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Known for its many theaters and more than 100 different live shows, Branson is also a destination famed for its widespread and myriad outdoor activities.

Branson sits nestled in the heart of Missouri’s beautiful Ozark Mountains, a popular destination for hiking, biking and camping. Three spectacular lakes make it a prized area for water recreation as well, including swimming, boating and some of the world’s best trout fishing.

For those looking for a full day’s adventure, there’s Silver Dollar City theme park, featuring 30 exciting rides and attractions ranging from roller coasters and water rides to a Crafts & Culinary school, plus more than 40 shows. Silver Dollar City also features a variety of festivals each year including World-Fest, KidsFest, Southern Gospel Picnic and a National Harvest Festival.

Geyser Gulch also offers Silver Dollar City visitors an expansive water-themed play area.

Other outdoor adventures include the Branson Zipline and Canopy Tours. With several options to choose from, visitors can fly through an amazing forest canopy while certified guides provide interesting stories and the history and ecology of the area.

The Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama is based on the novel by Harold Bell Wright. One of the most widely read novels of all time, this large scale production of the book is a timeless tale that brings the area to life through a cast of 80 actors and 40 horses. Visitors are sure to enjoy not only the play, but also the beautiful outdoor setting.  

Inspiration Tower is a 230-foot-high observation point that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Ozark Mountains. Located on the Shepherd of the Hills Homestead, Inspiration Tower was built in 1989 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of author Harold Bell Wright’s visit to the Ozarks. Enjoy spectacular views from the enclosed observation deck or take a fresh breath of air on the outdoor observation area.  You can see more than 90 miles on a clear day!

The Historic Homestead Tour offers an hour-long tram ride with stops at Inspiration Point, Old Matt’s Cabin, Little Pete’s Cave, and Wright Church.  The cabin is featured in the novel, Shepherd of the Hills. Inside you’ll find many historical items and antiques, furniture, clothing, cooking utensils and tools.

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Spring has arrived in Branson and that means the self proclaimed “live entertainment capital of the world” is once again one of the nation’s premiere destinations for live shows.

A vast number of live shows in Branson have already opened their 2011 season. In addition, the area’s most popular attraction - Silver Dollar City theme park - also re-opened for the season on March 17.

The long list of shows already open for 2011 in Branson include: # 1 Hits of the 60′s, Absolutely Patsy, A Country Legacy - Fountains of Country, Acrobats of China, Amazing Pets, Baldknobbers Jamboree Show, Bucket ‘n’ Boards, Cassandre’ The Voice of an Angel, Circle B Supper Club, Clay Cooper Country Music Express, Comedy Jamboree, Comedy Hypnosis Dinner Show, Dixie Stampede, Eagles Tribute, Grand Jubilee, Hamner Barber Variety, Hank Williams Revisited, Haygoods, Hooray for Hollywood, Hughes Brothers, Jeerk Rhythm Artist Group, Jim Stafford, A Tribute to John Denver, Joseph Hall Elvis Rock N Remember Tribute, Kirby VanBurch, Legends in Concert, Legends of Kung Fu, Liverpool Legends, Neal McCoy (Limited Engagement at different times), New South Gospel, Ozark Mountain Jubilee, Pierce Arrow, Presleys’ Country Jubilee, Rankin Brothers, Red,Hot & Blue, Shake Rattle & Roll, SIX, Strait Country, Sunday Gospel Jubilee, Todd Oliver & Friends, Tony Roi’s Elvis Experience, A Tribute to Marty Robbins, Twelve Irish Tenors, and Yakov’s Dinner Adventure.

Just as spring brings a colorful new season of flowering beauty to the surrounding Ozark Mountains, most of the Branson shows incorporate colorful new changes and new material each spring. For example, the Presleys’ Country Jubilee is said to create 50-70 percent new material for its show each year.

For additional information or tickets for any of the shows mentioned or to make lodging arrangements at Westgate Branson Woods resort, please visit http://www.westgatereservations.com/.  

The Branson Dinosaur Museum contains 50 full bodied, life size dinosaur replicas designed to represent dinosaurs as they were, not as they are projected in movies.

Each of the 50 dinosaurs is constructed from “bones” cast from actual dinosaur bones. Then the body was built around the bones showing amazing detail and as close to the actual size as possible.

