Twelve Irish Tenors - Spirit of the Dance

The Twelve Irish Tenors have been selling out concert halls, and theaters from all over the world, in record breaking fashion. The Twelve Irish Tenors have decided to make Branson their new home, and have quickly become a huge hit, as they sing some of the greatest songs of the 20th century.

The Twelve Irish Tenors have a wide range of talents and with perfect harmony they sing opera, Irish folk songs, pop, traditional Irish melodies, and classic rock classics. This is a show that has been mesmerizing audience's of all ages. They even pay special tributes to Barry Manilow, and The Beatles. Order Tickets to The Twelve Irish Tenors

There is a reason why the Twelve Irish Tenors have been selling out shows, and are the talk of the town in Branson. You will fully understand (more than an article can describe), what the buzz is all about the minute that the curtains raise and these fabulous artists take the stage. Some of the songs performed during this show include:

• Danny Boy
• Thats Life
• Hey Jude
• You Raise Me Up
• Twist and Shout
• Yesterday
• Cockles and Mussels
• Nessun Dorma
• Music of the Night
• When Irish Eyes are Smiling
• One Voice
• Many More Classic Hits
• Mack The Knife
  

This is a group of amazing musicians that stand on their own God given talents. They have no need to rely on "gimmicky", and distracting special effects on stage. You will walk away with the feeling that you may have seen the best show in Branson, and you will find it hard to believe that another show could possibly surpass this special performance. Order Branson Show Tickets

This is a show that is appropriate for families of all ages, and the theater is handicapped accessible. "Flash" photography and audio recording is not permitted during the show (However the pictures I took on my cell phone came out just fine!). All of the Irish Tenors come out into the lobby after the show and are very accommodating for anyone that would like to have their picture taken with them.

Cheap and Free Things To Do In Branson

Vacations are meant to free the mind, entertain your soul, and give yourself a break from some of the trials and tribulations of everyday life. However, just like virtually all vacations, your trip can also be straining on your pocketbook as well. This doesn't necessarily have to be the case! It's possible to enjoy an entire day in Branson spending very little of your hard earned cash!

Here are some tips of the cheap (or FREE) things to do in Branson, Missouri:

• Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery : Fishing on Lake Taneycomo is a trout fishermans dream. Part of the reason why the trout fishing is so wonderful on Taneycomo can largely be attributed to the fish hatchery, located under the Table Rock Damn on highway 165. Over 100 million trout are raised and released annually into Lake Taneycomo. Bring your family out to enjoy the fish aquariums, learn about why Lake Taneycomo is a cold water lake, and take an enjoyable walk through the fish hatchery. Cheap entertainment for the whole family!
• Free Branson Show Tickets : If you have a couple of hours to spend at one of the many timeshare resorts, you will be rewarded with free show tickets, and sometimes even cold hard cash! You listen to a presentation and then take a tour throughout one of the resorts. After the presentation you are sent to their "gifting house" and rewarded for your time! Often times you are rewarded with about $100.00 worth of show tickets, restaurant vouchers, and sometimes even cash. Not a bad hourly wage just to stroll through one of the beautiful resorts that Branson has to offer! Its not just free, it pays! View Branson Show Tickets, Restaurants, Hotel Reservations, and Vacation Packages
• Branson's Moonshine Beach : Moonshine Beach is the probably the best beach that Table Rock Lake in Branson has to offer. Shaded picnic areas, hiking trails, and a large sandy beach make Moonshine Beach one of the cheapest water attractions in Branson. It only costs a few dollars to park for an entire afternoon of fun on the water.
• Table Rock Damn : Crowds gather all throughout the year to take pictures and admire with amazement at the damn that holds back all of the water of the Old White River. With any luck, you may come at the right time while they open up the flood gates at the damn and send waterfalls of excess water into Taneycomo. Another free scenic attraction that Branson has to offer.
• Lake Taneycome Waterfront on the Landing : The Branson Landing is new to Branson, and has instantly become one of Branson's most popular entertainment attractions. Bring a loved one and take a romantic stroll down the waterfront on Taneycomo. Enjoy fountain shows, free musical entertainment, and spend a few hours browsing through all the shops that makes the Landing one of Branson's top shopping destinations. Its free if you just browse throught the shops. However, after seeing all of the high quality stores, its easier said than done. Belk, Hollister, Bass Pro Shops, Victoria Secret, and over 100 more of the most popular stores in the country can be found here on the Landing. I highly recommend coming out and spending an afternoon.
• Stone Hill Winery : As you can already see, there are plenty of free and cheap things to do in Branson, Missouri. The Stone Hill Winery is no exception. Come on out and enjoy a free tour throughout on of the most popular winery's in Missouri. Sample fine wines (grapejuice for the kids), and learn all about the winemaking process during this free tour.
• Free Sunday Gospel Shows : Come on out and enjoy some gospel music with some of the most popular entertainers in Branson. Don't be surprised to see other entertainers you may recognize scattered throughout the audience singing along to great gospel music right along beside you.
• Scenic Lookouts - Several tremendous scenic lookouts are scattered all throughout Branson. One of the most popular scenic lookouts in Branson is located on highway 165 near Table Rock Damn. If your out and about in Branson looking for free things to do, then pull on over if you pass this beautiful scenic lookout. You will be glad that you did.
• Ralph Foster Museum at the College of the Ozarks : Another cheap attraction for the family is the Ralph Foster Museum. Remember that old Beverly Hillbillies car? The original car is on display, along with an awesome collection of Ozarks history. You may walk away quite surprised at how many ways the Ozarks has contributed to American history.
• Hiking and Biking trails : There are many biking trails scattered all throughout the Branson area. If your looking for some free entertainment, you enjoy nature, and would like to walk off a few calories that you undoubtedly packed on at one of Branson's fine restaurants, then taking a relaxing walk on a hiking trail could be for you!

So you can see, you can spend an entire afternoon in one of America's top tourist destinations without spending too much money. So if your coming to Branson, and are looking for some cheap and free things to do, I hope you keep some of these attractions in mind.

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American Idols Coming To Branson

American Idol has become a world wide phenomenon that has captured the hearts of millions of mesmerized viewers from all over the globe. Dedicated fans of all ages religiously tune in each week to root for their favorite American Idol. Purchase Discounted Branson Show Tickets

Music is the universal language, and American Idol has had the power to bring families together, and become a weekly "water cooler" debate at work. It is not unheard of in todays busy world, for a family to actually sit down together and enjoy the show each week.

Some of the most beloved top 12 American Idol finalists over the first six seasons are coming to perform in Branson, Missouri at the Grand Palace theater. Six finalists will perform for 2 to 4 week runs with different performers rotating throughout the season. The first set of American Idol finalists performing are RJ Helton (season 1), Carmen Rasmusen (season 2), Scott Savol and Vonzell Solomon from Season 4, closing out with Haley Scarnato and Brandon Rogers from season 6. Order Your American Idol Finalist Tickets in Branson, Missouri At The Grand Palace Theater

Here is a little recap of the first set of American Idol finalists performing in Branson:

• RJ Helton : 5th place finalist in season one. He signed with GospoCentric Records and released his debut album Real Life on March 23, 2004, and went on to make it into the top 20 on the Billboard christian charts. RJ Helton now resides in Belmont, California. currently performs with the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church adult and children's choirs.
• Carmen Rasmusen : 6th place finalist in season two in 2003. Rasmusen released an EP called Carmen, featuring her first single called "Photograph". Carmen then went on to sign with the "Lofton Creek Records". Her debut single and album was released in August of 2007.
• Vonzell Solomon : Also known as "Baby V", Vonzell finished in third place during the fourth season of American Idol. Vonzell placed third behind Bo Bice, and the winner Carrie Underwood. Made an appearance in the film "Still Green".
• Scott Savol : 5th place finalist on the fourth season of American Idol. Scott now resides in Nashville, Tennessee where he records music.
  
