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Let's take a trip to Branson!

by patricknjacob , Jul 25 '04
Pros: Tons of entertainment. A bit of something for everyone.
Cons: Pricey and crowded.
Branson, Missouri is a vacation town. The entire town, it seems, is dedicated to the masses of tourists who flock there. My family and I spent a week in nearby Kimberling City -- just a mere 15 minutes away from downtown Branson. ...
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A Unique Piece of America - If You Can Still Find It

by gamblin_man Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 200, Apr 16 '06
Pros: Inexpensive and different
Cons: Traffic and getting there
What put a little country town in the Ozarks of Missouri on the map? Actually there were two events, separated by many years that occurred, maybe a third for the area around it. What Branson is today is a tourist trap. What it was before the last event ...
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The Baldknobbers - great, clean fun and entertainment!!

by gjacks Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 500, Jun 19 '00
Pros: Great music, great, clean comedy
Cons: NONE!!!
My wife and I went to Branson, Missouri this past weekend for our fifth anniversary. It wasn't a big trip, but it's what we could afford at this point in our lives.

We drove into town Saturday morning and decided to go to a couple of the...
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It's Not Only Country and Western

by TheSmartTraveler Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 500, Apr 23 '06
Pros: Great outdoors, inexpensive shows, friendly people, very little traffic compared to a major city.
Cons: Too many buffets.
We returned from a week in and around the Branson area, April 8 - 15, 2006. We flew in and out of the Springfield/Branson Airport, which is about 45 minutes from Branson. After leaving the airport, a good sidetrip for us was going to the Grandaddy of ...
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The Bradford Inn is A Lovely Place!

by sweetsue_98 Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 100, May 12 '00
Pros: Charming place, includes a real breakfast
Cons: None, unless you want to be on the "strip"
Although in my other review of Branson, you can tell it is not high on my list of travel destinations....I just happen to live in the area! There is one really charming Bed and Breakfast called the Bradford Inn, that I would highly recommend.

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Not Just For Seniors!

by littledebby , Aug 04 '00
Pros: Variety of things to do.
Cons: Traffic
Review Topic:  Sights & Attractions

I have often heard Branson, MO referred to as a place for senior travelers. Yes there are countless busses bringing in many retired people who are coming from miles away to see many older...
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If I tell you how wonderful it is, will you promise not to go?

by highlighter72 , Apr 21 '04
Pros: Beautiful outdoors, awesome shows, great shopping, good food, nice people!
Cons: Trying to decide which (of soooo many) things to do!
If you are prepared for the traffic, it won't bother you. It's actually kind of nice, as a passenger, because it allows you time to see all of the interesting buildings and signs along "the Strip." But there is much more to Branson than the Strip. ...
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Vegas' Good Little Sibling

by tinks29 , Nov 20 '04
Pros: Lots of shows to choose from, Beautiful country in the Ozarks
Cons: Show quality, Christmas starts as early as a stores shopping season
My wife and I took a trip to Branson from Nov 4-7 2004. Overall it was a nice place to visit. A great place to stop if passing through but I don't think we'll make it a destanation again for many years. While we were there we stayed at the ...
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A nice place to visit

by Dunkjam Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 500, Jun 21 '00
Pros: They have flea markets that sold beanie babies!
Cons: Congested traffic and outdated entertainers
Branson is a small town nestled in the Ozark Mountains, with its many theaters and dazzling lights. Branson is a nice place to spend a day or two. When we went there we purchased tickets for the Box Car Willie Show and the Wayne Newton Theater. The Box...
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If you are over 60 and drive 20 mph, then Branson is for you

by sweetsue_98 Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 100, Mar 02 '00
Pros: None to mention
Cons: Everything
I never wanted to visit Branson, but ended up living in the general area, and am amazed with all the wonderful tourist destinations, that 6,000,000 people visit this "tacky" place. Sorry to be so blunt.....

The average age of the...
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I survived the Ejection Seat in Branson!

by MiamiPrncess , Aug 13 '00
Pros: you get the chance to feel like a human blender!!!
Cons: paying $25 to find out how really stupid you can be
What the heck is the Ejection Seat?
I'm sure many of you that have gone to amusement parks have seen this contraption. The Ejection Seat is composed of two tall beams with bungey cords dangling from each, with a round metal frame in the...
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Ostriches, Pigs, Fire, Horses and a "WAR"...Dixie Stampede!

by emiejo , May 07 '00
Pros: Fun for all ages, friendly "cast" and great food.
Cons: A little spendy and really a "special occasion" outing.
"Welcome to the Dixie Stampede!!!!"