Displays include dinosaurs ranging from the “Micro Raptor,” one of the smallest dinosaurs, to a two-and-a-half story “T-Rex and everything in between.”

LCD screens throughout the museum offer a narrated presentation explaining the dinosaur(s) displayed. Another interactive feature is a “Scavenger Hunt Quiz” that visitors can play as they tour the museum, providing a fun opportunity to learn the dinosaurs while enhancing the overall museum experience.

As one might expect, the highlight of the museum is the T-Rex, the king of the dinosaur world. The museum also offers a full sized T-Rex head in the lobby where you can take a picture with your own head tucked inside the dinosaur’s massive jaws.

You’ll also find a Learning Center for kids with interesting activities including an educational video, coloring, computer games, puzzles and other activities. Kids will enjoy the “Fossil Dig” where they can “dig” for actual fossils in a huge table top sandbox. And to expend a little extra energy, there’s a “Dinosaur Bounce” house for kids.

The Branson Dinosaur Museum is open every day of the year except Christmas Day.

For additional information on the Dinosaur Museum or any of Branson’s other shows and attractions or for lodging arrangements please visit www.Ticket2Branson.com or www.WestgateReservations.com.

Branson’s premier lake experience, the 700-seat Showboat Branson Belle, celebrates the beuaty of the 1890’s paddlewheel riverboats with a 3-course dinner, production show and lake cruise.  The Showstoppers! show featrues a talented cast performing hits from Broadway to the Big Screen.  Nationally acclaimed comedian Todd Oliver and his live talking dogs are featured on dinner cruises.  The Showboat Branson Belle cruises Table Rock Lake in Branson, Missouri, March - December. Click for discount Branson Vacation Packages.

Family summer sizzles at Branson, Missouri’s tropical adventure park, White Water, one of Mid-America’s top attractions.  The 12-acre water park features over 2 million gallons of water and nearly 7,000 feet of slides.  With more than a dozen rides and attractions, from the 7-story, 6-slide thrill ride Kalani Towers to the 500,000 gallon wave pool, White Water is the ultimate family summer experience, open May 23-Setpmeber 7, 2009. Book your Branson Vacation Package.

Bluegrass and BBQ, America’s premier bluegrass festival, presents a feast for the senses from the stages to the grills, with hundreds of award-winning bluegrass performances along with the House of BBQ and hundreds of sauces. Performers include IBMA award winners Rhonda Vincent, The Grascals, Dailey & Vincent and Steep Canyon Rangers. Silver Dollar City’s Bluegrass & BBQ runs from May 13-31st, 2009. Book your Branson Vacation Packages starting from $99 for 4 Days & 3 Nights!

Silver Dollar City presents America’s largest international festival, World-Fest, featuring new shows including the awe inspiring acrobatics of the Zhejiang Balancing Monks of China in a show never before seen in the United States, the 28 member Peruvian music and dance troupe Jallmay, and the African percussion group Dzenbii.  Returning favorites include the Irish production show Feet of Fire with dramatic fire dancing, steel drummers from Trinidad and more.   The World Fest runs from April 4th - May 3, at Silver Dollar City located near Branson, Missouri.  Click here for discount Branson vacation packages.

What a great combination! Silver Dollar City presents a world class festival of live bluegrass music and amazing BBQ cooking. Come enjoy two of America’s greatest traditions celebrated May 13 through May 31st. Westgate Branson Woods Resort offers the best Branson vacation package available. Click for more information on planning your Branson vacation package.

World-Fest is something which cannot be missed! Running April 4 through May 3rd, this is one global festivals that celebrates life, music and food. Each spring international performers from around the world gather in America’s Heartland. Discover the beauty of cultures from the continents at America’s Largest International Festival! New in 2009, the Zhejiang Chinese Acrobats! Witness an ancient balancing art, discovered and stunningly perfected by the Zhejiang Monks of China, that has never been seen here before. Plus, see high-flying silk aerialists and more in one spectacular production. Click for your Branson vacations accommodations.

Come hungry to the Frisco Barn for the Tastes of the World. Indulge with international specialties from the taste of the Orient to sizzling flavors from south of the border. Revel over the savory desserts from around the world, such as tiramisu torte, black forest cake and apfel dumplings served with cinnamon ice cream.

WildFire, a high-flying, multi-looping, cobra-rolling coaster that will leave you breathless. Click here for video. Click to book your hotel for your Branson vacations.