subject: Branson Shows The World It's A Great Place To Retire [print this page] What's the first word that comes to mind when you hear the word "Branson." "Shows" was your answer, wasn't it? Perhaps another word that should come to mind is "retirement."
Many people are discovering that Branson, MO, is the ideal place to spend their golden years. Even Business Week magazine listed it in the top 18 places to retire. There are many reasons, but the main one is the climate. Branson's winters are very mild, averaging only a couple of inches of snowfall. Thus, those who want warmer temperatures, but would miss the change of seasons, would be quite content here. The summers are usually sunny and hot, but not excessively so. You'll still be able to spend plenty of time outdoors.
And you certainly would want to spend time outdoors. Branson and the Ozarks are absolutely gorgeous and unique. Rather than tall mountains, the Ozarks are deep wooded gorges and sharply rising timbered hills that extend for miles. Visit the Mark Twain National Forest and be astounded by the beauty.
If golf is your thing, Branson is the right place. Business Week noted 47 golf courses within the 95-mile radius encompassing Fayetteville, AR, and Branson. These range from local public courses to elite resorts like Stonebridge Meadows (in Fayetteville) and Branson Creek (rated eighth best course in the state by Golf Digest magazine). The golf season in the Ozarks is about nine months long, plenty of time to enjoy your favorite pastime.
If fishing is more your speed, you can't beat the trout at Lake Taneycomo. And hunters can also find the perfect spot to bag that trophy buck. Those who prefer to do their hunting in stores will love the outlet malls and gift shops that surround Branson.
People looking at retirement options sometimes fail to consider the local economy, thinking it really isn't a factor. However, a booming economy will ensure the services retirees need are offered: health care, social services, activities. The Ozark economy is quite strong, not only because of Branson shows but also because of nearby Bentonville, AR, the home of Wal-Mart.
Branson shows are another good reason to retire to this area. There is always something interesting going on, no matter what your tastes are. If you like country-western music, there's plenty of that. If you like oldies from the 40s and 50s, there's plenty of that too. Even if you want a circus-themed love story and adventure, you can get that at Yakov Smirnoff's Dinner Adventure.
Branson shows are especially popular with retirees. The locals realize this, and thus they pull out all the stops to make sure senior citizens are comfortable. Everything is readily accessible and geared toward their tastes and budgets. To make it easy to visit the grandchildren (and for them to visit you), the city recently opened a regional airport.
Branson shows are what made the area famous, but the area's beauty, climate, and affordability are what make it the ideal retirement option. Come to Branson, where the people are unfailingly friendly, and this is where you'll likely stay.
by: Yakovsmirnoffs
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