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Never knew Branson, Missouri had a claim to being the “Live Music Capital of the World.” Even if that weren’t true, it looks like there’s still tons to do out there—with activities ranging from museum tours to spelunking. A travel agency called Branson Getaways offers eight different tour packages, plus the option to customize your vacation. They’re also associated with over 30 inns, hotels, and other places to stay in while visiting. Silver Dollar City appears to be an excellent place to see; it’s a theme park set near the Ozarks and apart from the thrill rides, its interesting attractions include dozens of craftsmen and artisans who show visitors the practices and skills used in their crafts during the 19th century. A proverbial walk back in time, I suppose. Oh and yes, they’ve got a free vacation giveaway thing going on so I guess that’s worth a look. Overall, the vacation and tour packages seem tailor-made for families and people looking for a quick break somewhere close to home, so Branson is a good option if you fall into any of these categories.