From the moment you take your seat in the arena you can feel the excitement.
North against South in a show that includes everything from Ostriches and Pigs to Buckboard races and...
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The Spirit of The Dance-Branson, Missouri

by MiamiPrncess , Aug 08 '00
Pros: quality performance, great pricing
Cons: very small children may not sit still for the whole show
My boyfriend and I just got back from a trip to Branson, Missouri. We are in our late twenties and I wasn't sure that we would find anything entertaining to see during the dark hours of the day. We took a trip down the strip and came across a sign,...
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Your Guide To Branson, Missouri!

by gym-378 Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 500, Jun 12 '00
Pros: LOTS of things to do!
Cons: traffic is sometimes tough during the high season
Living in a small town outside of Branson during the "big boom" as we called it, I was offered the opportunity to check out nearly every show on the strip. My family owned a small resort and all the show owners were quick to offer us free...
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Branson At the Last Minute

by anita65 , Sep 08 '07
Pros: A wide selection of accommodations, dining, attractions, entertainment, and shopping.
Cons: All the theaters, hotels, motels, restaurants, attractions, etc. clustered together.
We decided on a Monday that we wanted to go to Branson on the next Friday to stay 3 nights (Labor Day Weekend)...at a moderately priced hotel in a jacuzzi king room. We did some research on the Internet and selected a few hotels to try to get into. ...
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Popular destination

by i_culookn Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 500, Feb 28 '00
Pros: shopping
Cons: traffic during peak season
Branson, Missouri has a population of roughly 3,500 residents. The town is basically a tourist town or shall I say tourist trap. I personally live 2 hours south of Branson and I am thankful for that. When I was younger we would go on short family...
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Love Branson!

by sunnydayM , Feb 27 '00
Pros: Great entertainment. Great food, Friendly people
Cons: Not much there for young children
I love Branson, Missouri! It is my all time favorite vacation place.

There is always something to do in Branson, whether you are taking in one of the great shows, dining in one of the many restaurants or simply haunting the malls.

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Branson: Ozark Mountain Fun!

by travelmom , May 18 '00
Pros: lots of entertainment, geared to families
Cons: very commercial, can be expensive and crowded
I've lived in Missouri for 32 of my 38 years. So when people that I'd meet in my travels throughout the U.S. would ask me about Branson, it was always a little embarrassing to have to admit that I hadn't been there. I decided to rectify that last year...
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Distilled Americana in Ned Flander's Las Vegas

by oakborn , Jun 28 '02
Pros: Plenty to do, family atmosphere, friendly people
Cons: Pricey, traffic, crowding
How do you describe Branson? I struggle to wrap words around the town. Branson is sort of the worst and best of the Heartland of America... highly distilled and presenting an almost stereotypical face. Being located in "flyover country," most people...
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Branson: Trash & Flash

by solstar , Oct 26 '01
Pros: flashy, lots of choices, shows
Cons: trashy, expensive
Recently our family had to go on a business trip to the land of flash and trash..Branson, MO.
Branson is apparently a choice vacation spot to many, as evidenced by the bumper to bumper traffic throughout the city.

The Good and the...
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LIVE MUSIC in Wendy's!!!

by ar_c , Oct 26 '00
Pros: lots to do and see
Cons: bad traffic
Review Topic:  Overview

That's right - LIVE MUSIC in Wendy's! And also in McDonalds, Hardees, and almost every other place you go.

Branson is very quickly becoming an entertainment capital. There are numerous live...
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Family Fun at Silver Dollar City...Branson, Missouri

by emiejo , May 06 '00
Pros: "Pure" fun. Family Oriented. All age appropriate.
Cons: Lots of hills...may be hard walking for elderly. Food is a "bit high"
We moved to Missouri a year and a half ago and I am pleased to call branson my “playground”.

One of the attractions that we find most pleasing is Silver Dollar City.

The “park” started out as an attraction to Marvel Cave many years...
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Branson is wonderful

by nicegirl31 , Dec 20 '00
Pros: Something for everyone
Cons: Traffic

Ever dream of getting away and enjoying a weekend alone? Well Branson is one great place to have what is known around our house as grownup time. However it is also well suited for children, and elderly.

Branson is packed full of...
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Branson: Once is Enough

by juliewh , Nov 07 '99
Pros: Shows, Shopping, Surrounding Scenery
Cons: Food, Urban blight, Long Lines , Traffic, Attitudes
The Branson area is beautiful in the autumn, featuring great fall colors and dramatic Ozark mountainside vistas. Tabletop Lake is beautiful and we heard the fishing there is first rate.

