Long Weekend Getaway Package to Branson

If you are looking for a great weekend getaway, why not try Branson, Missouri. There is a great package offered by Hilton called The Hilton Winter Escape Package. This package is available at the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing and the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel. From February 5-8, you can get deluxe accommodations, a free movie, and free breakfast for only $79.00 per night.



Located in the heart of historic downtown Branson, you can revel in the lap of luxury, while being only minutes away from shopping and entertainment. After waking up and enjoying your free breakfast, head on down to the Titanic Museum, which is located only 4 miles from the hotel. This museum holds more than 400 actual artifacts from the Titanic. As a unique surprise for that special someone, during the month of February, you can renew your wedding vows on the grand Staircase, with the ceremony presided over by the ship's captain; due to the popularity of this event, I would recommend making your reservations at the same time you reserve your hotel. If you have any questions, the hotel’s Concierge will help you. To celebrate your renewed vows, you can both head over to Dino’s Karrot Cake Company for a sumptuous desert, but be sure to leave room for dinner.

Once back at the hotel, drop by the Liberty Tavern Restaurant at Branson Landing and try one of their signature dishes: Prime Rib or the fabulous New England Seafood Potpie. If staying at the Hilton Branson Convention Center, stop by Trofi for Mediterranean-style cuisine. If you’re both too tired to make it down to eat, they have room service, so you can enjoy your meal in the privacy of your own room. After a long day, a luxurious soak in the extra-deep bathtubs awaits you or if you still have energy to spare, head on down for a workout or swim.

As the day comes to an end, lay your head on the down-filled pillows, pull the soft, down-filled comforter over you and dream of another day in Branson.

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Preparing Your Car for Vacations

It’s 3:30 in the morning and my mom has just come in to wake me up. I’m so excited I can hardly wait. I get dressed and make my way out to the car. We quietly get everything put in the trunk and stealthily make our way from the house. It’s going to be a long 12 hour trip, but I don’t care we are going to Portland, Oregon and Mt. Hood. I get to have Fish and Chips for dinner and after that, we hit Dairy Queen for an ice cream cone. This is our annual vacation and I used to look forward to it each year.

Now that I am older and have a family of my own, I have come to realize the amount of preparation my dad went through to make sure our vacation was as safe and free of mechanical breakdowns. Now is the time to prepare for your trip. Although gas prices are high and you may travel closer to home, you still need to do a few things that will help prepare you for the road ahead.

The first item on the agenda will be to get your car serviced. I would suggest you fight the urge to take your car to one of those “quick lube” places. Make sure the job is done right the first time and take your car to your regular mechanic. It may cost a little more, but you get peace of mind in return for the extra cash outlay. Here is a list of things that should be done before any long trip. These items will help assure that your car is running smoothly and efficiently.

Get a Tune-Up. This should be done at least once a year.

Get your fluids checked. This is usually done at the time of an oil change.

Get your oil changed.

Have your tires rotated. This will ensure that your tires wear evenly.

Have your air pressure checked. This is one of the leading causes of poor gas mileage.

Make sure you have new filters. The air and oil filters are usually replaced when you get an oil change, but it doesn’t hurt to check and be sure.

Have your mechanic check and make sure all the belts are “right and tight”.

Have the breaks checked.

Don’t overload the trunk. The extra weight will reduce your gas mileage.

These are just a few of the most important items that should be taken care of. Yes, it is just the usual routine automobile maintenance that every car should have; however it usually ends up being far from routine.

I hope these few tips have helped. Remember, this is your vacation…..stay off the cell phone!! You don’t need to talk on the phone while driving. Talk to your family instead, they’re the reason your on vacation in the first place.

Have a safe and wonderful vacation! If you want, send me a picture of your favorite destination and we can have a contest and see if anyone can name where it is!

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