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Why not plan an amazing Branson get-a-way just to relax?

The scenic relaxing setting of the Welk Resort.

At first, it might seem like an oxymoron to even suggest that one relax amid all the entertainment, excitement, and fun that Branson offers, but it’s not! What’s wrong with planning a get-a-way to Branson just to relax? Absolutely nothing!

A relaxing get-a-way to Branson doesn’t mean that you must miss out on any of what Branson offers. It just means that, from the selection of lodging, to your activities and entertainment you plan for “relaxation.” That would mean different thing for families with children and couples coming alone. Here’s just one idea for a relaxing “couples get-a-way” to Branson.

It all starts with a hotel or lodging accommodation that will provide the opportunity for relaxation in terms of location, accommodations, and amenities. The Welk Resort, is one such resort.

Its location provides a rustic flavored experience, surrounded by luxury and convenience, where you can experience the outdoors and beauty of the Ozarks away from all the traffic and bustle of the Branson Strip. It’s totally relaxing, yet ideally and uniquely located to provide access to everything Branson offers.

The hotel just underwent a total multimillion dollar renovation of its lobby, common areas, corridors, and all 159 guest rooms and baths in 2013 making it one of the “newest” hotels in Branson. The relaxing colors and textures of each of the renovated rooms reflects the casual, warm and friendly culture of the Ozarks. Each room contains features such as granite vanities, a work space with an ergonomic desk chair, wall-mounted AC controls, desk lamps with easy reach dual outlets, mini-fridge, Welk Signature Ecology bath amenities, 32” LCD widescreen TVs, free wireless internet, Seattle’s Best single cup coffee system and Starbucks’ Tazo Teas, and everything else needed for a completely enjoyable and relaxing experience.

The opportunities for relaxation, on property, include a fitness room, a game room, gift shop, a 10,000-square foot “Splash-A-Torium,” mini-golf course, and an outdoor patio overlooking the resort’s award-winning, landscaped gardens. Off property, the Pointe Royale Golf Club, miles of hiking and biking trails, some of the finest trout fishing anywhere, scenic overlooks, and Table Rock Lake are all less than ten minutes away.

Whether breakfast, lunch or dinner, the resort’s “Stage Door Restaurant” serves affordable American favorites in a casual, relaxing atmosphere. Service is available from the menu or their incredible buffet! Easy access to many of Branson’s most popular restaurants are less than ten minutes away.

One of Branson’s hottest new shows, the “Million Dollar Quartet” is just steps away.

It doesn’t get much more relaxing than being able to walk a few steps into the 2,000 seat Welk Resort Theatre for some of the finest live entertainment available in Branson. This state of the art theatre is the home of one of Branson’s most popular shows, the smash hit Million Dollar Quartet. It’s an award-winning musical, based on a one-time impromptu jam session of four young recording artists who were soon to become legends; Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Jerry Lee Lewis. It also hosts other national touring stars such as Daniel O’Donnell, Charlie Pride, Jay Leno, and others. The famed Branson Strip, and many of Branson’s most popular shows, is less than ten minutes away.

For more information on a relaxing stay at the Welk Resort or the fabulous Million Dollar Quartet, please contact the Branson Tourism Center, one of Branson’s largest and most respected vacation planning services and sellers of over 5 million Branson show and attraction tickets by calling 1-800-785-1550 or through their website, www.BransonTourismCenter.com.

“Take me to the Hilton” in Branson

Branson’s luxurious Hilton Convention Center Hotel.

“Most cities the size of Branson don’t have one Hilton Hotel, let alone two,” said Preston Garrison, Director of Operations for the Branson Tourism Center. “Branson has two. Although different in size and looks, they both provide the premium Hilton lodging experience and are as close to Branson Landing and the Branson Convention Center as you can get,” he added.

The smaller of the two, the Hilton Promenade Hotel, is in Branson Landing, at the center of all that The Landing offers. Enjoy world class shopping; a $7 million synchronized water, fire, and light show; free concerts; dining, lake cruises, and much more. All just steps away from your “door.”

The Hilton Promenade has a full array of guest rooms including, Double Queen and King Deluxe rooms and one bedroom King Condos with fully equipped kitchens. All rooms feature “contemporary furnishings with rich colors and textures.”  Room amenities include “the Hilton Serenity Collection bedding with pillow top mattress, down comforter, and luxurious triple sheeting; a coffee maker, 32” flat panel televisions; spacious bathrooms; wireless internet; work desk, and the other quality touches for which Hilton is noted.” Other hotel amenities include a fitness center, indoor pool, restaurant, Foreign Currency Exchange, maid service, valet parking, gift shop, and much more.

