Branson, Missouri is nestled in the heart of the Ozarks, surrounded by gentle rolling mountains and majestic lakes. This resort town is known for some of the best live entertainment in the country. Branson is now ranked second in the country behind Orlando, Florida as a primary auto destination by AAA! Boasting more theater seats than Nashville or Broadway and more fun, music and entertainment per square mile than Las Vegas! Outdoor activities abound with fishing, hiking, horseback riding or simply sitting back and enjoying the scenery of the beautiful Ozark Mountains and lakes - no wonder Branson is more popular than ever!

A year round vacation destination, Branson's seasonal events include BransonFest an event to kickoff the tourist season, or Ozark Mountain Christmas from November through December that offers holiday festivities for the whole family. Plan on making hotel reservations several weeks in advance.

Branson offers attractions; entertainment, amusement parks are open from early Spring into late Fall. Live shows are in full swing showcasing such talent as Ann-Margaret, Mickey Gilley, Charley Pride, Oak Ridge Boys, Jim Stafford, Shoji Tabuchi! Silver Dollar City theme park is a popular draw as well as the new Celebration City and White Water theme park. To keep the family cool on hot summer days head to nearby Lake Taneycomo or Table Rock Lake for any number of water-sports (boat rentals, canoeing, and kayaking). Branson offers Hot Winter Fun attractions from January to March that include Ripley's Believe It or Not, Roy Rogers-Dale Evans Museum, Hollywood Wax Museum, Stone Hill Winery, IMAX Theatre, Veterans Memorial Museum.

With magnificent vistas of the Ozarks and scenic lakes, area golf courses are a natural addition to the many activities offered in Branson. One of Missouri's stop six "Best Places to Play" by Golf Digest is the beautiful Branson Creek Golf Club designed by Tom Fazio. More great layouts in Branson include the golf resort courses of Holiday Hills, Pointe Royale and the locals' favorite, Thousand Hills Golf Resort. Other courses within the immediate area include the Kings River Golf Course in Shell Knob, the Oakmont Golf Course, the Jack Nicklaus nine hole, par 3 - Top of the Rock Golf Course in Ridgedale and the Ledgestone Golf Course in nearby Reeds Spring.

Branson is a popular year-round vacation destination offering accommodations ideal for the entire family or a cozy couples retreat. For a memorable vacation, plan on traveling to Branson - a place where the stars shine day and night!