• Brandon Rogers : 12th place finalist on season six of American Idol. Has performed as a professional back up vocalist. Brandon can often be seen on "Idol Tonight" on the tv guide channel.
• Haley Scarnato : 8th place finalist on season six. Haley sang the national anthem during game three of the NBA playoff game between the San Antonio Spurs, and the Phoenix Suns. Haley has released a single in 2008, called "Girls Night Out", and appeared at #89 on the US Billboard Pop 100.
  

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Branson Landing Yacht Cruises

New to the Branson Landing are two beautiful yacht cruises. Come on out and enjoy a 1.5 hour dinner cruise on lake Taneycomo. Majestic views, cash bars, a fabulous dinner, and three open air decks provide you with the relaxation you may have been yearning for.

The Landing Princess

The Landing Princess cruise is a beautiful yacht that takes you on a scenic journey up the Taneycomo through the historic Taneycomo bridge and beneath majestic Mt. Branson.

Be sure to bring your camera to capture the abundant wildlife, and all of the breathtaking shoreline scenery. Upon returning to the Branson Landing, the Landing Princess arrives in time to see the 7.5 million dollar water show. Water rhythmically dances to the music, while fireballs shoot into the sky. It truly is a treat to see this spectacle from the boat.

Throughout the cruise on the Landing Princess there will be a guide letting you know of all the attractions you pass, and they offer you a lot of interesting, historical information of the area. Order tickets to the Landing Princess as well as all other Branson tickets, and lodging accomodations

The Lake Queen Paddle Wheel Cruise

The Lake Queen cruise is a paddle / wheel boat that is 100 feet in length. The lower deck is climate controlled, while the spectacular outdoor upper deck offers panoramic views of the beauty that is all around you.

The cruise guide leads you on a journey, offering interesting information about the history of Branson. Learn how Branson got its name, and why Lake Taneycomo stays 43-45 degrees year round in Branson. The outdoor temperature is easily 10-15 degrees cooler while on the boat, so even on the hottest days of the year, the temperature on the Lake Queen is quite tolerable.

While you are enjoying the cruise, you can feast on pizza and soda (that comes with your price of admission), or maybe even have a few cocktails at the full cash bar. Order Tickets to the Lake Queen Taneycomo Cruise in Branson

Stone Hill Winery - Branson's Free Attraction

Come on out and enjoy a free tour of the Stone Hill Winery in Branson. Stone Hill Winery has won numerous awards and is thought to be the finest in Missouri. I originally went to the Stone Hill Winery without a lot of expectations, thinking how enjoyable could walking through A winery be? I ended up strolling away from the winery pleasantly surprised with a bottle of their wine in hand. So, maybe the tour didn't end up being exactly free for me, but purchasing any of their wines is entirely up to you. Order Free Stone Hill Winery Tickets In Branson

The free tour at Stone Hill Winery is quite educational, interesting, and the friendly tour guides really make the experience quite enjoyable. The entertaining tour guides take you on a journey through the step by step wine making process.

At the end of the tour of the 12,000 square foot winery, you are taken to six "tasting rooms", where you get to sample various wines for free. Children are allowed to sample alcohol free juices so they feel as if they are participating in the fun.

So if you would like a "change of pace" while you are enjoying your Branson Vacation, then consider coming out and touring Stone Hill Winery (for FREE!). I feel very confident that you will leave the winery very pleased and satisfied that you did. Entertaining, educational, fun, and fine wines! All for free. What do you have to lose?

The Stone Hill Winery is located on the corner of 165 and green mountain drive. Just two blocks away from the main 76 highway in Branson. View detailed directions and order FREE Stone Hill Winery Tickets

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Family Fun Factory - Kids Attractions

Looking for fun activities for your kids while vacationing in Branson? Family Fun Factory is a family run business located on highway 165 that provides an unique, entertaining gaming experience enjoyable for families of all ages.

Family Fun Factory is a tremendous, and AFFORDABLE place to bring large groups of people for a few hours of excitement. They offer a 3,000 square foot laser tag arena to showcase your "marksmen" skills, burn off some energy, and just have a marvelous time. Their are several different game modes to choose from(capture the flag, tag, and anarchy).