The Hilton Convention Center Hotel, is in historic downtown Branson. It’s fewer than 75 yards from Branson Landing and joins the “Branson Convention Center.” The Hilton Convention Center’s elegant lodging and list of high-end amenities is not only consistent with what the Hilton brand stands for, but makes it one of only two “AAA Four Diamond” hotels in Branson.

It offers Double Queen and Deluxe King rooms as well as King Suites. All rooms include “Hilton’s Serenity Bed Luxury-Bedding Package which includes the Serenity mattress, Super Topper mattress pad, down-filled comforters, Touch of Down pillows, 250 thread-count sheets and duvet cover and custom decorative bed throws. Each hotel room offers a 32-inch LCD flat panel HD TV, Hilton Alarm Clock Radio with MP3 connection, sofa bed, work desk with ergonomic desk chair, two-line speaker phones with voicemail, data port, wired and wireless high-speed internet access, Cuisinart coffee maker, in room coffee welcome caddy, miniature refrigerator and much more. The handsomely appointed bathrooms, with granite counter tops, framed mirror and walk-in shower, offer The Serenity Bath featuring Crabtree and Evelyn’s La Source bath amenities.”

There’s a long list of high end amenities throughout the hotel starting with the “Level 2 Steakhouse.” Level 2 features 28-day aged corn fed Midwest beef, fresh seafood flown in from Hawaii three times a week, and much more. It is the Branson standard for elegant fine dining. The Hotel has two lounges the “Level 2” lounge located at the Level 2 and the first-floor lounge “Clear.”

The hotel has many other amenities including “a well-equipped, 24-hour business center, complete with computers, copier, and fax machine.” Its fitness center is open 24/7 and features “free weights and cardio machines with personal televisions.” There’s an indoor pool with an adjacent whirlpool and an outdoor pool. The outdoor “pool oasis” features comfortable, oversized seating, a fire pit, and private poolside cabanas.

Both of the Hiltons provide the level of hospitality Hilton is famous for, and are located close to Branson Landing, the Branson Convention Center, and historic downtown Branson. They are also ideally situated to get just about anywhere else in Branson conveniently using Branson’s alternate colored route system.

For information and reservations for either the Hilton Promenade Hotel or  Hilton Convention Center Hotel please contact the Branson Tourism Center by calling 1-800-785-1550 or through their web site www.BransonTourismCenter.com.

How awesome would it be to get the lowest guaranteed rate on great Branson lodging?

The Dutton Inn is one of the great Branson resorts and available under Branson Tourism’s Lowest Rate Lock Guarantee.

“Branson offers a wide choice of lodging. Finding just the right place for your family to stay won’t be a problem,” said Preston Garrison, Director of Operations for the Branson Tourism Center. “From  a quaint family owned inn, like the Dutton Inn, to a beautiful full-service resort, such as the Welk Resort, Branson has the ideal lodging for just about every need and budget,” he adds.

Garrison points out that finding the ideal lodging in Branson, at a price within your budget, might be easy. Finding the lowest price on a given lodging establishment for specific dates not as easy, unless, of course, you use Branson Tourism Center’s Lowest Rate Lock Guarantee Program. It that case, it’s as easy as making one phone call to 1-800-785-1550.

Simply select one of the awesome participating Branson hotels, indicated by the “Lowest Rate Lock” icon to the right of their name in the list, book your reservation through BTC, and subject to the programs minimal conditions, the price you pay for your lodging is guaranteed to be the lowest rate available. If you find a lower price offered for the same room on the same dates anytime between when you book your room and when you arrive in Branson, BTC will match the lower rate.

There are national Internet companies that claim to offer the lowest rate on Branson hotels and lodging. “Small print” conditions aside, how many of them offer free phone support to help make the reservation? Are they in Branson to help if there is a problem with your lodging?

The Branson Tourism Center is one of Branson’s largest and most respected providers of tourism services. It’s in Branson, has a BBB A+ accredited rating, and is the honored Recipient of the 2017 Better Business Bureau’s “Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics” for Southwest Missouri. BTC has sold over 5 million Branson show and attraction tickets and part of their success comes from the efforts of 100 employees dedicating themselves to marketing all that Branson offers and making sure that every customer has a great Branson experience.