But Branson, particularly along the route 76 strip,...
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They've Created A Monster

by tanya_hartman , May 20 '00
Pros: Nice scenery; good food
Cons: Noisy, crowded, overpriced, tacky
I live about 150 miles as the crow flies from the tourist magnet called Branson. Often my family has ventured through windy roads to visit it. But up until we arrive on busy 76, with it's shopping malls and tacky gift shops, we are visiting something...
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Branson: Nashville of the west plains?

by BenjiePanda , Mar 13 '00
Pros: Plenty to do,
Cons: To much to do, Hills.
Branson, in general

Located in the Osarks of Missouri Branson has a lot to offer... even if you don't like music. Branson will attract you if you for its out of the way location and what it has to offer. It is mainly a tourist...
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Silver Dollar City Christmas Festival

by Schala , Nov 25 '01
Pros: Beautiful Lights, Unique Food, and Wonderful Shows
Cons: It is COLD! Most of the Rides are Closed
I have been attending the Christmas Festival at Silver Dollar City for about five years or more. This year, however, I was slightly disappointed*. There were not nearly as many lights as usual. While the park was still very beautiful, it was just not the...
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STAMPEDE! in Branson, MO--Updated 6-14-00

by sunnydayM , May 24 '00
Pros: Great food and a rollicking, fun-filled time
Cons: Branson traffic. Be sure you allow plenty of travel time to reach your destination
If your vacation plans include Branson, and if you have never been to the Dixie Stampede, I highly recommend that you visit it while in Branson.

Dixie Stampede is a unique dinner theater. They offer two shows a day. Regardless of which time...
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Minature Nashville

by wenke1 , Jul 05 '01
Pros: Lots of activities,shows and sights to see.
Cons: traffic can be really hair raising.
Last summer my family decided to visit the well-known Branson, MO. While driving there you will notice beautiful bluffs and forest of trees, and nestled deep in the heart of this, is Branson, MO.
When entering Branson we felt like we had entered...
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Fun Family Trip that has so much to offer

by KLP , Apr 20 '00
Pros: Great Family Entertainment
Cons: Lots of Traffic
The summer before I moved out of my parents home we went on one last family trip... Our destination, Branson Missouri. OK, it doesn't seem like a place that a person in her early 20's would enjoy, but I truly did. I don't know if it was the destination...
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The new Nashville

by johndeere931 , Aug 23 '01
Pros: fun, all good shows,friendly people,safe low crime rate
Cons: traffic,not cheap
We just returned from are fourth trip to Branson.My how it has changed since are first visit in 1991.Well there adding roads every time we go the traffic problem is better.How ever the theaters are mostly in the 76 and Shepherd of the Hills routes so as...
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An alien abduction would have been preferable

by pinkpoodlelady , Mar 23 '01
Pros: Getting up close and personal with the smell of horse crap at Dixieland Stampede
Cons: The revelation that I don't enjoy the smell of horse crap
First of all, I chose to go to Branson because I wanted to have a glimpse of cheesiness at its height. And I was not disappointed in the least. This place was so bad, so awful, so NOT Las Vegas, I can only compare it to what it would be like if all the...
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Lake Taneycomo - Ozarks Mountains of Fun

by jramick , Jul 06 '00
Pros: Great views, fishing, nearby Branson
Cons: Water too cold to swim for me!
Lake Taneycomo is a great place to stay if you want to combine fishing with your visits to Branson and Silver Dollar City.

Known for its trout fishing, Lake Taneycomo looks more like a VERY wide river than a lake which flows between two dams....
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Branson on a Budget

by jaykat , Aug 27 '00
Pros: family fun for all ages
Cons: sometimes congested traffic and crowds
Branson is a great family get-away for all ages! From newly-weds to retirees, and anyone in between, there is something for everyone.

You can spend big bucks in this "Entertainment Capital of the World" or you can find some...
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SWINGIN' IN BRANSON

by klenk , Sep 13 '00
Pros: Integrating course design with rugged Ozark Mountain topography, the courses are both scenic and challenging.
Cons: Too many courses to choose from.
The music is not the only thing swinging in Branson, Missouri; in recent years, golf has sliced out a piece of the limelight. Not to be upstaged by the bright lights of area theaters, Branson golf courses have responded with dazzling new and challenging...
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BRANSON AND FAMILIES GO HAND IN HAND

by klenk , Aug 30 '00
Pros: almost 50,000 theater seats—more than on Broadway, three pristine lakes, dozens of attractions, 22,000 lodging rooms 30,000 restaurant seats and more than 200 outlet retailers
Cons: Never enough time to truly experience it all!
No other destination under the sun provides families with as broad an array of activities in an environment that centers around family-style entertainment as does Branson, MO. From the family-oriented shows to the area attractions and lodging...
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A disaster! Branson ruined by overgrown architecture.