If laser tag isn't for you, then come on out and compete in their glow in the dark, black light miniature golf course. There are a lot of putt putt courses in Branson to choose from, but none of the others compare to what this course has to offer! Family Fun Factory provides four different game themes. Come out and play glow in the dark golf in the "Emerald Forest", "Dragon's Nursery", "Volcano Treasure Chest Room", and "Under The Sea Adventure." Order Tickets To The Branson Fun Factory - Discount Tickets To All Branson Shows, Lodging, and Attractions

You can spend an afternoon of fun for the low cost of 10.00 per ticket. Yes, that is a combo pass that covers both the laser tag, and the black light mini golf! This is probably the most affordable place in Branson to bring your kids for an afternoon of delight. Their hours are 10:00Am - 10:00 Pm Sunday through Thursday. 10:00 Am - Midnight on Friday and Saturday. They are open seven days of week all throughout the season. Times are subject to change during the offseason. Order Tickets To The Family Fun Factory

Silver Dollar City Vacation Packages

Branson vacation packages are the best way to group together shows, attractions, and lodging reservations at discounted prices to save you some of your hard earned money and offset the rising price in gasoline. So, if you are planning a vacation to Branson, I strongly recommend you peruse through these vacation packages to Silver Dollar City. (Vacation packages are also available for all of Branson shows, attractions, amusement parks, and hotels. I am just showcasing some of the best Silver Dollar City packages available in this article.) View all of the vacation packages that Silver Dollar City has to offer!

Silver Dollar City is quite possibly Branson's most popular attraction and a top destination for many Branson visitors eager for an outdoor adventure. Silver Dollar City features world famous festivals, old-fashion craftsmen, thrill rides for all ages, music shows, dancing, music, and much more. The aroma of fabulous cuisine is in the air, hypnotically leading you through the winding roads of this wonderful 1880's style theme park.

Silver Dollar City has teamed up with some of Branson's premiere shows, and attractions to put together vacation packages to help you save some money, attract more visitors, and help make your travel planning as stress free as a cool breeze. Some of Silver Dollar City's vacation packages available are:

Silver Dollar City and Branson Belle Vacation Package: The Showboat Branson Belle is a cruise that takes you on Table Rock Lake for breathtaking views, a mouth watering dinner, and an entertaining "broadway" style show. Laughs, magic, music, views, and food. The Branson Belle is one of Branson's most popular attractions. Silver Dollar City teaming up with The Branson Belle Showboat Cruise bring you a wonderful combo vacation package for cash savings, lodging, and top notch entertainment. This package includes:

• Showboat Branson Belle Tickets (Dinner included!)
• Silver Dollar City Tickets
• Two or more nights lodging at the hotel of your choice
• Price starts at $150 dollars per person. Significant savings!
  

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Silver Dollar City and Dixie Stampede Vacation Package: The Dixie Stampede is an outrageously popular dinner and entertainment show that annually gets rave reviews. This package includes:

• Dixie Stampede Tickets (Dinner included!)
• Silver Dollar City Tickets
• Two or more nights lodging

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Silver Dollar City Family Package: This is a vacation package that Silver Dollar City has put together that feature tickets based on two adults and two children (you can put a package together for any size family)for an entire day of fun and two night lodging at a hotel of your choice. Many of the hotels are pet friendly!
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Silver Dollar City Family Vacation Packages - The amenities this package includes are:

• Enjoy three or more nights of lodging at a hotel of your choice.
  
• Tickets to ride the infamous "Ducks". This is a tour that takes you through Branson showing you the sites, the scenery, and the "amphibious" cruiser drives right into Table Rock Lake and Lake Taneycomo. Very informative and entertaining.
• Track Family Fun Tracks. The Track is a go-kart entertainment center that is great fun for the whole family. Go Karts tracks are available for the young children, teens, and adults. Many of the tracks include arcade games, giant swings, and putt putt courses.
  

