You have three days and three family members, and with each person the number of different shows on the "to-do in Branson" list increases exponentially. One harbors an affinity for the glitz and glamour of a Showboat Branson Belle dinner cruise. Another person has a quirky affection for Elvis and has hoped to see the Elvis and the Superstars show ever since the idea of a Branson trip came up. Your youngest child only wants to see Kirby Van Burch, The Prince of Magic. You have three days in Branson and three different people fighting your only vacation wish, to go see Yakov Smirnoff, Branson's Comedian of the Year.
How do you narrow down the number of shows to create the best possible Branson vacation? Here's six tips to planning a perfect Branson show-oriented vacation.
1. Take a deep breath, as unlike some entertainment-oriented cities, the shows in Branson run all day. It's entirely possible to see all four of the above shows, with time for a short lunch and dinner in between. (Although that type of frantic schedule is neither suggested nor endorsed.)
2. Categorize what you want to see. First, decide what kind of productions you want to see: music, comedy, dining, plays or magic shows, or a specialty show. Then, flip through the more specific categories on BransonShows.com.
3. Involve the other people with whom you travel. It's always wise to keep your fellow travelers (especially if they're family) happy and content. If you know that your child likes magic, then start looking under the magic category to see what shows you might also want to see.
4. Know the dates and the days of the week of your trip (as sometimes this changes what times the shows play). From there, start noting times (like Yakov Smirnoff performs at 9:30am and 3pm).
5. Avoid price-intimidation. Individually purchased shows add up quickly, but Branson shows are way below the cost of Chicago or New York City productions.
6. Save money by planning with BransonShows.com. The vacation described in the beginning easily spreads across three days, and ends up costing only approximately $145 per person. The quick-and-easy scheduling on the site will save you time and money, as well as eliminating the frustration of having unhappy travel mates.
So how do you choose what shows to go to? Simple, pick your favorites. Narrow down the options but remember to keep everyone you travel with happy. With the right scheduling and the help of BransonShows.com, it's entirely possible to live out your dream vacation without breaking the bank.
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