Tag: travel
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2022 Summer Vacation: Part One – Drury Plaza Hotel Cape Girardeau Conference Center
Really? You’re writing about a Drury hotel to kick off your 2022 summer vacation editorial series? Yes, I am. Because the place was just that good. Let me provide a little context. My family and I planned to leave Friday afternoon on July 1st in order to visit Gulfport, Mississippi before moving on to New…
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Reza’s Edge Of Illusion: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 14)
When we researched our 2019 Spring Break trip to Branson, everything said Reza was a must. I’ve never heard of the guy, so after exploring his website and reading a few reviews, I presented him as a possibility to the family. My wife and kids really like magicians and illusionists, so we figured we’d give him…
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World’s Largest Toy Museum: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 13)
I’ve had a love affair with toys my entire life. I’m not exactly sure what they represent to me or why I’m still drawn to them, but I’m always game to check out the toy aisles with my kids! In fact, before my children were born, I still collected certain toys that aligned with my…
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The Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 12)
While in Branson during Spring Break, we decided to check out The Butterfly Palace and Rainforest Adventure. As is almost everything in Branson, it proved very easy to find. When we first arrived, we entered the main doors which fed into a large circular room with a very high-ceiling. Wide, gradual stairs lined this round…
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Branson Scenic Railway: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 11)
While in Branson during our spring break, we thought it might be fun to take a train ride on the Branson Scenic Railway. After looking into it a bit, I particularly liked that a few of the passenger cars had clear, domed roofs which allowed unencumbered views of the scenery. It sounded like an interesting…
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Dolly Parton’s Stampede: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 10)
If you’re going to Branson, you have to take part in Dolly Parton’s Stampede, right? Believe it or not, my wife and I actually enjoyed Stampede in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, long before our children were born. Because we had some experience with it, we knew our kids would love the show. We also knew they’d…
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Silver Dollar City: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 9)
A trip to Branson could never be complete without visiting Silver Dollar City! Frankly, I didn’t really care that much if we made it to this theme park or not. While it certainly looked fun, nothing can compare to Disney World in my mind. I figured it would be a pale imitation. We got off…
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Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 8)
Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety came highly recommended by the online community, so we figured we’d give it a shot. After all, it sounded perfect for the family. Magic, acrobatics, singing — something for everyone! Like with the Amazing Acrobatics of Shanghai, we were a little surprised to find that the show took place on a stage…
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Mel’s Hard Luck Diner: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 7)
We needed another meal idea while in Branson, so I yet again ran to Google to search the best reviewed restaurants in the area. I couldn’t believe it when a placed called Mel’s Hard Luck Diner appeared near the top of the list. Not exactly an appetizing name, right? I took a look at the…
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Hollywood Wax Museum: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 6)
Who doesn’t love a good wax museum? When researching Branson, the Hollywood Wax Museum came up quite a bit as something visitors must do. My wife and I took our kids, and we all had a ball. With King Kong and plenty of outdoor attractions, the museum makes a great first impression. We played around…
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