many area group meeting space locations and some even provide outdoor picnics for events such as family reunions and military reunions.

Ozark Mountain Hospitality is often at its best at Branson area restaurants. Many provide group rates and special group menus for easy planning and pricing many offer complimentary meals for bus drivers and tour escorts. Those traveling to Branson with special dietary needs will find that many restaurants will gladly prepare special meals, if notified in advance.

A number of restaurants, ice cream and snack shops stay open after the evening shows let out for a late night treat offering desserts, ice cream and more.

Some of the area lounges stay open until 1:00 am and feature live music and specialty drinks.

For a complete list restaurant and dining choices, visit ExploreBranson.com.

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The patriotic themes merely represent the classic fine American food the Café offers seven days a week. You’ll find all your favorites - plus new additions not found anywhere else. The Café’s walls are lined All American Cafe 239 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. with a portion of the original Wall of Heroes. The new menu Branson, MO 65616 compliments the full-service Local: 417-239-1333 bar offerings making us THE Toll Free: 866-707-4100 place for lunch and dinner.

Fax: 417-239-3058 theallamericancafe.com

Andy Williams Moon River Grill 2600 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9539 Fax: 417-337-9475 andywilliams.com

Enjoy fine dining at casual prices at The Andy Williams Moon River Grill. Moon River Grill has nightly dinner music and provides a relaxing and elegant ambiance for dining.

Choose menu items made from scratch which feature some of Andy’s mother’s recipes. Our reputation is built on quality “home-made” food and great service.

Our private and semi private rooms are perfect for conferences, banquets, groups, military reunions, weddings and family reunions. Themed to entertain and reward your groups with more than just Branson’s Best Restaurants dinner. You’ll experience 3460 W. Hwy. 76 Branson’s Home of the TOSSED Branson, MO 65616 Rolls and a down home counLocal: 417-334-0754 try welcome at Baldknobbers.

Toll Free: 888-363-9880 Overhead projector, screen, bransonsbestrestaurant.com podium, cordless mic, video projector VCR and a 21” TV is available.

Located inside the Clarion Hotel, just 2 miles west on Hwy 76 from Hwy 65, next to the Grand Village. Group menu available. Private dining room, hospitality room, conBuckingham’s ference and meeting faciliPrime Rib & Steak House ties! Enjoy cocktails overlooking the pool. Have a sit down 2820 W. Hwy. 76 meal or plan a customized Branson, MO 65616 buffet. “Out of the ordinary, Local: 417-337-7777 but not out of your budget.”

Toll Free: 800-725-2236 Fax: 417-337-5335 clarionhotelbranson.com

Group Minimum

Comp. Policy

15

Yes

120 Private Dining Available

Lunch Dinner

350 Private Dining Available

Meals

20

2 comps per 20 paid

Lunch Dinner

Handicapped Access

Bus Parking

Hours

11 a.m. 9 p.m.

11 a.m. – Close

Breakfast 400

Per Restaurant Private Dining Available

20

1 comp per 20 paid

Lunch Dinner

7 a.m. 9 p.m.

Buffet

Breakfast (upon request)

300

25

2 comps per 25 paid

Lunch (upon request)

Dinner Buffet

4 p.m. 10 p.m. lounge open until 11 p.m.

(upon request)

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Seating Capacity

Famous Dave’s

1201 Branson Landing Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4858 Fax: 417-334-3868 famousdaves.com

Grand Country Buffet 1945 W. Hwy. 76.

Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-356-4336 Local: 417-335-8543 Fax: 417-335-8881 GrandCountry.com

MAKE YOUR GET-TOGETHER “FAMOUS” with the awardwinning taste of Famous Dave’s BBQ. • All-inclusive pricing - tax & gratuity included.

• All groups of 20 or more will receive 2 comp meals.

• No deposit required • Semi-private dining room available.

• The only restaurant at Branson Landing that has a menu designed especially for bus groups.

Branson’s BEST Buffet offers over 125 items including meats, salads, soups, fruits, vegetables, bakery breads, desserts and more! Your guests will love the friendly staff and savor a delicious meal - breakfast, lunch or dinner. Conveniently located at Grand Country Square, you’re in the heart of great shopping, shows and fun, all served up by the friendly folks at Grand Country.

Group Minimum

300 SemiPrivate Dining Available

20

Comp. Policy

2 comps per 20 paid

Meals

Lunch Dinner

Handicapped Access

Bus Parking

Hours

Sun. - Thurs.

11 a.m. 9 p.m.

Fri. - Sat. 11 a.m. 10 p.m.

Breakfast 450 Private Dining Available

Lunch 25

Yes Dinner

7 a.m 8 p.m.

Buffet

Fall Creek Steak & Catfish House

San Francisco Oven 53

Seating Capacity

Branson’s premiere groups full service restaurant features authentic Ozarks cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

McFarlain’s Family Featuring one-of-a-kind menu Restaurant items like Branson’s traffic 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. jam pie, fried green tomatoes Branson, MO 65616 and McFarlain’s famous honey Local: 417-336-4680 ext 147 cornbread. Home of the world Toll Free: 800-419-4832 famous rising tables.

Fax: 417-336-5348 bransonimax.com

Montana Mike’s Steakhouse

1464 Hwy. 248 & 3225 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-355-3533 ext 147 Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 bransonimax.com

Showtime Bistro

200 Jess-Jo Pkwy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-544-1105 Fax: 417-973-0412

Branson’s Best Steakhouse!

