For years, there were folks I knew around the Northeast that would take a day or a one night trip to New York City. They would look at all of the fantastic Christmas window displays, buy some Christmas presents, and then maybe take in a Broadway show or see the Rockettes. Of course, all sorts of culinary delights awaited you if you had the time.
The Hilton is promoting the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing as the real ultimate place to go this holiday season. Yes, Branson. I always remember on The Simpsons that there was a brochure that said: “So You’ve Settled for Branson.” Actually, in the past decade, it is being promoted as a “family friendly Vegas.” There are a few different packages to choose from at both this property and the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel. All of the packages are in tune with the season and have names like “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.” Packages includes features such as visits with Santa, Spa Treatments and more. For example, at the Hilton Promenade, the Santa in Branson Packages includes breakfast for four, picture with Santa, cookies and milk, and gifts for registered children.
The package that I think would be the most memorable would be the Polar Express package. For $289, a family of four receives deluxe accommodations, first class tickets on the Polar Express, hot chocolate, a souvenir ceramic mug and more. If you have additional children, or have other folks who would like to ride with you, additional advance tickets are available at $49.00 per adult and $39.00 per child. Children are considered between the ages of 2 and 12. Of course there is a Christmas Song that is “to kids from 1 to 92,” but the idea of “kid” is a little less loose here.
So, if you need a little break this holiday season, either before the festivities begin, or want to celebrate by taking a break from the relatives, Branson, with the views of the Ozarks might be a new place for you to try.
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