by mrdt , May 10 '01
Pros: The scenery was beautiful, entertainment almost everywhere
Cons: The traffic is congested all the time! They need to do something about these roads.
This place was an intense disappointment. I've thought about it as "The Entertainment Capitol", with bands performing in an un-countable number of theatres (and even fast-food restaurants). But when we got off U.S. 65, we started seeing a traffic...
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Las Vegas without the gambling

by RayneStorm , Feb 19 '00
Pros: Much to see and do for the whole family
Cons: A little too touristy, things can become quite expensive
Branson is situated by a lake and is known mostly for it's live shows. It basically appears to be a smaller Las Vegas, with large buildings swathed in neon, the only difference being that here, you can not gamble. Branson city itself has a population...
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Christmas in Branson

by szeq76 , Dec 22 '99
Pros: wonderful shows, excellant food, lots of sightseeing
Cons: Wayne Newton show was a waste of time
Branson is an old family favorite for me. My dad took us for several summer vacations. My husband and I have continued the tradition through the 24 years we have been married. The wonderful thing about Branson is that it is the perfect destination for...
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Your One-Stop Entertainment Outlet

by Schala , May 27 '00
Pros: Great Shopping, Fun for the whole family
Cons: Traffic, Crowds
Branson, MO, is a place with a million things to do. Theme parks, shopping, shows, mini golf, you name it, they got it. The main road (Hwy 76 Country Music Blvd.) is littered with theatres, mini golf courses, shops, go-cart tracks, and restaurants. The...
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Precious Moments, Carthage, MO

by Daphnedoo , Feb 14 '00
Pros: Beautiful grounds and unique paintings
Cons: A little ways off the highway
This is not really about Branson but it was as close as I could get. If you are travelling to Branson, take the time to stop in Carthage, MO. We were on our way to Springfield from Dallas, TX and we just followed the signs from the highway. The signs...
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Branson During The Off Season

by trombone1 , Feb 11 '00
Pros: Good During Off Season, Plenty to DO
Cons: high taxes, not many choices during off season
My husband and I recently traveled to Branson for a business trip. We were there on a Tuesday and stayed until Thursday. Many of the shows and stores were not open. Branson is basically closed during the "off" season. Some of the...
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Fun for Everyone

by woodfish36 , Jan 11 '00
Pros: Something to entertain anyone, any age
Cons: traffic is the only thing
I am from Missouri and have been to Branson three times in a span of about 10 years. Branson is a great place to go on vacation, especially for families because Branson has something to entertain all ages.

When I went as a young child...
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Branson Handsome No More

by dave_fietz , Jan 24 '00
Pros: A Really Big Shew!
Cons: A Really Big Shew!
Having made several trips to Branson over the years, I must bewail the citification and subsequent ruin of a terrific little town. Twenty years ago B.K. (Before Kids), my wife and I made our first visit there. The most expensive show was (no kidding)...
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Great City, Great Fun!

by Arbrias , May 28 '00
Pros: Silver Dollar City, Shopping, and Food
Cons: traffic on highway 76
Branson, MO is a great town for young and old family fun. Branson has lots of mini-golf courses for family fun, as well as full size golf courses for the avid golfers. There are shows of all types: music, comedy, and magic, fun for all ages.
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Branson - the good, the bad and the rest

by burgerlm , Jun 02 '00
Pros: Compared to other places, this place is cheap; LOTS to do
Cons: Not Christian, Republican and White? You may feel a bit uncomfortable
Recently, a friend and I took a weekend trip to Branson. I had not been since I was a kid and he had never been, so we thought, what the heck.

Where to stay (and not to stay)
There is no shortage of hotels, motels, inns, resorts,...
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From an ex-Bransonite!

by singsing_40 , Sep 04 '00
Pros: Something for everybody/fairly inexpensive
Cons: Traffic congestion
Due to a job relocation I had the pleasure of living in Branson for one year. Learning the back streets to get around became a major priority immediately after taking 1 hour and 20 minutes just trying to get across town to get to Church! That was the...
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BRANSON FOR ENTERTAINMENT

by jimdeb , May 18 '00
Pros: Plenty to see and do
Cons: Traffic at night
If you want entertainment and enjoy shopping Branson can't6 be beat. This is a city that has it all. There are music and variety shows that suite all tastes. Branson is a city of 3700 people. The tourist add thousands each week. It is a place for adults...
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The Greatest Place on Earth!

