Veterans Day in Branson

• Day 1

  Frontier Airlines has started service from Sacramento with a stop in Denver arriving into Branson’s new airport! No more long drive from and to Kansas City anymore. Upon landing you will be just 15 minutes from your hotel located in the middle of the Branson Landing. The Landing sits on the banks of Lake Taneycomo with a friendly pedestrian area of shops and restaurants. Only steps away is Branson’s old town with its quaint shops including Dick’s Five & Dime. You will arrive at your hotel by 3:00pm and have a few hours to settle in before dinner and your first show which is filled with giggles, guitar and gigantic special effects. Mr. Jim Stafford is sure to keep you rolling in the aisles. The Hilton Promenade – 5 nights (D)

• Day 2

  This morning is free as we realize you will be tired from your travel day and evening show last night. This afternoon get the lay of the land with a scenic tour of the local area including the College of the Ozarks. Known locally as “Hard Work U,” no student pays tuition. Rather, they work on the school farm, in the bakery and elsewhere to earn their education. Tonight’s show is sure to get you in the holiday spirit! Celebrate Christmas with The Gatlin Brothers and special guest Debbie Boone. (B,D)

• Day 3

  In Branson, the pride and recognition of our nation’s many heroes still rings out loud and clear every year. Touted as America’s largest Veterans Day celebration, it provides a place where everyone can come to pay tribute to our many war veterans. At 11:00am the 76th annual Veterans Day Parade will pass close by your hotel. An afternoon visit to the Veterans Memorial Museum is a fitting tribute to our American servicemen and women. Tonight’s dinner is at a Branson landmark, the Candlestick Inn. Your evening show has Tony Orlando joining the Lennon Sisters. Tony showcases his chart topping songs including “Tie a Yellow Ribbon around the Old Oak Tree”, “Sweet Gypsy Rose” and then The Lennon Sisters sing harmony from their hearts with musical memories from their 50 years as America’s Sweethearts of Song. (B,D)

• Day 4

  Yakov Smirnoff, the famous Russian comedian delivers explosive laughter in a show this morning filled with brilliant special effects, dazzling dancing, heart filled moments, and just plain fun. Tonight you can choose to see Andy Williams or a performance by legendary fiddle player Shoji Tabuchi. Shoji’s lavish production with high tech surprises and elaborate stage sets is truly unforgettable. (Please choose one at the time of your reservation) (B,D)

• Day 5

  From country to Broadway to gospel, The Hughes Brothers delight audiences of all ages with spine-tingling harmonies, energetic dancing and hilarious antics. A special night is in store watching the legend Johnny Mathis. His two Grammy nominations for “Chances Are” and “Misty” mark only a few of his honors. Known for “Wonderful, Wonderful” and “It’s Not For Me To Say” – Johnny’s career reached a peak on the billboard pop chart in 1957 and was followed by his first #1 hit “Chances Are”. Johnny’s “Greatest Hits” became one of the most popular albums of all time and spent an unprecedented 490 continuous weeks. (B,D)

• Day 6

  Brunch is scheduled before your 2:30pm flight which stops in Denver before arriving in Sacramento at 7:35pm (BR)

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