Branson Tourism Center’s Garrison says that the one phone call to 1-800-785-1550 will put you in contact with one of Branson Tourism Center’s Branson based Vacation Specialists. Not only can they help with information on the Lowest Rate Lock Guarantee Program they can also help with making show, attraction, or lodging reservations. This ensures getting the best available show seats and lodging. One call takes care of it all!  There is no charge for this service and they are available daily, except Christmas Day, from 8:00 AM to 9.30 PM.

Branson’s Gazebo Inn is Ozarks hospitality at its finest


The unique Gazebo Inn located in the center of the famed Branson Strip.

Tucked into a secluded location immediately just off the center of the famed Branson Strip, the 73 room Gazebo Inn provides a unique lodging experience. Its inviting, warm, quaint and distinctive exterior is an indication, to incoming guests, of the wonderful lodging experience that they will have.

Stanley Merriman, the Inn’s General Manager said, “Staying at the Gazebo Inn is a special way to experience Ozark’s hospitality.” He feels that special experience comes from exceeding their guests expectations through a combination of things. These include very reasonable prices, location, its relatively small intimate size, secluded safe quiet environment, quality and cleanliness of its rooms, a large continental breakfast, and the quality of staff and the services they provide to their guests.

One of the spacious standard queen bed rooms.

Merriman points out that every room in the hotel has been completely renovated, with new carpet, painting, new flat screen TVs, and more, within the last 12 months. The Inn has a great choice of rooms ranging from their standard king and queen rooms, to rooms with whirlpools, Honeymoon suites with an in room Jacuzzi, and a family suite with its own parking space near the pool. All the Inn’s rooms are non-smoking and a limited number are pet friendly.

Standard amenities include in room refrigerators, coffee machines, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards and free wireless internet. The Gazebo Inn has an outdoor pool. While having no indoor pool, it’s located near its “sister” property, the “Grand Plaza Hotel” which provides complimentary access to its indoor pool and other amenities not available at the Gazebo Inn.

The Inn is ideally located in the center of the Branson Strip. It’s within walking distance of a number of Branson’s finest shows including those at the Andy Williams Performing Arts Center and Theatre and the King’s Castle Theatre. The fabulous shopping available at the Tanger Outlets and the Grand Village, as well as many Branson attractions and restaurants, is but moments away.

Merriman also said that the Gazebo Inn is part of the Branson Tourism Center’s Lowest Rate Lock Guarantee Program. What that means is that if you book your room through the Branson Tourism Center now, and find a lower price for the same room on the same dates before you arrive in Branson, the Branson Tourism Center will match it.

“The Gazebo Inn provides our customers with a great Ozark’s lodging experience,” said Preston Garrison, Director of Operations for the Branson Tourism Center. For additional information or reservations for the Gazebo Inn or any of Branson’s other shows and attractions please contact the Branson Tourism Center (BTC), one of Branson’s largest and most respected vacation planning services. BTC can be reached by either calling their toll free number 1-800-785-1550 or through their website www.BransonTourismCenter.com.

Welk Resort’s INSPIRED FOR YOU redefines family lodging fun in Branson

The beautiful Welk Resort in Branson is INSPIRED FOR YOU.

For over 20 years, the luxurious 159 room Welk Resort  has been giving its guests inspired gracious service and one of the finest lodging experiences in Branson. Chris Cathcart, a Welk Resort Marketing Manager, sums it up in five words saying, “Welk Resort has it all!”

He said that there’s nothing else like it in Branson. Its ideal location; recent multimillion dollar remodel of the complete hotel, including all 159 guestrooms; its large 2000 seat theater, currently featuring the smash musical hit Million Dollar Quartet; indoor ‘Splash-A-Torium;’ restaurant; amenities; and selection of activities for all ages, provides a lodging experience unequaled in Branson.

Those factors would certainly be important considerations for anyone selecting a Branson hotel, but its selection of “amenities and activities for all ages and interests” truly sets it apart from any other hotel in Branson! Welk’s INSPIRED FOR YOU activities adds a new dimension of fun and family togetherness to all that Branson offers.

“You’ll find ways to laugh with the ones you love, taste brand new flavors, experience local art and culture and rebalance your mind, body and spirit,” said Dathan Atchison, the General Manager, CHA of Welk Resorts Branson. “INSPIRED FOR YOU has been created to stimulate every one of your five senses, provide you with a true sense of place in Branson and to push the limits of outrageous fun,” he continued.