Treat your groups to naturally aged steaks, hand-cut right in our restaurant and grilled to mouth-watering perfection!

Big Steaks! Big Value! Big Portions! Big Steak Country!

700

300

Group Minimum

Comp. Policy

20

2 comps per coach

20

Private Dining Available

Showtime Catering offers breakfast, lunch and dinner for your special event. From biscuits and gravy to steak Rooms and lobster, we will make available your event a memorable one. up to 300 Our goal is to provide outstanding service and quality people meals at a reasonable price.

Locally owned and operated.

References available.

2 comps per coach

Meals

Handicapped Access

Bus Parking

Hours

Breakfast Lunch

Varies

Dinner

Lunch Dinner

11 a.m. 10 p.m.

Breakfast 20

Lunch

Any 24 hrs.

Dinner

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Tanger Outlet Center

Branson Landing

Shopping From heirloom-quality furniture hand-crafted by artisans at Silver Dollar City or at many of the specialty shops located in Historic Downtown Branson, to scuba and golf gear, to brand name fashions, jewelry and appliances, Branson is a great place to shop for quality, variety and value. Visitors can explore three major outlet malls with more than 200 stores to find great deals on designer clothing and specialty merchandise. Branson also has hundreds of boutiques, craft and hobby shops, antique stores, toy stores, jewelry stores, art galleries and gourmet food markets.

At Tanger Factory Outlet Center, The Shoppes at Branson Meadows, and Factory Merchants Branson, visitors can find designer brand clothing and shoes by manufacturers such as Factory Brand Shoes, Eddie Bauer, Jones of New York, Reebok and Old Navy. Visitors can also shop for name brand appliances, jewelry, leather goods, glassware, home decor, electronics, books, music, movies, cosmetics and more at stores like Black & Decker, Oneida Home, Kitchen Collection, Corningware Corelle Revere, Samsonite Company Store, Pfaltzgraff and Leather Outlet.

Many of the outlet shopping centers offer special group services such as Meet & Greet, Complimentary Coupon Books and Merchandise Rewards at participating stores. On-site services include shopping center brochures, multiple clean restrooms, food services, snack and beverage vending, stroller and wheelchair rental.

Enjoy working craft villages at The Branson Mill Craft Village, offering a 40,000-square-foot facility devoted to crafts55

men demonstrating their skills in glass blowing, leather carving, china painting, oil painting, stained glass, wood carving, silversmith, scrimshaw, pottery, copper colorist, etched glass and much more. Also home to The Leather Trading Company and Bandana’s Bar-B-Q Restaurant.

Enjoy unique shopping at the Branson IMAX, Grand Country Square, The Grand Village and the Branson Crafts Mall.

Discover Branson’s newest shopping adventure. Experience uncharted waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment adventures at Branson Landing, located on beautiful Lake Taneycomo in downtown Branson. At Branson Landing, you will have a whole new world to explore, with anchor stores such as Belk Department Store, Bass Pro Shops and over 100 specialty retail stores such as Brighton Collectibles, Victoria’s Secret, Hollister, Coldwater Creek, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Kirkland’s Home, Rack Room Shoes, Bath & Body Works, Pacific Sunwear and more.

Enjoy shopping year-round and those after-Christmas sales are a great time to stock up and save even more. Opportunities to pick up the perfect souvenir for yourself or that special someone abound.

For a complete list of shopping locations, please visit ExploreBranson.com

Description

Hours

Factory Merchants Branson 1000 Pat Nash Dr. #A1 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4041 Fax: 417-335-4595 bransonoutlets.com

Find an exciting collection of outlet stores offering savings of 25% to 65% everyday. Look for the “red roofs” and head to Branson’s largest outlet center featuring such fine stores as Crocs, Jones New York, Lane Bryant Outlet, Pendleton, Red Wing Shoe Co., Tuesday Morning and many more!

IMAX Shopping Complex 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-3533 Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 www.brasonimax.com

BIG SHOPPING at more than 20 specialty shops and kiosks in the IMAX! Legacy & Legend Gifts offers a wide variety of toys, souvenirs and IMAX film memoribilla. The Shadow Box features gourmet foods and luxury bed, bath and body gifts. Fabulous Finds carries stunning fashion jewelry. The Clock Shop highlighting Howard Miller Rhythm clocks and much more! Additional shops.

Tanger Outlets 300 Tanger Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9328 Toll Free: 800-407-2762 Fax: 417-337-9331 tangeroutlet.com

Nothing beats shopping and saving TangerStyle 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. for the brands you know and choices you want Mon. - Sat. at prices you’ll love. Enjoy great savings in over 65 outlet stores including Polo Ralph Lauren, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Aeropostale, The Children’s Place, Nike, Carter’s, Sun. American Eagle, Gap, Eddie Bauer, Gymboree, Nautica,Tommy Hilfiger and more. Shop and save Year Round more at Tanger Outlets.

Factory Merchants Mall

9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Mon- Sat 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sun Year Round

8:30 a.m. 9:30 p.m.

