1. New Branson Municipal Airport - Branson has a new regional airport that opened May of 2009.  The Airport will offer low-fare flights through AirTran, such as $99 flights to & from Atlanta. read more at www.flybranson.com

2. Table Rock Lake - The lake is a jump away from the new airport & Branson.  It is among the cleanest lakes in the nation and a great environment for family fun. Read more about Table Rock Lake & lake real estate at www.branson-lakehomes.com

3. Affordable Live Entertainment - Branson is within two tanks of gas of half the population of the United States and has over 100 daily live shows with ticket prices well under $50.  Where else can you get that much entertainment for a better price. Branson features shows like, "The Oak Ridge Boys."

4.  Golf - Branson is an avid golfers delight!  Affordable top-notch golfing.  Branson is home to #1 public golf course in Missouri (Branson Creek Golf Course) and three other signature golf course.  John Daly's Murderrock Golf Course, Payne Stewart Golf Course, & Ledgestone Golf Course.

5.  Shopping - Branson has more shopping (per capita) than anywhere else in the nation.  The Branson Landing is a waterfront Branson shopping destination with name brand stores and restuarants.

6.  Big Cedar Lodge - Is a rustic family fun resort in the beautiful Ozark Mountains just south of Branson.  The lodge offers access to Table Rock Lake, horseback riding, fine dining, cabins, & much more.  Most people continue to come back and stay at Big Cedar Lodge year after year. Learn more at www.bigcedarlodge.com

7.  Silver Dollar City - Is an extraordinary theme park in Branson.  It began as a natural cave tour and expanded into a family retreat as popularity increased.  You will find rollar coasters, good food, water rides, shows, unique stores all themed after the Ozarks. Get Silver Dollar City Tickets.

8.  Chateau on the Lake - Is a AAA four diamond luxury Branson hotel & convention center.  The resort sits over-looking Table Rock Lake, 10 stories high.  Enjoy fine dining or take a retreat to the spa area.  www.chateauonthelake.com

9.  Restaurants - Branson has over 400 restaurants to choose from covering all your dining wants!  You will find many local restaurants and the well-known chains too.

There you have it...9 reasons to visit Branson Missouri in 2009.  There are of course more than 9 reasons...but you can figure those out when you visit!

Branson Creek Golf Club
Branson Creek Gold Club is the #1 public golf course in the state if MO. It is located within the 7,500 acre development of Branson Creek.

John Daly's Golf
John Daly's Golf & Country Club recently opened in 2007. The 18 hole championship course boasts 40 mile view from the clubhouse. Located within the 7,500 acre development of Branson Creek.

Ledgestone Country Club
Ledgestone Country Club is an 18 hole championship golf course located within the exclusive gated community of Stonebridge.

The Tribute to Payne Stewart
The Tribute to Payne Stewart Golf Course is a new course being built. It is located within the Branson Hills Development.

Thousand Hills
Thousand Hills Golf Course is located in the Heart of Branson, MO.  It is an 18 hole golf course with several par 3's.

Point Royale
Point Royale Golf Course is an established 18 hole golf course in the heart of Branson. It is located within a gated community and back up to Lake Taneycomo.

Holiday Hills
Holiday Hills Resort & Golf Course is a great place to play at an affordable price.

Branson Missouri residential housing communites: Black Oak Estates, Branson Hills, Branson North, Cobblestone, Country Bluff Estates, Emory Creek, Hidden Meadows, Hideaway Hills, Holiday Hills, Hummingbird Hills, Horizon Hills, MeadowRidge, Mill Creek, Mills Hollow Estates, Pointe Royale, Savannah Place, Spring Meadows, Stephens Subdivision, Stonebridge, Summerbrooke, Summerwood, Sycamore Farms, Ashbrooke, The Legends, Vista Ridge, Woodbridge Estates. You can use the interactive Branson Missouri residential map to zoom in and out on communities. Find locations and driving distances.

Lake Taneycomo & Table Rock Lake communities: Paradise Point, Emerald Pointe, Celebration Cove, Briarwood, River Bend Place, The Majestic, Grand Cru on the Lake, Branson Landing. You can zoom in and out of the interactive lake communities map below to locate and get directions to each lake community.