And it’s more than just words! It’s real people having real fun together.  I went over to the “activities center” to interview the Welk Resort’s activity director for some information to include in a general story on the resort. A pretty young lady came up to get a painting which was on the table in front of us. That changed the whole tenor of my intended story.

Kids having fun at one of the many INSPIRED FOR YOU activities scheduled throughout the day.

Young Miss Katie Desouza did the painting the evening before during the resorts “Creative Canvas” activity. She said, “I did a sunset and wanted a bird on it.” She didn’t get a chance to do it the evening before because the canvas was still wet when they went to see the movie. She was back with her mom, Kelly, eagerly anticipating adding the bird. The Welk staff set her up with paints and brushes.

When I left, Miss Katie was excitedly adding the bird to her painting and anticipating taking part in the “Hula Hoop Happy Hour” activity, and maybe winning a brownie Sunday, later that afternoon. Her mom said, “I wish I had known about these activities when I made my reservations. There’s so much to do and it’s all right here.”

That’s when it hit me. At the end of the day, most hotels are a place to sleep and maybe swim while you go elsewhere to do “things.” In addition to the fun and excitement available in Branson at every turn, the Welk Resorts “INSPIRED FOR YOU” adds a unique opportunity for families to have some up close and personal fun, enjoying activities together, in a quieter intimate atmosphere.

Jeremiah Jones, the Activities Director for the Branson Welk Resort said, “We have planned supervised activities seven days a week. Our mission is to provide an opportunity for families to come together, have fun, and create some unforgettable moments.” To help make that happen, they offer lots of different fun activities for families to pick from. “And we have lots,’” he said. “So many in fact that we publish an INSPIRED FOR YOU Guide that changes as seasonal events are added.

When asked for an example of a seasonal event that would be added Jones described the “Taneycomo Kayak Adventure.” The guests are picked up at the hotel and transported to the “put in area” on Lake Taneycomo near the Table Rock Dam. In the company of a Welk Guide, they take a leisurely kayak paddle down beautiful Lake Taneycomo. When they get to the Cooper Creek Take Out they are met and transported back to the hotel.

Welks fantastic 10,000 square foot Splash-A-Torium featuring a 100 foot water slide, a kid’s splash-zone, and an indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub

Most activities are generally available on a year-round basis and focus around the Resorts Activity Center near the ‘Splash-A-Torium.” These include fun and exciting activities designed for families to share together including Archery, “Cupcake Wars,” “Drive in Movies” Fishing in the resorts private pond for bass and bluegill, “Hula Hoop Happy Hour,” “Spy Camp,” and many more. OK, this one probably isn’t for the whole family, but it does illustrate the diversity of the activities offered, “Craft Beer Tasting.”

Activities are generally scheduled from10:00 AM to 8:15 PM daily. While there is no charge for most of the activities, there is a minimal charge for some, including the “Taneycomo Kayak Adventure,” “Cup Cake Wars,” and others. Jones points out that the purpose of the program is to encourage families to do things together and that children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

“The quality of the Welk Resort and its INSPIRED FOR YOU program offers a unique opportunity for families to combine its activities with the best of what Branson has to offer to create a unique Branson lodging experience,” said Annette Wood, Director of Sales and Marketing for the Branson Tourism Center. “And it gets even better. For an extra special experience, there’s a fantastic 10,000 square foot ‘Splash-A-Torium’ featuring a 100-foot water slide, a kid’s splash-zone, an indoor/outdoor pool, and hot tub! Access to the water park comes with some lodging packages, or can be added to others.”

For more information on the Welk Resort, its INSPIRED FOR YOU program, or Branson shows and attractions, please feel free to call the Branson Tourism Center at 1-800-785-1550. A Branson based Vacation Specialists will be happy to answer any questions and help with reservations, ticketing, and getting the best available show seats. There is no charge for this service and they are available daily, except Christmas Day, from 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM. The Branson Tourism Center can also be reached through their website www.BransonTourismCenter.com.

Ozark Valley Inn sparkles with Ozark’s hospitality

Ozark Valley Inn

Branson has many nationally branded hotels. It also has many high-quality family owned inns and motels offering their own unique brand of Ozark hospitality. The locally owned and operated, Ozark Valley Inn is a perfect example.