Year Round

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Todd Oliver and Showboat Branson Belle

Butterfly Palace

Travel Packagers/Event Planners Remember, one call does it all! As you may well

know, Branson has more shows, attractions, dining and sightseeing opportunities than many other vacation destinations. That gives you more choices and more fun ways to package your tours. If want to have all the fun and let someone do all of the work when planning your next Branson tour, consider using the services of a Branson Travel Packager/Event Planner. These skilled group travel professionals can customize a group tour package based upon your specific requirements (including multiple changes and updates) that will meet and even exceed your highest expectations. They can make arrangements for 57

welcome receptions, set up a pre-show performance, a backstage tour, a special “meet & greet” upon arrival or at any of your activities. Many provide the conveniences of working with one contract and paying one bill while offering 24-hour emergency call service and can even help if a group member is in need of medical or dental services while on vacation. More importantly they can offer you peace of mind knowing you have a friend working for you in Branson who can also save you both time and money on your next group tour to Branson. It’s just that simple.

For a complete list of travel packagers/event planners, please visit ExploreBranson.com.

Description

Branson Country Getaway

780 State Hwy 165 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-3702 Toll Free: 800-466-6370 Fax: 417-336-4183

bransoncountrygetaway.com

Branson Country Tours

1140 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-2220 Toll Free: 800-841-2376 Fax: 417-336-2224 BransonCountryTours.com

Branson Group Tours

136 Rose O’Neill Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 888-332-3535 Fax: 417-337-7424 grouptoursbranson.com bransontours@centurytel.net

Branson Hotels, Inc. 3245 Falls Parkway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-3255 Toll Free: 888-896-9857 Fax: 417-336-3709 lodgeatthefalls.com

Are you overwhelmed and don’t know where to start putting a group together? Call us and find a professional, courteous staff to guide you through each decision. Your tour should be fun filled with no worries. Our years of experience will work to stretch your $$’s to the max. There are many free activities we can work into your itinerary.

Call us today for fast, friendly service with great rates. We specialize in Branson arrangements for groups or individuals. We are knowledgeable and offer excellent reliable service. Ask us about performing opportunities for student groups. Customized packages are always welcome. We are travel agent friendly. References available. Established 1992.

Explore the possibilities of Branson at affordable prices. Customized itinerary planning for groups of 20 or more. Personalized service, with quick replies and attention to detail. Customer satisfaction is first.

We’ll make it easy to plan your next Branson tour.

You can be confident we will take extra care of you and your clients. Call for a Fast, Free Quote!

Committed to Excellence - Let our knowledgable and caring associates help plan your trip just the way you want it, down to the smallest details.

Custom itineraries, great prices for all individuals or any size church, family, school or military group, reunion, tour or retreat. We make your trip special and full of great memories!

Hours

9 a.m. 5 p.m.

Year Round

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon- Fri Varied weekend hours Year Round

8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Mon – Fri Year Round

9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Year Round

Branson On Stage Live! Branson On Stage Live! is a new and exciting P.O. Box 6609 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-334-5599 Toll Free: 877-293-1612 Fax: 417-334-2570 BransonOnStageLive.com

musical showcase for student performing groups.

Students take center stage and perform a twentyminute showcase to the same audience as the stars in Branson theatres. Branson On Stage Live turns the stage into the classroom where lessons of life and musical backgrounds are now the curriculum.

Branson Tourism Center

• We assist with your itinerary • We offer Discount lodging, tickets and meals • We customize for your needs/budget • We offer air/ground transportation • We have excellent customer service • We accommodate special requests • We offer online booking • We offer entertainer meet and greets • We offer special occasion coordination

220 Branson Hills Pkwy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8325 Toll Free: 800-268-4014 Fax: 417-334-7938 BransonGroups.com

Branson Grayline

155 Industrial Park Dr. Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-335-4466 Toll Free: 800-542-6768 Fax: 417-335-4670 bransongrayline.com

Branson Grayline is a full service group and reunion planner, transportation company and meeting/ event planner. A unique service we provide is complimentary airport shuttle from Branson or Springfield with the booking of a reunion requiring rooms and activities. We are the only shuttle/taxi/limo service allowed to pickup at the Branson Airport.

Year Round

8:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m.

Year Round

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon - Fri Year Round

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Description

Branson Vacation Company/ Branson Vacation Company & Edgewood Receptive Edgewood Receptive Service Service has been planning customized travel pack-

2315 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-3967 Toll Free: 800-627-4596 Fax: 417-334-7938 BransonVacationCompany.com

Carriage Tours & Group Sales

165 Expressway Ln. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2555 Toll Free: 800-335-2555 Fax: 417-339-4051 bransonbest.com

ages for groups of all sizes and types along with individuals to Branson since 1976. For the last 30 years we have been the proven leader in providing the very best in time-honored service, friendly policies and unbeatable prices. Call today for a “no-obligation” price quote.

Experience travel specialists will prepare a customized package and advise you on the best opportunities to meet the needs of your group. We serve military reunions, church groups, conventions, motor coach groups, special events, bank travel and family reunions. We offer step-on guide service and professional itinerary planning with same day quotes.

Dream Travel by 2, LLC. Experience the Ozarks - Past & Present. Join us for a 2-3 1440 State Hwy. 248 Ste. Q116 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-598-0165 Fax: 417-338-6323

flemming tours, inc.

