![]() About 60 percent of visitors typically come more than 300 miles, with an additional 28 percent from between 100 and 300 miles and 12 percent from the local area, city officials say. That fits Branson’s pattern of visitation. “When gas prices go up, people in the Midwest say, ‘Let’s go to Branson instead of Galveston, Texas, or the gulf,'” Morse said. The rebates will put up to $1,800 in the wallets of a couple with two kids in the coming weeks.Īnd higher gas prices mean that people will want to drive to places closer to home. Morse said Branson and other destinations will likely also profit from tax-rebate checks that are the centerpiece of President Bush’s $168 billion rescue package for a wobbly economy. It’s part of an expansion at Celebration City theme park. The family-owned theater company specializes in bringing religious epics to the stage with massive sets, glossy production values, dozens of actors and, in the case of Noah, 100 live and 200 animatronic animals.Īnother major newcomer is the $2 million Roaring Falls water ride, which drops visitors five stories. The $65 million, 2,085-seat Branson theater is the first new location for Lancaster County, Pa.-based Sight & Sound Theaters, which bills itself as “the Christian Broadway.” One is a huge new theater with a wraparound stage the size of five basketball courts that will open May 24 for the debut of “Noah – The Musical,” based on the biblical story. The two biggest new attractions in Branson this year fit the template of wholesome family fun. ![]() “The drive-to destinations will do better than the fly-to ones like Orlando,” said Morse, an economist and director of the Tourism Institute at the University of Tennessee. With jet fuel even more expensive than gas, airlines have raised fares and cut back on capacity. Tourism expert Steve Morse says Branson stands a good chance of meeting its growth goals this year because many Americans will pick destinations they can drive to rather than fly. In the past two years, Branson’s numbers grew 14 percent, while the national figure was 3 percent. The average show ticket in Branson is $29, while Las Vegas shows average $130-$150 per ticket.ĭuring the 2001 recession, Branson experienced a 1.4 percent decline in tourists, but it rebounded in 2002 with 3.5 percent growth as people stayed closer to home after the Sept. The average daily hotel rate is $75.90, compared with a national tab of $103, according to industry research group Smith Travel. “We want people to think about Branson as great place to bring families together.”īranson officials say the town’s costs for tourists are below national averages. “We are promoting our values and our value,” said Dan Lennon, vice president of the Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. That would be just at or above the Travel Industry Association’s forecast of 2 percent growth in leisure travel nationally. “Stick to what you know” could be the motto for Branson, Mo., this year as the Ozarks resort town focuses on its wholesome country, pop music and family entertainment roots, plus recent upgrades in shopping and hotels, to ride out the national economic downturn.īranson tourism leaders are hopeful they can continue a track record of outperforming the national industry, projecting 2 percent to 3 percent more visitors than last year’s 8.4 million. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! □. Jessie, your achievements inspire us all, and we are incredibly proud to have you as part of our team. This prestigious recognition is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence and his outstanding contributions to our field. The ceremony, held on March 23, 2024, at the historic Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, was a testament to Jessie's dedication and hard work. Not only has Jessie demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, but he has also spearheaded cost-saving measures and efficiency initiatives that have made a significant impact. □ Celebrating Excellence in Leadership! □ We are thrilled to announce and congratulate Jessie Arrellano for being recognized by California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Santa Ana River Basin Section (SARBS) as Supervisor of the Year! □ His outstanding leadership and invaluable contributions to wastewater management projects, including the HTCWRF and RWRF expansion projects, have truly set a standard for excellence in our industry. Rice Canyon Reservoir Access Road and New Conduit Project.Sedco Hills and Avenues Septic to Sewer Conversion Project.Bedford Coldwater Groundwater Sustainability Authority.Santa Rosa Regional Resources Authority.
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