The Inn’s owners are Nick and Nina Karol. Nina Karol said that its location on the Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, provides the best of two worlds. Nina was asked, “Why should someone coming to Branson stay at the Ozark Valley Inn?” With a twinkle in her eye and without hesitation she said, “Sparkling clean rooms, friendly service, and a great location!”

The 76 room Inn occupies a beautiful peaceful location next to the Promised Land Zoo. It’s away from the hustle and bustle of Branson while offering easy access to all the fun and excitement it offers. The Pierce Arrow, Hamner’s Unbelievable Variety, and Shoji Tabuchi shows; the IMAX Complex; and restaurants including Red Lobster, Golden Coral, and the Paradise Grill and Steakhouse are not two minutes away. The Branson Strip and Tanger Outlet is fewer than five.

It’s easy to get anywhere in Branson quickly and efficiently using Branson’s Alternate Colored Route System. Branson Landing is one of Branson’s most popular shopping destinations and attractions. A right turn out of the Inn’s parking lot, onto the Branson’s Alternate Red Route, the Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, has you enjoying Branson Landing within 10 to 15 minutes.

Nina said that they are extremely environmentally conscious. Over the last two years, they have installed solar panels. Over 30 percent of the electric power the inn uses comes from those solar panels.

The Inn offers a variety of rooms from which to choose. These include Standard Double Queen, Standard King, and King Jacuzzi rooms and a one bedroom Double Queen Family suite. It also offers poolside rooms for easy access to fun in the sun and has pet friendly rooms with completely tiled floors

All rooms feature standard amenities, a cheery decor, free wireless internet, and much more. Guests will enjoy a deluxe complimentary breakfast with Belgian waffles, cinnamon rolls, biscuits & gravy, fruit, cereal, and more. Property wide amenities include WiFi, meeting room, a beautiful outdoor pool, hot tub, a game room, deluxe business center, and guest laundry room.

The Inn participates in Branson Tourism Center’s Lowest Rate Lock Guarantee Program. Under the program, the Branson Tourism Center, one of Branson’s largest and most respected vacation planning services, guarantees that the price you pay for lodging accommodations booked at the Ozark Valley Inn through BTC will be the lowest rate available. If you find a lower price offered, anytime between when you book your room and when you arrive in Branson, BTC will match the lower rate. It’s that simple.

For information or reservations for the Ozark Valley Inn, please contact the Branson Tourism Center by calling 1-800-785-1550 or through its website, www.BransonTourismCenter.com.

 

 

How about a mind-blowing vacation in a Branson condo?

Overview of Pointe Royale Resort with Lake Taneycomo access and golf course/

“Whether it’s for work or vacation, the choice of where you stay while traveling is an important decision,” said Preston Garrison, Director of Operations for the Branson Tourism Center. “Nowhere is it more important however, than when you’re on a family vacation for multiple days!”

The major focus of the typical hotel room is “the bed.” Even with adjoining rooms that focus doesn’t change. There is no kitchen or common area for the family to share together. If someone gets up early to work on their computer, make a cup of coffee, or something else they must either leave the room or, disturb those they are sharing it with.

The major focus of a condo is roominess and common areas separate from the bedrooms. They typically offer fully equipped kitchens and large living areas for everyone to enjoy. The resulting levels of comfort, relaxation and flexibility will certainly add to the enjoyment of any vacation.

For more than two people, the cost of a condo is comparable to renting two or more rooms at a hotel. The condos rented by the Branson Tourism Center are fully equipped and luxuriously appointed. All are in resorts with their guests enjoying full resort amenities and services. Let’s look at some of Branson’s best!

Pointe Royale Resort is one of Branson’s premier gated communities. It’s set in a beautiful, natural, and spacious setting on the shore of Lake Taneycomo. Amid the scenic splendor of the Ozarks Mountains, it offers one-bedroom to three-bedroom condos and features a challenging 18-hole golf course. The Pointe has a beautiful clubhouse with a lounge and restaurant, some of the finest trout fishing anywhere, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis, wilderness hiking trail, fitness center, playgrounds and more.

Spacious kitchen of a Thousand Hills Condo.

Thousand Hills Condos is one block from the center of the famed Branson Strip. It offers guests a choice of condos and town houses ranging from one-bedroom to five-bedrooms. The condos surround the lush fairways of the Thousand Hills Golf Course. The 18 hole, four star rated “Golf Digest,” course is one of Branson’s most popular courses. The resort has indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center, basketball and tennis courts, shuffleboard; and much more.”