Flemming Tours, Inc. Ozark Mountain Tour Divisions

P.O. Box 2289 Branson, MO 65737 Toll Free: 800-346-7706 Fax: 417-338-8944 flemmingtours-branson.com

Gatherings Plus

P.O. Box 1023 Branson West, MO 65737 Local: 417-338-4048 Fax: 417-338-5171 bransonmilitaryreunions.com

hour area history tour, with a customized local guide.

We also do meet & greets or multi-day, staying with your group while they are here. We are one of the best attractions in Branson.

For rates & info: 417-598-0165 or 417-331-1953.

We are a receptive operator for Missouri and we develop custom itineraries for all the US. Tell us what you want and we will prepare the entire, or part of an itinerary for you. We pride ourselves on great customer service, first-rate tours, 24-hour proposal turn around, and same day answers to your questions.

Branson’s #1 Military Reunion Planning Service! Your successful gatherings start with “Gatherings Plus.” We do all the work and you have all the fun. Let us get your reunion off to a great start and have a guaranteed successful ending! Free Quotes.

Kaleidoscope Adventures stands ready to provide customized services to meet every group’s needs. We Kaleidoscope Adventures specialize in military, family and class reunions, as well Direct: 407-345-4899 as student, sports and church trips. Let us take care Toll Free: 800-774-7337 of every detail from A to Z so you can relax and enjoy Fax: 407-345-2890 your trip! Our team of professionals will exceed your kaleidoscopeadventures.com expectations. Contact us today to request a quote at no cost or obligation.

Noble Tours, Inc.

P.O. Box 6308 Branson, MO 65615 Toll Free: 800-335-5396 Local: 417-335-5393 Fax: 417-337-7457

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Serving the Branson area since 1991 as a receptive tours operation specializing in groups traveling to Branson. We custom design your package and make all of the arrangements to fit your group’s needs.

Reservations for lodging, theaters, restaurants, etc. We live in Branson, are home-owned and operate yearround. Members of the Better Business Bureau and Veterans Task Force.

Hours

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon - Fri Year Round

8:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m.

Mon - Fri 24 Hour Contact Year Round

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon - Fri Year Round

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon- Fri Year Round

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon - Fri Year Round

8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

24 Hour Contact Year Round

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

On call 24 hours for in-town groups Year Round

Description

Ozark Adventures

3000 Green Mountain Dr. #107 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-239-0203 Fax: 417-239-0263 ozarkadventures.org

Ozarks’ Kirkwood Tour & Travel

P.O. Box 1166 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-335-4668 Toll Free: 800-848-5432 PANTONE SPOT COLORFax: 417-335-2343 Pantone 185 ozarkskirkwood.com Pantone 348

Hours

Ozark Adventures, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, creates a historical examination of the Branson phenomena by providing your group with the opportunity for stage and behind-the-scenes excitement. We can develop an exciting learning experience creating lasting memories perfect for groups, retreats or large reunions. Our programs can be tailored to meet your wants and needs.

Branson’s oldest receptive, our staff stays COMMITTED to EXCELLENCE and GUEST SATISFACTION with every customized itinerary. Whether it is a group, corporate retreat, military reunion, family vacation or reunion, Ozarks’ Kirkwood is your key to Branson. It’s honesty, loyalty and price that set us apart. Call today for a “no obligation” proposal. 800-848-5432. Veteran Owned!

24/7 Year Round

8 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

24 hour contact Year Round

Pantone 109 Black

Terry’s Transport, Tickets & Golf

PROCESS SEPARATION 0%-C, 100%-M, 80%-Y, 0%-K 100%-C, 0%-M, 79%-Y, 27%-K 0%-C, 9%-M, 100%-Y, 0%-K 40%-C, 30%-M, 10%-Y, 100%-K

190 Potential Dr. Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-331-2582 Fax: 417-339-1024 tttg-branson.com tbowling@centurytel.net

Travel Branson

P.O. Box 381 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-587-0009 Toll Free: 800-280-3279 Fax: 417-587-0072 www.travelbranson.net

For more than a decade, we have been helping groups and reunions save time, money and have FUN. Some of the services we offer: Discount show Tickets, Shuttle/ Show/Meal Packages, Charter Shuttle Service, Sightseeing Tours, Group Golf Clinics, Golf Outings and Discount Green Fees. Call today to see how we can help your group get the most out of Branson!

Now in our 17th year planning group tours to Branson - whether 5 or 500. We plan the whole group tour event including shows, meals, attractions, lodging, meeting space, motorcoach shuttles. Individual attendees CC payments accepted. Tour operator members of ABA and NTA. $1,000,000 Professional Liability Error & Omissions Policy in force. For a proposal: Call or visit www.travelbranson.net/groups.

