A list of 12 reasons why you and your family should consider Branson for a truly amazing vacation

Curious about what Branson means to those who have visited it or heard about it; the Branson Tourism Center, one of Branson's largest and most respected vacation planning services, asked the following question on its Facebook Page this week: "Based on what you have seen, experienced or heard about Branson, what one word would you use to describe what Branson means to you?" We believe that the following one word responses, from the dozens received, describe the ideal place for a family to have an amazing vacation filled with the excitement, fun and adventure that will provide wonderful memories for years to come and are presented without further embellishment: Read entire article here.

Spring Break In Branson

Branson brings you the break you need this spring! You can discover Spring Break in Branson with the family for as little as $199 for three days and two nights. Your package includes your choice of four fine hotels where you'll enjoy a complimentary breakfast; a family pass to one of these popular shows: Amazing Pets, AYO starring Voices of Glory, Clay Cooper, or the Haygoods; and a complimentary Guest Card savings book. You can add an extra night and receive a family pass to George Dyer or those delightful Duttons! Branson is the place for your Spring Break! View packages here.

What everybody ought to know about Hollywood waxing Branson

"The term 'waxing' can mean a lot of things, but when it comes to Hollywood 'waxing' Branson it can mean only one thing," said Annette Wood, the Director of Sales and Marketing for the Branson Tourism Center. "The opportunity to see some of your favorite Hollywood stars such as Harrison Ford, Tom Hanks, Jack Nicholson and dozens of others, as you 'share the spotlight' with them posed in the 'sets' that made them famous, at Branson's Hollywood Wax Museum." Read entire article here.

Insider tips about you having a great Branson golfing experience

Whether its lakes, live entertainment, attractions or shopping, Branson, Missouri is known for both the quality and variety of all it offers. On any given day during the season Branson visitors have a choice of almost 100 live shows of every kind and, in similar fashion, on almost any day of the year that weather permits, they have many choices of places to tee off for a great round of golf. Here's five tips that we hope will help lead you to a great Branson golfing experience: Read entire article here.

"Branson - Up Close and Personal" with Benjamin Dutton comedian, dancer, singer, instrumentalist and husband of the "sweetest Dutton"

The Duttons were featured on the prime time NBC hit show "America's Got Talent" as they reached the Finals and top ten in 2007 and has perennially been one of Branson's most popular shows since they moved to Branson and started performing full time in 1997. This edition of "Branson - Up Close and Personal" features Benjamin Dutton, whose extraordinary talent and skills as an instrumentalist, singer, dancer and comedian makes him one of Branson's most talented versatile entertainers. Read entire article here.

Your exclusive behind the scenes look at the production of a "Legendary" Branson show

Branson's Legends in Concert will be starting their 2015 season on February 6 with an all-star cast of talented look alike tribute performers including Todd Bradshaw as "Kenny Chesney," Dave Lawrence as "Lionel Ritchie," Jennica McCleary as "Bette Midler" Lori Russo as "Ann-Margret" and Ted Torres as "Elvis." In preparing this exclusive story for the Branson Tourism Center, I had the opportunity to get a behind the scenes look at how the talent of all these great artists is melded together, with dancers, a live band, lighting, videos, special effects, sound, costuming and choreography, into the spectacular entertainment spectacle that is known worldwide as the "Legends in Concert". Read entire article here.

Branson Tourism Center welcomes new Branson Chamber and CVB CEO

"We extend a warm Branson welcome to Jeff Seifried, who has just recently been announced as the new President/CEO Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB," said Tammy Johnson, the General Manager for the Branson Tourism Center, one of Branson's largest and most respected vacation planning services. Seifried was named the new President/Chief Executive Officer of the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau, according to Randy Brashers, Chairman of the Board of Directors. Seifried is leaving his position as the Manager of Regional Development for the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce [which he has held since July of 2007] and will begin the Branson job on March 2, 2015. Read entire article here.

Seventh Annual "Branson.Com Honors Purple Heart Recipients" Apr.23 - 25

"The Seventh Annual 'Branson.Com Honors Purple Heart Recipients,' will be held in Branson, Missouri on April 23 through April 25," said Annette Wood, the Director of Sales and Marketing for the Branson Tourism Center. "Branson.com is honored to host this unique event dedicated to serving, honoring and remembering those who have received the 'Purple Heart' for combat wounds received while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States of America and is appreciative of 'The Military Order of the Purple Heart' (MOPH) for their support and assistance in helping make this event the special event that it is," she added. Read entire article here.

How many of these 12 plus events on this exclusive March 2015 Buzzing in Branson List do you know about?

"Buzzin in Branson" is a concise and easy to read list of the major events taking place in Branson, Missouri during the month being "Buzzed," which is March of 2015 for this issue. Each issue of "Buzzin in Branson" contains the "Branson Buzz of the Month" and a list the major special events, shows and activities for that month, Read entire article here.

Ellen Petersen's amazing faith deeply contributes to her American Idol experience

When the top 48 American Idol performers take the stage for "Showcase Week" at the Los Angeles "House Of Blues" to perform before their first "live audience" Ellen Petersen, who performs in Branson with her family in the Petersen Family Bluegrass Band, will be among them. Although the audience was "live", the show was taped and will lead into the selection of the final 24 that America will vote on. Read entire article here.