Both the Pointe Royale Resort and Thousand Hills Condos are but minutes away from the fun and excitement of Branson’s shows, attractions, and shopping. They are also participants in Branson Tourism Center’s Lowest Rate Lock Guarantee Program. When you book through the Branson Tourism Center, they guarantee the price you pay to be the lowest rate available. If you find a lower price offered for the same condo on the same dates, between when you book and arrive in Branson, subject to minimal conditions, BTC will match the lower rate.

The Hilton Convention Center Hotel and the Hilton Promenade Hotel offer a limited number of luxurious one-bedroom condos in addition to their standard hotel rooms. Their location is ideal for those attending events at the Branson Convention Center or wanting to be close to Branson Landing and Historic Downtown Branson.

Still Waters Resort, located on beautiful Indian Point, offers well-appointed one-bedroom to three-bedroom condos. Its location on the shoreline of Table Rock Lake and full-service marina, make it the perfect resort for those who want to enjoy Table Rock Lake. It’s only five minutes away from Silver Dollar City by Indian Point Road, yet within minutes of all that Branson offers.

If you’d like more information on these resorts, condos, or other Branson lodging, please call the Branson Tourism Center at 1-800-785-1550. A Branson based Vacation Specialists will answer any questions you might have about Branson lodging, shows, or attractions. They will also help with ticketing, reservations and getting the best available show seats and lodging. There is no charge for this service and they are available daily, except Christmas Day, from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

 

For best Branson vacations one call takes care of it all!

Just a few of the many choices Branson visitors have.

“There’s good news and bad news for those planning to vacation in Branson,” said Preston Garrison, Director of Operations for the Branson Tourism Center. “The good news is that there’s so much to see and do. The bad news is there’s so much to see and do.”

How can “good news” also be “bad news?” Garrison says there’s more excitement, fun, live entertainment, and adventure for families in Branson than any similar sized travel destination in America. So much so, that planning a vacation to Branson can be challenging, for first time visitors. “But one call to the Branson Tourism Center, at 1-800-785-1550, can take care of it all.”

The Branson Tourism Center has been helping Branson Visitors plan exceptional vacations since 2002. “‘Helping people have the best possible Branson experience,’ is not just a trite phrase. It describes the passion and commitment of our 100 Branson based employees as they share all Branson has to offer each day,” Preston adds.

One call to 1-800-785-1550 puts you in contact with one of Branson Tourism Center’s Branson-based Vacation Specialists. They’ll help you to narrow all the choices Branson has to offer into the perfect vacation for you and your family. There is absolutely no fee or charge for this service.

The Vacation Specialist will guide through the 20,100 hotel rooms, condos, and cabins available to come up with the one that is ideal for you and your family. Do you want a lake side cabin, condo, or room? Do you want to be near Silver Dollar City? On a golf course? Pet friendly or not? Are there particular amenities or services wanted? What price range?

Want the lowest guaranteed price on your lodging? No problem, just select lodging that is part of the Branson Tourism Center’s Lowest Rate Lock Guarantee Program. These include properties such as the Welk Resort, Dutton Inn, Pointe Royale Resort, and others. Subject to a few conditions, if you find a lower price for the same room on the same dates, between when you book and arrive in Branson, the Branson Tourism Center will match it.

Branson’s shows are famous! From over 120 shows, as varied as Moses, Million Dollar Quartet, Presleys’ Country Jubilee, and Amazing Pets, the Vacation Specialist will help boil it down to those that most interest you and your family. They will also show you how to save money by bundling lodging and shows and using Family Passes.

“And that’s just shows and lodging! As with them, there are similar choices within each of the general categories of things to do in Branson. It’s not just a “lake” there is a choice of three. Do you want to fish for warm water fish like bass and crappie or cold water species like Rainbow and Brown Trout? How about zip lines? Do you want a full guided eco canopy tour across many zip lines, platforms, and skywalks like that offered by Branson Zipline. Or would you prefer the unique thrill of zipping across Lake Taneycomo to the top of Mount Branson for a spectacular view of Branson Landing and Historic Downtown Branson on Parakeet Pete’s zip line?

From rooms, to shows, attractions and other activities, your Branson based Branson Tourism Center Vacation Specialist will help custom design the perfect Branson vacation for you and your family. At the very least they will save you valuable time and, in most cases, money. Most  important of all however, is that they’ll help plan a Branson vacation that could make memories lasting a lifetime!