Year Round

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon- Fri Year Round except Holidays

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Golf in the Ozarks Par

Course Type

Golf Pro

Tee Time Policy

Rental Equipment

Branson Creek Golf Club 417-339-4653 www.bransoncreekgolf.com

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Daily Fee

Mark Ophoven

Up to 30 days in advance

Clubs/ Shoes

Holiday Hills Resort & Golf Club 417-334-4838 www.holidayhills.com

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Resort/ Public

Lance Munden

Up to 30 days in advance

LedgeStone Country Club 417-335-8187 www.ledgestonegolf.com

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Private/ Resort

Bill Hasler

Murder Rock Golf & Country Club 417-332-3259 www.murderrock.com

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SemiPrivate

Payne Stewart Golf Club 417-332-3453 www.paynestewartgolfclub.com

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Pointe Royale Golf Course 417-334-4477 www.pointeroyale.com Thousand Hills Golf Club 417-334-4553 www.thousandhills.com

Restaurant, Snack Bar or Clubhouse

Driving Range

Dress Code/ Spike Policy

Yes

Yes

Golf attire non-metal spikes Collared shirts No denim

Clubs

Yes

_

Golf attire non-metal spikes

Call in advance

Clubs

Yes

Yes

Golf attire no blue jeans non-metal spikes

Chris Meade

Up to 30 days in advance

_

Yes

Yes

Golf attire non-metal spikes

SemiPrivate/ Resort

T.J. Baggett

Call

_

Yes

Yes

Golf attire non-metal spikes

70

Resort/ Public

Jeff Walster

Up to one month in advance

Clubs

Yes

_

Golf attire non-metal spikes

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Resort/ Public

Dan Davis

Up to 60 days in advance

Clubs

Yes

_

Golf attire non-metal spikes

Top of the Rock Golf Course 417-335-2777 www.bigcedar.com

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Resort/ Public

_

Reservations recommended

Pull Carts/ Clubs

Yes

Yes

No cut-offs or tank tops non-metal spikes

Executive Timbers Golf Course 417-336-0553 www.bransonloghomes.com

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Resort/ Guests Only

_

Call

Call

_

_

Golf attire non-metal spikes

18 Holes

9 Holes

Additional Golf Courses

Kimberling Golf Course: Kimberling City 417-739-4370 • Kings River Golf Course: Shell Knob 417-858-6330 Oak Tree Golf Club: Forsyth 417-546-5454 • Don Gardner Pitch ‘n’ Putt: Branson 417-337-8510

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Payne Stewart Golf Club 62

Special Reunion Section Introduction Our Special Reunion Section was designed to provide you with specific information to ensure a successful, well planned and highly attended reunion. Whether you’re planning a Military, Family, Class or other type of reunion we know Branson will fit your needs perfectly. Within this section, you’ll find many of the reasons your reunion group will appreciate coming to together to a vacation destination that has so much to offer.

From November 5 – 11 each year, Branson honors veterans with the largest homecoming celebration in the nation, Veterans Homecoming. Tens of thousands of veterans, active duty military personnel and their families attend more than 50 special events honoring their service and sacrifice, during this week leading up to the November 11th Veterans Day parade in historic downtown Branson.

In 2008, Branson was named “Top Pick” for Family Reunions by Midwest Living magazine and research shows that more than a third of families will travel for a reunion this year. Everyone wants to reconnect but organizing one is not always easy and our special reunion section will provide you with information to make your get-together fun, uncomplicated while truly offering something for every taste and budget.

Beyond Branson’s great variety of live entertainment, breathtaking scenery and central location, the services available to your reunion group are unmatched. From the lodging properties, restaurants, theatres, attractions, shopping areas, ticketing services and area travel packagers, you’ll find that your groups, whether twenty or two thousand attendees, will be treated with experienced, professional care and timehonored Ozarks Hospitality.

The Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau can provide your reunion group with a wealth of resources that can result in a truly unforgettable experience. We are here to help you create a reunion that will delight everyone and create great memories forever!

Yvonne Costales Leisure Group Sales Manager

Military, Family & Class Reunions ycostales@bransoncvb. com 800.214.3661 ext. 317

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Someone you love is always playing in Branson.

Titanic

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Military Reunions Branson, Missouri is known as the year-round home for all veterans and active duty personnel, making it the ideal destination for military groups seeking outstanding reunion activities and meeting facilities capable of accommodating up to 4,000 attendees.

As one of the top 20 family vacation destinations in the United States, Branson offers world-class entertainment, award-winning theme parks, natural lake and outdoor recreation, shopping, fine dining, arts and culture, and unmatched hospitality.

Military reunion groups feel at home in Branson because every day they receive special recognition at live music shows, lodging properties, restaurants, shops and more. They are welcomed to dozens of special events held throughout the year that are geared specifically toward honoring their service, commitment and sacrifice. One such event is the nations largest veterans tribute, Branson Veterans Homecoming, which takes place in and around Branson each Nov. 5-11th, and attracts upwards of 100,000 65

veterans, military personnel and their families with dozens of special musical performances, memorial tributes, reunions, military displays and more.

The Branson CVB will host our 5th Annual Military Reunion Planners Conference scheduled in Branson August 16 -19, 2010.

Military reunion planners considering Branson can expect to find helpful, professional group travel planners at the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, and at dozens of area properties. These professionals are experienced and eager to help military reunion planners select the right lodging and meeting facilities, shows, dining and recreational activities, and create an event that’s both exciting and relaxing for each attendee.

Branson Honors Veterans Everyday!

Family Reunions

Branson is the ideal family reunion destination for those seeking quality entertainment, unmatched variety, pristine outdoor and lake recreation, up-close-and-personal hospitality, and a place where family values will be honored and appreciated. It’s easy to see why Branson has earned the distinction as one of the top 20 overnight family vacation destinations in the country and #1 family destination in the Midwest! (Midwest Living, March 2008).