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These are just a few of the vacation packages that Silver Dollar City has put together for you. There are countless other packages to choose from. Vacation packages for all of the other Branson shows and attractions are available for purchase as well. Save time and money putting together a package that is perfect for you and your family! View all of the Branson Vacation Packages that are available!

Branson RV Parks and Campgrounds

Branson Shenanigans RV Park - Shenanigans is a campground site that prides itself on hospitality, cleanliness, and a superb campsite location within walking distance of many Branson shows, shopping malls, and restaurants. Some of their amenities include:

• Full RV Hook Ups
• Tree Shaded Sites
• 30 and 50 Amp Hook Service
• Pull Through Spaces
• Handicap Accessible
• Laundry Room
• Cable TV
• Free Wifi
  

Branson KOA Campgrounds - Branson KOA campground / RV park has moved closer to branson and is now located within minutes of all the exciting Branson attractions and entertainment. Over 150 50 amp hook up spaces to easily park your RV. However if you don't have an RV cottages, cabins, lodges, and even a tent village.

One attractive amenity I want to mention is that they have an air conditioned shuttle to take you to all the shows in Branson. Why fight the traffic, struggling with map directions, and distractions of all the traffic congestion. The drivers know all of the back roads to make your trip quick, easy, and allows you time to view all of what Branson has to offer. Your campground "chauffeur" so to speak.

Breakfast is served each morning and they even cater to large groups. A 7,000 square foot convention center is on site and perfect for family reunions.

Table Rock Lake State Park Campgrounds, Marina, and RV Park - For those that want to enjoy the outdoors as well as being close to gorgeous Table Rock Lake! Table Rock Lake campground is located on 5272 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616.

Some of the activities that Table Rock State Park campground offers are:

• Boating and Canoeing
• Camping
• Fishing
• Swimming
• A marina to dock your boats on Table Rock Lake
• Hiking
• Bicycle Trails
  

Boat rentals, pontoon boats, and wave runners are available for all to enjoy! For those that are truly the adventurous types, give parasailing a try. Or how about a cruise on a 48 foot catamaran.

Some of Table Rock State Park campground amenities include:

• Laundry Rooms
• Basic and Electric Campsites
• Modern Showers
• Clean and Modern Restrooms
• A Scuba Dive Shop
• Numerous Picnic Sites

Camping in Branson really completes a vacation in Branson. Within minutes of all of the wonderful music shows, shopping malls, amusement parks, putt putt courses, golf courses, and Table Rock Lake. Sitting under the stars and reminiscing over your action packed day in Branson with your family will create memories that will last a lifetime.

Coopers Creek Fishing Resort and RV Park

Lake Taneycomo stays cold year round in Branson, Missouri by drawing its water from the bottom of Table Rock Lake. So, if you love to trout fish, and love the beauty of the Ozarks, then the Cooper Creek Fishing Resort is one of the premiere resorts along the shore of Lake Taneycomo.

Coopers Creek Branson Resort and RV Park consists of 14 beautiful beautiful acres along the shore of Lake Taneycomo. Full of wildlife, campsites, and cabins. some of the features of Cooper Creek Resort in Branson include:

• 22 Non smoking cabins (1-3 Bedrooms). Fully equipped Kitchens
  
• 2 Outdoor swimming pools whenever you are taking a break from your fishing trips on Lake Taneycomo.
• 59 Cable channels to entertain you after a long day of play!
• 75 Full Hook up sites.
• A one mile golf course to keep your game up to par!
  

You don't have to be a fisherman to enjoy Coopers Creek Resort in Branson. Coopers Creek Fishing Resort is within minutes of all the Branson theaters, shopping malls, and amusement parks. Coopers Creek is off the busy path of Branson traffic, but close enough for when you want to venture into town for a night of entertainment! Make Reservations at Cooper Creek Resort as well as order branson show tickets at discounted prices!

Coopers Creek Fishing Resort and Rv Park is located on 471 Coopers Creek Road, Branson, Missouri 65616