The words of Peggy Barthel, the purchaser of our three millionth ticket, said it all! “I had spent most of that day on the internet spinning my wheels trying to decide where to go, what we were going to do, and that kind of thing.” Then she found the Branson Tourism Center and called 1-800-875-1550. “One call, that’s all! They just took care of everything. We just came and had fun.” Doesn’t that sound like great advice? “One call takes care of it all!”

Your superior lodging experience in the heart of all Branson offers

All American Inn & Suites

All American Inn & Suites

“Why should a family coming to Branson select the All American Inn and Suites (AAI) for their lodging?” Denny Singh, the new owner and general manager said, “The dedication of our family, my wife Mona, myself, and our staff, to ensuring that you, and your family, have a great lodging experience, from ‘check in’ to ‘check out,’ in some of the cleanest rooms, and with the friendliest most customer oriented staff, in Branson.”

Interior of spacious Jacuzzi Suite.

Interior of spacious Jacuzzi suite.

All American Inn and Suites is a cozy 81 room property offering a variety of rooms and configurations to accommodate almost every lodging need. The majority of its clean spacious rooms are Double Queen and King, but it also offers Jacuzzi and family suites along with a number of connecting rooms. This provides AAI with the flexibility to meet the lodging needs of the individual traveler as well as families, and groups. Singh points out that while all the rooms at AAI are spacious, the Family Suites are ideal for the families on vacation because they have two rooms that can be closed off from each other.

Each room includes a full complement of amenities. Among others, these include coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea, desk with ergonomic chair, hair dryer, free Wi-Fi-Internet, microwave, refrigerator, and 32” LCD HD television with cable and local channels, iron, ironing board, and more.

Outdoor Pool.

Outdoor Pool.

AAI is open year-round and is smoke and pet free with interior corridors and access to all rooms. It has an outdoor pool, elevator, Wi-Fi access in all common areas, free level parking, a laundry that is free to guests, as well as 24-hour coffee in the lobby, and offers in-house ticketing at the front desk, to Branson shows and attractions, providing the ultimate in convenience and ensuring their guests the best available seats to the shows they want to see.

Singh said that one of the features their guests like is the Inn’s location. It’s centrally located to all the fun and excitement that Branson offers, but is away from the noise and bustle, providing an opportunity for peace and relaxation. Yet, when guests are ready for the fun and excitement of Branson, AAI is minutes away from the center of the Branson Strip, the Titanic Museum Attraction, and alternate routes to Silver Dollar City, Table Rock Lake, many of Branson’s shows, attractions, shopping, including Branson Landing, and other activities.

“In terms of all round value, cleanliness, location and customer satisfaction, the All American Inn and Suites has been a perennial hit with our customers,” said Preston Garrison, Director of Operations for the Branson Tourism Center, one of Branson’s largest providers of tourism services and information. He points out that AAI is a participant in the Branson Tourism Center’s (BTC) Lowest Rate Lock Guarantee Program. If you book your stay at AAI through BTC, subject to the programs minimal conditions, the price you pay is guaranteed to be the lowest rate available. If you find a lower price offered for the same room on the same dates anytime between when you book your room and when you arrive in Branson, BTC will match the lower rate.

For additional information or reservations for the All American Inn and Suites, or for any of Branson’s other shows, attractions and activities please contact the Branson Tourism Center (BTC), one of Branson’s largest and most respected vacation planning services. BTC can be reached by either calling their toll free number 1-800-785-1550 or through their website www.BransonTourismCenter.com.

 

Why Branson’s Radisson Hotel provides a superior lodging experience

131213 Radison Exterior

The beautiful Radisson Hotel.

“Visitors coming to Branson have a wide variety of lodging to pick from offering great choices for just about every need and budget,” said Annette Wood, Director of Group Sales for the Branson Tourism Center. “The Radisson Hotel, ideally located in the center of the famed Branson Strip, is known for its outstanding hospitality, customer service, cleanliness, and the capability to host, not only individuals and families, but large groups, conventions, and other, events,” she added.

Yvonne Costales, Director of Sales and Marketing for the Radisson, said that the hotel was built originally in 1994 and was completely renovated from top to bottom between 2012 and 2014. “Everything is ‘brand new’ including our 472 rooms and suites, common areas, the lobby, the ‘Wildwood Bistro Restaurant’ and our updated sports bar, the ‘Time Out Sports Lounge,’” She added.

