Celebrate the Holiday Season in Branson, MO
Celebrate the Holiday Season in Branson, MO
By Janet Sanders
It's not too early to be making your holiday plans. This year do something different that the whole family will treasure and talk about for years to come. Visit Branson, Missouri for the holidays. Branson, MO, is a one-of-a-kind family destination nestled among the lakes and peaks of the beautiful Ozark Mountains.
Branson is a wonderful place to enjoy any time of year, but come 1 November, the Christmas spirit descends on Branson and the town is transformed from a sleepy mountain retreat to a spectacular winter wonderland. Branson's popular Ozark Family Christmas lures visitors from all around the world with a dazzling array of Christmas lights, holiday festivities, unforgettable shows and breathtaking sights.
You'll find something for everyone in Branson, MO and the holiday season offers extra special events. Here are a few of the most popular special holiday activities.
Festival of Lights
This is a holiday light show like no other. Bundle the kids in the car with hot chocolate and candy canes then head out to explore the breathtaking scenery of the Branson Area Festival of Lights drive through. You'll beamazed at the gorgeous settings of twinkling lights against a black background. Cruisetheone-mile pathat your own pace to fully take in the brilliantly illuminatedscenery created with more than 175 displays including gingerbread houses, toy shops, and the 12 Days of Christmas.
Adoration Parade
Everyone loves a parade. If your family has never experienced the thrill of an old-fashioned Christmas parade, the 62nd Annual Adoration Parade will surpass your expectations. On December 5, 2010, thousands of spectators will enjoy this extravagant and much-loved production. Watch the wonder of the season unfold as 34 floats and 13 bands decked out for the occasion make their way past. The parade finale is something you and your family will cherish as an annual tradition: thereverent lighting of the nativity scene atop Mount Branson.
Silver Dollar City
You can't truly experience a Branson, MO Christmas without making a stop at Silver Dollar City where holiday sights, smells and sounds greet you at every turn. An Old Time Christmas at Silver Dollar City will delight you with more than four million twinkling lights, grand holiday stage productions, rides and attractions, the Gifts of Christmas Lights Parade, lunch with Santa and an array of unique gifts available for that someone special.
Christmas Shows and Entertainment
For relaxing seasonal entertainment check out Branson's many live shows. In the evening, come in from the cold and dress your family up in their holiday best as you get ready to enjoy one of the many exhilarating Christmas shows and live entertainment productions. You'll have a tough time choosing which performance to see as the more than 50 venues and 100 live shows in Branson convert to seasonal holiday shows. Any one of them will wow and delight everyone in your family!
Branson Landing
Haven't finished your holiday shopping? Cross off everyone on your Christmas shopping list with a visit to the outdoor mall at Branson Landing. Known as Branson's newest "Winter Wonder Landing," this waterfront shopper's paradise features hundreds of boutique, brand name and specialty stores. Your family will enjoy the unexpected treasure of one of the landing's highlights: a water, fire and light spectacular choreographed to the sounds of the season.
Accommodations Galore
Branson boasts more than 22,000 lodging and hotel accommodations, so there are options for every budget this holiday season. Do you long for the coziness of a bed and breakfast inn? Want the rustic feel of cabin rentals in the mountains? From luxurious lodging of five-star hotels and resorts to budget-friendly motels, Branson is a convenient drive for 50% of the U.S. population. If you prefer to fly, the new Branson airport is located just 10 minutes from town.
Few other places can lift your spirits and remind you of the true meaning of the holidays like Branson, MO. Come enjoy the experience of a Branson family Christmas and create rich memories you'll cherish for years to come. Israel Travel - Money Saving Send Rakhi to India and Rakhi Gifts to India from foreign countries How To Save Money On Holiday Packages Are there Franchises with Flexible Controls and Procedures? Medical Tourism In Bangkok Thailand Holidays To The Caribbeam ,where Can You Go? Christmas Shopping Strategies For Occupied Moms Procuring Concepts For The Toddlers Christmas Gifts You Can Still Have A Fabulous Holiday On A Tight Budget: Visiting Brisbane Australia Ideas On Making Special Christmas Cards The Right Answer To Make You Youngsters Cheery On Christmas Christmas Shopping Ideas For Active Moms Buying The Best French Property