Whether you’re organizing a family reunion to re-establish ties with distant loved ones, or for a wedding, or special birthday or anniversary or just to get away from it all with your nearest and dearest, Branson offers an outstanding array of live shows, attractions, outdoor recreation, lodging and dining options for family members of all ages, tastes and backgrounds.

Plus, perhaps unique to Branson is that many of its live theaters feature related family members! Presleys’ Country Jubilee, for example, features four generations of Pre-

sley family members who perform together nightly. The Baldknobbers, The Hughes Brothers, the Duttons, The Brett Family, The Haygoods, Jim Stafford, Shoji Tabuchi, The Osmonds and other shows showcase family members from at least two generations. These talented families will inspire and wow every member of your family with their dazzling musical, comedic and vocal talents. Creating family fun is what Branson’s show business families are all about -- for theirs, and for yours!

In Branson it’s easy to meet these families and the other legendary stars because many of them welcome the opportunity to sign autographs and pose for pictures wherever they are, whether in the lobby after the show or on the golf course. Most of the performers live in the area year-round and can be seen enjoying shows and attractions with their families, too!

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Weddings & Anniversaries Plan a Wedding or Honeymoon in Branson Branson is a perfect match for weddings and honeymoons.

With such a wide variety of wedding venues, from the grand staircase at Titanic to the Wilderness Chapel at Silver Dollar City to the rustic resort lodge at Big Cedar or perhaps you picture the European elegance found at Chateau on the Lake, your dream wedding can come true. There are intimate chapels, hotel ballrooms, garden venues as well as white clapboard country churches for your family and friends to gather for the big day. Branson has lots of caterers offering everything fine from cuisine to barbecue. Don’t forget about the florists and wedding photographers – you’ll find everything you need and more to plan an unforgettable wedding.

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Whether you are celebrating a wedding, planning a romantic honeymoon or marking a milestone anniversary, the Branson/Lakes Area is the perfect place to celebrate your special day.

How about a romantic getaway with the one you love?

Explore Branson for your second honeymoon that you have always promised yourself. Celebrate a first-kiss anniversary or plan a three-day holiday weekend... they’re all good excuses to book a romantic getaway to Branson.

In Branson, we’re fortunate to have a thriving community of businesses who are dedicated to making your stay here as enjoyable as possible.

For larger wedding parties, please contact Yvonne Costales, Leisure Group Sales Manager, at 800-214-3661 ext. 317.

Branson Wineries Newcomers to Branson may be surprised to find Missouri’s oldest and most awarded winery as one of the town’s most popular attractions. With 12,000 square feet of space, Stone Hill Winery’s Branson location has been receiving and entertaining visitors since 1986. The winery, located at the junction of Highway 165 and Green Mountain Drive (just two blocks south of Hwy. 76), delights thousands of tourists daily with a free, fun-filled hour of touring. Tasting Stone Hill’s many award-winning wines completes the experience.

There is a proud tradition of Missouri winemaking and the tour focuses on telling the story of the vineyards and cellars at the winery’s main headquarters in Hermann, Missouri. Guests are invited to soak in the delightful aromas of maturing sherry and watch the actual bottling process of one of Stone Hill’s famous wines.

Mount Pleasant Winery, with their award-wining wines, offers another reason to learn more about oenology, the science and study of all aspects of wine and winemaking.

Located on Green Mountain Drive, just east of Stone Hill in Branson, Mount Pleasant is more than just a terrific place to enjoy great wines. It has a wine shop, an art gallery and hands-on bottling experiences all rolled into one. Visitors to Mount Pleasant have the unique opportunity to bottle their own dessert wine from a specially designed 600-gallon French oak barrel.

Be sure to visit the tasting galleries, where more than wine is on display. The tasting galleries feature the works of renowned Missouri artists — from glass artisans to folk artisans to painters and sculptors. Enjoy the art while sip-

ping your wine.

Branson’s newest winery experience, Branson Ridge Winery & Marketplace, is conveniently located on the scenic promenade in the vibrant Town Square of Branson Landing. It is the perfect location for enjoying Branson Landing’s Concert Series and the spectacular fountain show on the lakefront. After you taste some of the wonderful Missouri wine, plan on relaxing for a while on the outdoor sheltered patio and enjoy fabulous fare in a casual, European-style setting at Cafe diVine. During unseasonable weather, you may choose to dine in the comfortable indoor seating with views of the barrel room.

The Marketplace offers a variety of specialty foods and gifts from Europe and many other corners of the globe.

You can even create your own wine label while at the winery – brand your own wine or personalize a gift for someone special!

Lindwedel Wine Garden features wines produced in the state of Missouri. The Lindwedel family wants to provide “a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy some of God’s most precious gifts, for any occasion, or none at all.”

With outdoor decks and picnic areas overlooking a scenic Ozark panorama, indoor sitting rooms, and an event hall for larger groups, the wine garden offers a beautiful location for weddings, parties, reunions and other social gatherings. The views are absolutely spectacular, and the family and staff understand true Ozark hospitality and take great pleasure in making people feel comfortable and warmly welcomed.

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Ten Helpful Reunion Tips The Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau is your ticket to planning a successful reunion in Branson. These 10 tips have been developed to help you in your planning process.

Planning your reunion well in advance will save you anxiety in the long run, and give you enough time to take care of all the details involved. An activities timeline can be a helpful tool to ensure all plans are made most effectively.

