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the Landing is the Big one obviously but there is so much to do downtown. Have a great coffee at Starbucks, or hit one of the great flea Markets, or check out Branson Pawn, or Lightning Pawn shop. Or eat at one of the great Restaurants. The downtown is worth checking out. Here is a list of shops to take a look at while your downtown.  1)Downtown treasures-antiques,flea market items, guitars, this place has it all. Don't miss this place as you walk around downtown.  2)Lightning Pawn-the owner used to hang with Elvis. Need we say more. And we can. This is beyond a pawnshop. From DVDs to electronics to Vintage toys, this is the place to take a look.  3)Branson Pawn from the hit reality TV show with non other than local car collector Scott Velvett this place is worth checking out.  4)Two more flea markets side by side across from Starbucks, and many other restaurants mixed in,to check out. 

Top Indoor Pools of Branson, mo I'm a big fan of Hotels that have incredible indoor pools. Here is a list of hotels that have incredible indoor pools.  1) Southern Oaks Inn- an incredible indoor pool located in their back building. One of the best designed indoor pools I have ever seen. If you stay here the pool has to be the number one reason.  2) Stone Castle hotel- two incredible indoor pools, with Jacuzzi's. Newly remodeled these pools are worth checking out. Crystal clear every day you know these pools are well taken care of.  3) The Barrington -quite a unique property in itself. All inside, the pool is located in the right section of the property.  4) Castle rock -Currently under construciton 03/13/22 I'm not sure their indoor pool is working.  But it would be a pool party extravaganze this place is worth checking out. Located on Green Mountain drive, this is the newest water park around. So check it out! 5) Grand Country -boasting indoor and out...

Branson is the place for some great shopping. Ever since the closing of the Red roof mall, Branson's favorite boutiques have expanded and continue to do so. Here is a list of some great spots to get your groove on.  1) Tanger mall -probably one of the best places to shop on black Friday, it is great all year long. And worth the look. From Polo, to LHBP (Leggs,Hanes balley platex) to the Gap. This is the place to be. A few eating spots are mixed in, to get you by until you get to that great store your looking for! 2) The Branson Landing -this place hosts great Restuarants, shops, a million dollar fire spewing fountain. And Lake tours! How do you get all that into one place. Its spread out over 13 Acres, and can be done in a whole day.  3) Apple Tree Mall- for the great flea market feel, this is the place to shop. A good quarter of a  day or so, to get through everything, they have tons of booths. A must see.  4) Downtown treasures -a great place worth the look w...

Antiquing and Branson has always seemed to go together. Ageing country stars, traditional values, and now antiques. Well we've had a lot of antique shops over the years, so its really nothing new really. Well something just old. Here's a list of a few shops where you can go and find some very unique items.  1) Apple tree mall-located mid town, right next to Applebee's this place probably has at least 50,000 square feet of antique fun. Individual booth owners, bring there goods far and wide. Lots of things from DVD's to 1950's and beyond collectibles, swords, clothing, and just about anything is here. This is number one on my list because over the years I've gone here the most.  2)Downtown has two antique shops. On the right hand side as you head down to the landing,  worth a look.  3) Lightning Pawn -opened by their Dad who met Elvis. This pawnshop has all kinds of things. From guitars to vintage toys, to DVD's not far from two other flea markets. This ...

Top Magic Shows of Branson Mo       Branson is known for its Live shows. And the genre of Magic is no different. As one show goes, another comes almost on a monthly basis. From country to magic to almost anything, out of the box can happen in Branson.       And over the years we've had our choice of great magicians. From Malinda's magical mansion, to Kirby Vanburch, to even David Copperfield. all have put on incredible shows, and all are gone as of today. But the great thing about magic is it's staying power. Here is some info about some of our great magic shows.  1) The Magic of Taylor Reed - great magic with Illusions and close up magic as well. Participates with the audience and has a great loose feel with his audiences. Location: Branson star Theater 2) The Revollusionists - Great cutting edge magic and lots of great tricks, such as getting out of a strait jacket, and close up card tricks.  3) Rick Thomas -Last seen at t...