by mosleyfamily , Sep 05 '00
Pros: Something for everyone.
Cons: Sometimes gets overly crowded
I love Branson! My family and I have been traveling to Branson for the past 10 years. We have been in the spring, summer, and at Christmas. In Branson, there are 5 season, spring, summer, winter, fall, and Christmas.
There is something for...
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Something for everyone

by ryangarey , May 23 '00
Pros: something for everyone, not too expensive
Cons: traffic
Are you looking for a place to just get away from it all? Branson is definitly an option. This beautiful country side offers something for all ages ranging from go-cart tracks to arts and crafts. For someone looking for a family vacation, this is a...
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DONT LET FLIGHT HASSLES GROUND VACATION PLANS

by klenk , Sep 06 '00
Pros: Branson is a destination that is an easy drive from half the countrys population and one that allows for a tremendous vacation experience while eliminating stress. The convenient location also meets the need of many time-crunched Americans who require a
Cons: Depends on current price of gasoline.
Recent difficulty in air travel has left travelers frustrated and stressed. In fact, complaints about delayed, cancelled and re-routed flights to the U.S. Department of Transportation have increased 115% since last year. Travelers can take control...
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76 Mountain Country Inn

by ldkpc , Jan 23 '00
Pros: none
Cons: poor housekeeping
Hotel accommodations abound in Branson. You drive down the strip and are inundated with vacancy signs beckoning you to spend the night. One night I happened upon 76 Mountain Country Inn.

PRICE: As with most places in Branson, the pricing on...
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Branson - Something for Everyone

by tim.dugan , Mar 17 '00
Pros: plenty of activities
Cons: traffic on the main drag can be a drag
We live approximately 3.5 to 4 hours from Branson. Most of our trips to Branson have been in the June through September time frame. My wife and I have made a couple of get a way trips to Branson without kids in the October / November time frame.
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The King of Kitsch

by McCarty , May 24 '00
Pros: Family fun, clean entertainment
Cons: Midwest location
Where can you see a top-notch violinist, a one-toothed fiddler, elegant movie star look-alikes, and magicians with lions and tigers (oh, my!) in a one-mile radius? Branson, that's where!This is a city where a family can find something for everyone. If...
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Great family destination

by Gingerbread , Aug 24 '00
Pros: Wide variety
Cons: Crowds
We went to Branson in July of 1999. We took our l7, l5 and ll year old with us. We stayed on Table Rock Lake. We were within a mile or so of Silver Dollar City. We went to Silver Dollar City after three o'clock so we could get in free the next day....
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Something for Everyone

by joyp , Aug 20 '00
Pros: Great scenery, fantastic shows, fun activities
Cons: Slow traffic, time-share salesmen, very hot in the summer
I live an hour and a half from Branson, but hadn't been there since I was a kid...until a couple of years ago. My husband suddenly decided he liked going places, so we started making trips to Branson every month or so. In the spring, the countryside is...
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Branson, something for everyone

by danielle523 , Aug 02 '00
Pros: lots to do,beautiful setting, family and faith oriented
Cons: traffic, touristy look on main road, traffic
When my family and I travel we look for a place to have a change of pace from our normal home life, a place that is comfortable, and clean,where there is good lodging and good food and something for everyone, something that will make each one happy.
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Branson...Variety is thy name!

by birthdays , Sep 04 '00
Pros: Something for Everyone!
Cons: Downtown Crowding
Country music?...Yep! A haven for the over sixty set?...You bet! Mountain folklore?...plenty of it. But Branson, Missouri is much more than it's stereotype suggests.

Our family of five made the eight hour road trip to the "Vegas without...
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BRANSON AREA FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

by klenk , Oct 02 '00
Pros: Enjoyed by all ages.
Cons: Too many displays to choose from.
Review Topic:  Sights & Attractions

Review Topic:  Events & FestivalsMore than 15 miles and millions of lights will sparkle as Branson is illuminated from end to end during the Branson Area Festival of Lights,...
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Fun for the Whole Family

by mediak , Feb 01 '00
Pros: There is something to do for everyone
Cons: can get crowded
The last time I went down there it was the first part of August. It was nice down there. The temperature wasn't too warm, which is unusual. We visited Silver Dollar City and I didn't care much for that. That wasn't interesting to me or to the kids....
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My Favorite Place to Visit

by machelleL , Dec 27 '00
Pros: Never Boring
Cons: Lot's of traffic moving at a slow pace..
I only live 5 hours north of Branson Missouri. I love it there! There is so many attractions, entertainment.. etc.

My favorite Entertainment is the OSMOND FAMILY THEATER. The Osmond brothers are so down to earth! Good, clean wholesome fun! At...
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laugh your rear off.........

by playtoy34 , Dec 14 '00
Pros: a lot of things to see and do
Cons: branson traffic is very jam packed
I just came back from Branson and spent two week ends there....IT IS WONDERFUL THERE....especially at Christmas time...The lights were everywhere and on almost everything from boats to a helicopter, the atmosphere is like a mini Vegas vacation with all...
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Branson: A place for the old and pure of heart

by shareesulli , Oct 06 '07
Pros: Lots of things to do, not full of bars and strip clubs.
Cons: Senior citizen central, twangy country music
I spent much of my life living only 70 miles from this tourist site. My family would always find excuses to go to Branson, sometimes as often as once a month, and always a few times during the summer. It was nice living so close to a widely known ...
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Our Second Trip to Branson

by portitaly , Sep 11 '06
Pros: Spirit of the Dance, Grand Plaza, Yakov Smirnoff, Kirby VanBurch, Titanic, Landry's
Cons: Hwy 76 traffic and stop signs
We just arrived home from Branson, Missouri. It was our second trip to this lovely town and we just wanted to share a few words on visiting there. First we stayed at the Grand Plaza Hotel. The Hotel is newly remodeled and is very clean and the staff ...
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Branson coming from a 30 yr. old's opinion...

