Is Branson a good place to visit? It’s no surprise that we think so, but we are thrilled to announce that the sightseers on TripAdvisor agree! In fact, they think we’re one of the top travel destinations in the country! Earlier this month, Branson was awarded #19 on the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards list of the top 25 United States destinations. The full list looks like this:
- New York City, New York
- Chicago, Illinois
- San Francisco, California
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Los Angeles, California
- San Diego, California
- Seattle, Washington
- Washington DC, District of Columbia
- Orlando, Florida
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Houston, Texas
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Portland, Oregon
- San Antonio, Texas
- Palm Springs, California
- Austin, Texas
- Branson, Missouri
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Miami, Florida
It’s so wonderful to see Branson and the Ozarks getting the attention they deserve. So if you’re wondering, “Is Branson a good place to visit?”, let us tell you why we (and the good people at TripAdvisor) think so.
Is Branson a Good Place to Visit?
Is Branson a good place to visit? Of course it is! First off, let’s let the good people at TripAdvisor explain why they love Branson:
“It’s called the Live Music Show Capital of the World—on any given day, almost 90 music, magic, and comedy shows run at 50+ theaters. You might catch Tony Orlando, the Osmonds, or Marty Stuart, all regulars. (Think Las Vegas without the casinos and people drinking margaritas-by-the-yard at 10 am.) Between shows, enjoy nature in the Ozarks—you’ll find great fishing, hiking, biking and water sports in the area.”
The website also included the following “don’t miss” attractions: the Titanic Museum, Table Rock Lake, and Showboat Branson Belle.
Ross Summers, President of the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau had this to say about the honor:
“It’s fun to see our little town listed among all the popular cities on this list, but TripAdvisor regulars are experts at discerning what it takes to be a great destination and not necessarily a big one. Some people might be surprised to see Branson on the list of 25 best American destinations, but we’re not. Branson has been welcoming folks for more than 100 years and it is our great hospitality that keeps them coming back.”
We couldn’t agree more. There are so many great things to do and see in Branson. If you’re planning a trip to Branson in 2014, consider adding one (or all!) of the following to your itinerary:
- Attend a live show
- Eat a delicious meal
- Go to Silver Dollar City
- Visit Lake Taneycomo or Table Rock
- Shop till you drop
- Visit the area’s caves
- Go golfing
- Go horseback riding
- Check out Branson Ziplines
Is Branson a good place to visit? If you’re still not convinced, please check out our top 10 reasons to vacation in Branson in 2014. Affordable, charming, and exciting for people of all ages, you can’t go wrong with Branson, Missouri. And if you do choose to visit Branson this year, please check out Branson Vacation Rentals. We have cabins and condos of various sizes all around Branson, so whether you’re a couple looking for a retreat, a family taking your summer vacation, or a large group hoping to hold your reunion in Branson, we’ve got you covered. Check out our website or give us a call at 417-832-9991.