1. Determine the purpose.

Talk to those within the reunion group to determine exactly what you would like to accomplish through the reunion. If the reunion is to bring together people who have not seen each other for 25 years, the activities you plan may be quite different than those for a family whose members see each other yearly.

2. Set a date or range of dates, and determine how many people might be attending.

If you have a relatively small number of people involved, this can be done over the phone. If you have a large group to coordinate, it might be a good idea to send out a survey to get input on these considerations: • Time of year • Type of accommodations • Kinds of activities • Budget • Dietary considerations • Other elements important to your group.

Dates for the reunion should be confirmed at least a year in advance to allow members to plan for vacation time and save money for the trip. If people are traveling a distance 69

to attend, it is a good idea to take several days for the reunion or at least a long weekend. And remember, no date is going to be perfect for everyone.

3. Determine your budget.

Decide what expenses will be paid directly by your attending reunion members ( for instance, travel, hotel, perhaps a couple of meals) and what costs will be incurred by the group (catering or meals, facilities rental, postage).

These costs should be divided among the participants or covered by a fund-raising effort.

Some reunions charge a “registration fee” to cover these incidentals. Do make sure that you specify exactly what is and what isn’t included in the fee when you send out the invitations. You will want to set a due date in advance (a couple of months at least), for a percentage of the fee to be sent to you. This will also help solidify the guest list.

Keep good records, and do your best to stay within the set budget. You can also make fund-raising part of the fun. An auction for which everyone contributes an item, a raffle or bake sale can help with raising extra money during the reunion, and be entertaining, too.

4. Call the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau.

The sales staff offers a wealth of services for you to make your planning easy. One of the most valuable complimentary services is the opportunity for you to gain bids for lodging, dining, ticketing and planning services and more for your reunion through an RFP (request for proposal) service that goes to all properties that can handle your particular type of reunion. All you need to do is provide

the information, then sit back and wait for the bids to come to you. Many other services and helpful hints are available as well. (RFP form is located on page 74) 5. Select a location.

This is best accomplished once you have a potential date and an approximate number of people, as well as an idea of how much you are willing to spend for accommodations.

Branson has many great lodging and camping facilities available from value-priced motels to lakefront resorts and luxury hotels. Many of the properties are open year-round (you may be able to save money by traveling off season).

Depending on the size of your group, you may qualify for a group discount, so be sure to ask the reservationist when you call. If you qualify for a group discount, you will need to decide whether you want to spread the savings to the entire group or designate any among your group as receiving a complimentary trip.

When making reservations, request a confirmation letter from the lodging property that spells out all the details to avoid surprises. The letter should include dates, number of people, price per person, cancellation terms, and any other pertinent details. Review it thoroughly before signing and discuss any questions right away. Feel free to contact the Branson/Lakes Area CVB if you have any questions.

gether, how many meals are “on your own” and how many meals can be included in the entrance fee. Decide if the meals with be banquet, buffet or reception style; a mixture of these options is usually a good bet. Again, in making reservations at a restaurant for a large group it’s good to get a letter of confirmation that spells out the details, and don’t forget to budget for gratuity.

9. Notify the group.

Once you have decided on an itinerary, it’s time to send out invitations. Do this well in advance (six months to a year) and also send a reminder a few of weeks before the occasion. Include dates, accommodations, a preliminary itinerary, contact person with phone number, all costs, payment procedure, directions, and what clothing and equipment are appropriate.

10. Get help.

Do not try to take care of all the details at the reunion yourself so retain the committees throughout event.

Clearly delegate tasks before the event: set-up, cooking, clean-up, picture taking and other tasks. Depending on the complexity of your reunion, you may want to meet with the committees each morning to be sure all arrangements have been completed.

Reunions can be even more memorable with group name tags, group photos (see page 14 for group photo options), a scrapbook for pictures and special memories, a 6. Select committees.

If your reunion is of a large scale, you may want to create special t-shirt or sweat shirt, a directory of attendees, or a committees that will handle particular tasks. Not only does display of group memorabilia and an event-specific autothis help spread the responsibility, it also allows people graph book for all the attendees or maybe a few Branson to feel part of the effort. You may select committees to ar- entertainers. The Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Comrange the following: merce can assist you in finding the appropriate area ven• Accommodations dor for your needs.

As the event approaches, remember to always be pre• Meals pared. Have a contingency plan for inclement weather, • Activities provide extra sunscreen, simple first aid materials, snacks, • Main event and other needs. Most importantly, reunions are for ev• Publicity within the group and invitations • Specialty items such as group t-shirts, memory books or eryone to enjoy and the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of other items.

Commerce can help you do just that.

7. Plan your itinerary.

Remember that you want to plan activities that groups can do together, but also allow some “free” time for visiting and enjoying the great Branson surroundings. Branson has many venues for group activities, many of which can be combined into an activity such as lake cruises, dinner shows and theaters that are open for group functions.

Consult the listings and you’re sure to find something for everyone. Consider games for large groups like softball and volleyball, a kids table (with toys and crafts), a group dinner with presentations, contests or talent show. You may want to plan an opening ceremony or do a casual meet and greet; it’s up to you. You’re sure to find the ideal location in the Branson/Lakes Area.

8. Plan the meals.

Meal planning can be tricky and gets more difficult as the age range of your group members expands. For your banquet, welcome reception, farewell brunch or any group meal function make sure to find out in advance about any special dietary requirements for anyone in your group.