by traywilson , Aug 17 '05
Pros: Silver Dollar City, inexpensive hotels, lots of attractions for all ages
Cons: traffic, long waits at some restaurants
I have read most of the reviews and agree with most...Branson is a common sense town. It was not 'designed' but evolved into the monster it is. My wife and family have been about 10 times starting in 1985. For starters - stay away from Branson during ...
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About 15 miles from Branson - Lambert's Cafe

by shiraus , Mar 14 '02
Pros: You get lots of good food, rolls are awesome, big drinks
Cons: Busy
When going to Branson, one must think of a great place to eat, too. Here's an awesome idea: drive about 15 miles north on Hwy 65 until you come to the intersection of J and CC. Take a right turn, and go eat at Lambert's Cafe.

The place is...
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for the serious sportsman on a big budget,big cedar lodge

by mjpolley , Apr 08 '00
Pros: outdoor activities, fishing
Cons: expensive
big cedar lodge is a luxury lodge and conference center located a few minutes south of downtown branson. a registration building/gift shop is surrounded by two restaurants, tennis courts and walking trails. the big draw is the luxurious rooms and the...
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Branson: Not just for old folks

by hamricba , Nov 05 '01
Pros: beautiful scenery, high-quality entertainment, a ton of things to do
Cons: tour bus is the official vehicle of Branson
Ah, Branson, Missouri. How long has it been described as the ultimate getaway place for senior citizens. While that may be true, you don't have to have gray hair (or no hair) to have a great time within the borders of this small town nestled in the...
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Where To Stay

by 7749 , May 26 '00
Pros: Everything
Cons: Only a Continental Breakfast
Are you a little short on cash but want to spend a romantic weekend away with/without the kids or on your honeymoon? You should try out the Southern Oaks Inn in Branson, Missouri. We went there for our honeymoon because we were still in college, had...
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The Shows Aren't the Only thing you can Enjoy in Branson

by brandonh , Apr 21 '01
Pros: Wonderful scenery, great hiking trails
Cons: commercialism, you can easily get lost
We decided to go to Branson, Missouri for Spring Break. Even though there aren't much shows to enjoy at this time of the year, we mostly spent our visit there enjoying the scenery. Being in Kansas, I don't get to enjoy nice scenery since its so flat...
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Must See For Yourself!

by StacyBK1 , Apr 28 '00
Pros: Beautiful Year Round
Cons: Very hill and winding roads
I love Branson MO! We go there once a year for the Forth of July festivities! We always have a wonderful time, and hate to have to come home! My parents visit four times a year!

Branson is close to Table Rock Lake, which is a very beautiful...
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Branson

by Alena Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 1000, Mar 16 '00
Pros: Scenery and activities
Cons: road conditions,traffic
I have been to branson several times a year, for the last four or five years and I continue to enjoy it. I buy a season pass to silver dollar city which is a highlight of Branson. I always enjoy the crafts and the shows that I can see at Silver Dollar...
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The 2nd Music Capital in the Country!

by kyleemarie , Oct 20 '99
Pros: never boring
Cons: traffic
You'll adore Branson if you're the kind of person who loves the outdoors, good food, friendly people, and beautiful scenery. You'l hate it if you can't stand traffic or standing in line! Every vacation has it's trade-offs and Branson certainly does....
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Branson with the FAMILY or Friends

by jmolberg , Jan 15 '00
Pros: Entertaining
Cons: Can see a lot in one trip
I went to Branson three years ago and was not really that excited about it since I was only 16. However, I had a great time and loved every minute of it. I was sad to leave when we had to go back home. I went on this trip with my aunt and we watched...
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We're going back!!

by makjim , Sep 24 '00
Pros: professional, attention grabber!
Cons: traffic!! =o)
Review Topic:  Sights & Attractions

We took a family vacation this summer to Branson. We had a WONDERFUL time! Before we left, I searched the internet to find what shows would be best for our kids to attend. At that time,...
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The Shoji Show

by ldkpc , Sep 27 '99
Pros: High energy show
Cons: Hard to get tickets
I've been to this show 3 times over the past 10 years and have never been disappointed. I know Shoji gets lots of press -- and he earns it. If you miss Shoji you will miss the best show in town.