When asked what the number one reason would be for Branson visitors to select the Radisson she, without hesitation, said, “Guest services is a priority for us. We have a motto called, ‘Yes I can’ designed to make sure that we do everything we can to make the stay of our guests as pleasurable as possible. This empowers many of our employees with the authority to make on the spot decisions to ensure sure that happens without delay.” She also points out that this service starts with a great selection of guest rooms to meet just about every need, a full set of amenities, both in and out of the room, and one of the best locations of any hotel in Branson.

The hotel has 472 rooms with 322 standard double bedded rooms, 123 king rooms, 22 king leisure suites, 4 Presidential Suites, and a Penthouse. Costales said that with the number and variety of rooms they have, and that many of the rooms and suites are adjoining and or connected, that the hotel has the flexibility to meet just about any lodging need from a basic room, to suites for the family or business traveler.

Each room comes with a complete set of amenities. This includes a refrigerator, 37″ flat-screen TVs; complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access; work desk with ergonomic chair; two-line telephones with voicemail and data ports; easy chair with ottoman; hair dryer; iron/ironing board; coffee makers, and much more.

The Radisson has free parking; a heated indoor/outdoor pool; a Fitness Center, set up and outfitted by Precor; a whirlpool and sauna, and a business center. It also offers a separate on-site restaurant and lounge; a full service concierge desk to assist with transportation, tickets for local events and more.

Although not thought of by most people in selecting a hotel, its location, only a block off the center of the famed Branson Strip, on Wildwood Drive is ideal. By simply turning left, south, when exiting the hotels main entrance and going one block guests have immediate access to Branson’s Alternate Colored Yellow Route which permits a lot of flexibility in avoiding Highway 76’s traffic.

It’s a ten-minute or less walk from Walmart; Grand Village Shoppes; Andy Williams Performing Arts Centre and Theatre, Kings Castle Theatre, three different Go Kart Tacks, Ride the Ducks, two miniature golf courses, the Thousand Hills Golf Course, and many other activities.

In terms of eating conveniently and restaurants, it would be hard to image a better location. In addition to the hotels in house “Wildwood Bistro” and the “Time Out Sports Lounge” there are over a dozen eating establishments within a 10-minute walk of the hotel including Dairy Queen, Panera Bread, Shorty Smalls, Lone Star Steak House, Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano, McDonalds, Mel’s Hard Luck Diner, Subway, and many others.

The Radisson Hotel is also a participant in the Branson Tourism Center’s (BTC) Lowest Rate Lock Guarantee Program. If you book your stay at the Radisson through BTC, subject to the programs minimal conditions, the price you pay is guaranteed to be the lowest rate available. If you find a lower price offered for the same room on the same dates anytime between when you book your room and when you arrive in Branson, BTC will match the lower rate.

The Ball Room set up, in one of its many possible configurations, for a dinner event.

The Ball Room set up, in one of its many possible configurations, for a dinner event.

The Radisson has over 17,000 square feet of meeting and event space under “one roof;” those attending meetings or events do not have to go outside at all or be otherwise be concerned about the weather in getting from their rooms to their conferences or events. It’s the only Branson Strip hotel, and one of only three hotels in Branson, capable of providing this type of service for such large conferences and events.

Costales points out that those 17,000 plus square feet are configurable to meet the needs of large conferences and events to the smallest, providing group and meeting planners with the utmost flexibility in planning their event. She said that it can be divided up into 17 rooms, the largest of which would the Ball Room with 6,058 square feet and the smallest which would be Sky View room with about 650 square feet, with a large variety in between.

She believes that the Radisson is ideal, for not only the large groups, but for those planning smaller events such as reunions, weddings, and similar gatherings. “Our location, dedicated Groups Department, the range of services, including catering, that we offer, and the flexibility of our meeting space make the Radisson an ideal place for both large and small meetings, conferences, or other events,” Costales added.

Branson Tourism Center’s Wood said, “We have worked very closely with the Radisson for many years and our customers have continually had great experiences there. It is a beautiful property, ideally located with meeting room space that is an easy fit for different sized groups and their individual needs, and a staff is a joy to work with.” For more information on using the Radisson for your group or any other Branson Group travel needs please feel free to call us at 1-800-268-4014.”

For more information or reservations for the Radisson Hotel or for additional information on any of Branson’s lodging please contact the Branson Tourism Center, one of Branson’s largest and most respected vacation planning services, by calling 1-800-785-1550 or through their website www.BransonTourismCenter.com.