Branson offers a wide range of dining choices from fast food to fine dining. The area’s many buffets can be a great way to accommodate a variety of tastes. You will need to determine how many meals you might like to eat out to-

Reunion Planning Checklist: o Survey Guests 1-1.5 years in advance o Pick a Date

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RV Parks & Campgrounds Ozark Mountain Wildlife

site or unplug and reconnect with your family out in the backwoods near one of three pristine lakes in the area.

Most of the area’s RV parks and campground sites are located on or just minutes away from Lake Taneycomo and Table Rock Lake and are close to nearby Branson shows and attractions. Many offer WiFi and Internet access to help you keep up with emails to family and friends and most are very pet-friendly. Branson/Lakes Area RV parks and campgrounds boast a Good Sam award-winner and are often featured in Trailer Life.

RV Parks and Campgrounds

For a complete list of RV Parks and Campgrounds, visit ExploreBranson.com or call the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB at (800) 214-3661. You may also request our free outdoor activity guide containing a wealth of information on water sports, fishing, golfing, mountain biking, hiking & backpacking, camping, resorts, scenic drives, public and private parks and wilderness areas, sporting events, shooting facilities, wildlife and maps.

It’s not uncommon to see several species of wildlife within the city limits of Branson. If you visit one of the area’s lakes, rivers, parks or campgrounds you may see any number of the following types of Ozark Mountain area wildlife: deer, bald eagles, red-tailed hawks, turkey vultures, wild turkeys, great horned owls, great blue herons, tarantulas, pileated woodpeckers, quail, songbirds, red fox, squirrels, otters, beavers, minks, armadillos, opossums, roadrunners, coachwhip snakes, copperhead snakes, garter snakes, skinks, eastern collared lizards and box turtles.

Whether you have the newest RV out there with all the bells and whistles, or if you are a minimalist camper roughing it with little more than the clothes on your back, Branson has the overnight availability you need to enjoy your stay in the Ozarks. Pack up and plan a Branson getaway any season of the year. Spend quality time together in one of the family-oriented RV parks or campgrounds. You can enjoy the comforts of a full-service 20/30/50-amp RV 73

Reunion Planner “Request for Proposal” (RFP) Form The Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) offers this service at no cost or obligation. Please make a copy of this form, complete the information requested and fax to 417-334-4139.

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RFP TO GROUPS OF 20 OR MORE

Please check one: p I want to receive RFP’s directly from the Branson businesses (QUICKER RESPONSE option) p I want the RFP information collected by the CVB and sent to me. (Process time: 2 – 3 weeks) CONTACT INFORMATION: Name of Reunion/Group: Type of Reunion (select one) p Military p Family p Class p Other __________________________________________ Contact Name: _________________________________Address:_____________________________________________________ City/State: ____________________________________________Zip:______________ Phone:______________________________ Email Address:___________________________________________________________ Fax#:______________________________ I prefer to receive the RFP’s via (select one): p EMAIL p POSTAL MAIL p No Preference Are you the Decision Maker? p Yes p No If no, Decision-maker name: ________________________________________ LODGING: Preferred Date/s of Event: ________________________________________ Are dates flexible? p YES p NO If yes, 2nd choice for arrival date:__________________________________ Interested in (check all that apply): p HOTELS p CABINS p CONDOS p RV/CAMPSITES p HOMES (nightly rentals) Estimated # of Attendees:______________ Estimated # of Rooms: ______________ Desired Rate Range: $_______________ Hospitality Room? YES p NO p Additional Meeting Space? p YES p NO Requesting a Banquet and/or Catered Meals?: p YES p NO Additional Info/Needs:_______________________________________________________________________________________ I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO RECEIVE INFORMATION ON:

p Theatres/Shows p Attractions p Golfing p Boating p Shopping p Restaurants p Transportation Providers Would you like to receive information from Group Packagers/Planners located in Branson? p YES p NO REUNION/GROUP HISTORY (last 2 reunions): Year:______________ City/State:________________________________ Hotel:___________________________ # of Attendees:_____________ # of Rooms Blocked: ________________ Room Rate: $_____________________ Year:______________ City/State:________________________________ Hotel:___________________________ # of Attendees:_____________ # of Rooms Blocked: ________________ Room Rate: $_____________________ What other destinations are you considering?___________________________________________________________________ What made you decide to consider Branson for your Reunion/Group? ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date of Decision for Property Choice and/or Destination:________________________________________________________ For more information contact: Yvonne Costales, Leisure Group Sales Manager at YCostales@BransonCVB.com or 1-800-214-3661 ext. 317 Branson/Lakes Area Convention and Visitors Bureau P.O. Box 1897 • Branson, MO 65616 Office 417.334.4084 • Fax 417.334.4139 • ExploreBranson.com 74

Broadway!

The Star-Spangled Celebration

White Water

Presleys’ Country Jubilee

Island Fire

Silver Dollar City

Pierce Arrow

Noah The Musical

Branson Scenic Railway

Jim Stafford

Someone you love is always playing in Branson.

Historic Downtown Branson

Dinosaur Museum

Talking Rocks Cavern

The Duttons

World Famous Platters

Shoji Tabuchi

Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

Ride The Ducks

Bill Medley and McKenna Medley

Dalena Ditto

Branson Landing