The Acts: The show is not just made up of...
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Branson!

by swapmommy , Apr 07 '00
Pros: Great entertainment, fun for the whole family!
Cons: traffic
Like country music, amusement parks, dinner theatres,fantastic lakes and recreation, and great food? Then Branson may be a must see for you! There is so much to offer!
The Branson area always has the best in fishing and water recreation . There are...
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Branson: A Midwest Must

by min123165 , Jul 20 '00
Pros: Great for the family, tons to do.
Cons: Getting there!
We traveled to Branson in early June. This is a really good time to go, there is a lot less congestion, as it is not their "peak" season. This is one of the best places to take a family. There is a large water park, tons of mini-golf, bumper...
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Branson: Adventure and Disappointment

by spencerd , Jul 30 '00
Pros: Very scenic ride and plenty of activities
Cons: Needs to keep the show schedules updated
My first visit to Branson was both adventurous and disappointing. There is a large selection of shows to see. Some are great some are not as good. I did some research on the internet before we left for Branson and found a site that allows you to...
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Great city but bring lots of money

by luvmymlrse , Jul 05 '00
Pros: helicopter rides, many great sites to see
Cons: expensive
I have been to Branson, Mo one time back in 1997. We went there on the way home from Kansas. I would have liked to see more of what the city had to offer, but we were on a time restriction and only got to do certain things. We did, however, manage to...
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The best little city in the midwest!

by momof4boys07 , Jan 20 '08
Pros: Something for everyone, many attractions, good prices!
Cons: Can get expensive depending on what you want to do.
What can I say. We love going to Branson! No matter what your age, there is something there for everyone! There are nightly shows of all kinds for anyone from a child to an adult! My husband and I saw Jim Stafford and I can't say I have laughed that ...
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The Waltzing Waters Show

by ldkpc , Jan 23 '00
Pros: Interesting concept
Cons: Cold, musty, damp theater
This show is made up of water fountains shooting an array of patterns coreographed to music and light. It's an interesting concept and looks like something you would expect in the 50s. And the show was interesting for about 15 minutes. After that...
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Christmas Time

by mediak , Nov 29 '00
Pros: beautiful
Cons: crowded at times and shows are expensive
I decided to try Branson at Christmas time. I have heard all the people say how fun it is down there this time of year.

I really enjoyed it. There are 3 outlet malls for Christmas shopping.

Shows to attend. I recommend getting...
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Branson is a trip for everyone.

by afjrotc_boy , Jun 15 '01
Pros: Affordable trip, lots of things to do.
Cons: Old folks vacation spot, traffic.
Branson, Missouri has alot of pros and cons that go with it. I lived there for two years, so I have a strong opinion about every aspect of the city and its mega tourist industry.

SHOWS:
In Branson there are so many shows to see...
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"THE" Family/Veterans Destination

by EVOQ , Nov 17 '00
Pros: Family fun, variety of entertainment
Cons: traffic on the main drag
Review Topic:  Sights & Attractions

If Texas is friendly, Branson is a blood relative.

Branson has mild weather & an easy attitude.

It has more theatre seats than Las Vegas & wholesome...
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You'd better "Ride the Ducks!"

by theburgerman , Jul 29 '01
Pros: "Ride The Ducks" & Silver Dollar City are excellent, other good attractions.
Cons: TRAFFIC!
"Ride the Ducks" is the best tour in Branson! You board an actual World War II vehicle (extended for more capacity), or Duck (code named by General Motors "DUKW"), with capabilities of driving on land or water, for it's characteristics, get a "Wacky...
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Welcome to the City of Everything!

by meg_rose , Apr 12 '00
Pros: Great Entertainment
Cons: Lots of Traffic
No matter what kind of a vacation you are looking for, this is the place to go! This place has all kinds of recreation. Anything from camping to theme parks to great theater shows. This is all really great and none of it costs to much. It's the perfect...
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Branson, Old Country Music.

by cmrush , Sep 25 '00
Pros: walking distance to attractions
Cons: geared for older audiences
Review Topic:  Overview

I would not recommend this trip for the younger crowd. Branson is filled with the the older country musicians. If you are into the new sound of country music, like the Dixie Chicks, Tim McGraw, Books...
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Hot Winter Fun

by klenk , Nov 20 '00
Pros: Plenty to do
Cons: Check for weather conditions first.
Review Topic:  Overview

Cure your cabin fever and escape the winter blues with a visit to Branson during Hot Winter Fun! Heat up to sizzling performances from some of Branson's outstanding shows during January, February and...
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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do at Branson Star Theatre
by henryfarkas ,Nov 22 '08
Pros: Funny, good music, good dancing, great csst.
Cons: It's in Branson, Missouri which is pretty far from almost anywhere else.
My wife and I went to see the show, "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do" at the Branson Star Theatre. It's a musical comedy featuring the songs of Neil Sedaka. 
     It's an amusing situation. A bride gets deserted at the alter, and her best female friend convinces her that she and the bride should go on the honeymoon anyway. This isn't a spoiler. You find this out in the first five minutes. Anyway, they go to a hotel in the Catskills for the Labor Day weekend, and amusing things happen. 
     There are plenty of laughs, the songs are great, and the cast is quite talented at comedy, singing, and dancing. My wife and I enjoyed the show a lot. We recommend it. And it cost about half what a similar musical comedy ticket would cost in any big city.
     Branson is pretty far from almost anywhere, but it's worth the trip. There are 100 theaters in town, and lots of entertainment. It's like Las Vegas without the gambling, and the entertainment, unlike Las Vegas, is fit for family viewing.
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Review of Pierce Arrow
by ifreelance ,Sep 13 '07
Pros: Slick production. Great comedy.
Cons: Too slick, too much hype, too many props and singers are not 'united'.
Pierce Arrow has a nice theater[bathroom capacity has problems], great lighting, slick props, too stuffy and hot though... I would have liked to have seen a less Vegas type show and more talent. The singers seemed to doing their own thing and not as a group...resulting in a fragmented performance. Kim Boyce seems to be still trying to win the beauty title....sheesh! Branson is known for its raw and real talent. I still enjoy the shows where the lesser known folks give some real 'from the heart' performances. Or, the 'old timers' whose timing and voice are there face to face with you. Mickey Gilley [which is a whole 'nother' review] -is one example. Branson does deliver the good though= one fun place to visit and the shows as a rule, are GREAT. I won't return to Pierce Arrow, but I will continue to hit the Branson circuit bi-weekly and drop a few hundred. ;)
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Friday Night Live Cabaret even BETTER in its second year!
by bearmcdowell ,Jun 21 '06
Pros: Eclectic, energetic and inexpensive. New show every week. Branson's best entertainment value!
Cons: Only once a week.
Looking for something truly different and unique in Branson?  The Branson Underground's Friday Night Live Cabaret, now in its second year, is a fun, hip weekly revue performed by many of Branson's best but unsung entertainers.  No headliners here, just the incredibly talented entertainers who often go unnoticed because the theatre isn't named after them.  Each week is a different show, and you'll get a little bit of everything, from Broadway to country, from comedy and magic, to opera and Shakespeare.  Kudos to the House of Rock for having the brains, the heart and the courage to bring a show like the Friday Night Live cabaret to Branson!  The Branson Underground Friday Night Live Cabaret plays every Friday night at 11:15pm, at the House of Rock, 310 North Gretna Road (behind the new Titanic exhibit).  Tickets are $5 for entertainers, $10 for locals and $15 general admission.
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Baby Boomers - Teens - Children Fun Fun Fun
by twpiano ,Jan 11 '06
Pros: Best live music entertainment in the United Sates.
Cons: Over 7 million visitors a year come to Branson.
Branson Missouri the Live Music Capital of the World. It has Rock, Country, Swing, if you love live music shows you will love Branson. New downtown complex, convention center and more - The Boardwalk. If you love the older rock you'll love #1 Hits of the 60's. Music from 1960 to 1969 all live, remember all the crazy dances of the 60's, the Jerk, the Swim, the Monkee, the Twist. This show will take you back to the Drive-In Movie with cars that actually drive on stage. Two hours of a full production show, 8 singer/dancers and a six piece band, ALL LIVE.
Branson is fun for everyone. Spring, Summer, Fall, there's always something to do in Branson.
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French Quarter, Branson WATCH OUT FOR CAR DAMAGE!!
by travelvet ,Aug 31 '05
Pros: Staff makes lots of promises, sounds nice, some activities, sales office gives lots of tours
Cons: Crowded parking, lacks security, RUDE staff, units smell, WILL NEVER RETURN damaged car $1000, STRESSFUL!
French Quarter DOES NOT care about the SECURITY of their guests. On 8/27, our 2005 Honda Accord was damaged ($1000 ) in this resorts parking lot while parked. Reports were filed and we were told not to worry. The next day, the management and their insurance REFUSED to accept liability. The French Quarter DID NOT take care of us. If a crime or activity to a vehicle occurs on site; the resort takes NO LIABILITY. We filed complaints to RCI against French Quarter for failing to take care of their guests as a "GOLD CROWN RESORT" should have done. WE WILL NEVER RETURN. WE think that anyone considering travel or a future purchase at this resort should seriously reconsider WHETHER the risk of damage to their vehicles is WORTH the price of vacationing in Branson!
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