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Thanks! Spring Break is definitely not the time if you don't like crowds! Fall is usually a much better time. I have seen it then when you could just basically get right on the river boats. It's still a fun place with great places to eat anytime though. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel.

You're welcome! When I was working in education, we had conferences there pretty often and it was great for that. There's lots of good food and lots of places to explore in addition to the River Walk. Thanks for the comment! Hope you can make it down there one day.

Very true! I do the best that I can!

@@findushere You did a great job.

@@murphysoutfitters9649 Thanks again!

Love that bridge. It's one of the scenic places on highway. I did realize that was the same track as the Branson Scenic Railroad. Thanks for the information and for watching and commenting.

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Thank you! It is a beautiful area. Thanks for watching and commenting.

Sorry you didn't like it...

It was certainly raining the week we were on this cruise but I was prepared and it didn't bother me that much. I also heard from someone on the cruise the next week and the weather was good so it's probably hit or miss. I've heard the same things in May. Thanks for watching and commenting!

You're very welcome! It's so nice to hear that what I do is helpful to someone. Your cruise does not have to be stressful. You can find many places on board the ship to just sit back, relax, and take it all in with zero stress. Also the ports are easy to take at your own pace. The White Pass Railway is a great trip. I've taken it many times and keep going back to do it again. There are so many choices of food that I think you'll be able to find plenty of things you'll like that will meet your needs. Thank you again for watching and commenting. I hope you have a great cruise! If you have questions, feel free to reach out.

You're welcome! I too have been there before but this time was different. It was not busy at all and it was cool and rainy instead of the usual hectic and busy days in the summer. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

We didn't go through Springdale on this trip. This route bypasses it but we've been through there many times. Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment.

We stayed at the Hotel Nexus in Seattle. The hotel was fine but the location was north of the port and far from the airport which is south. It was arranged for our group by the cruise planner. If I were doing it again I would stay close to the airport or somewhere between the port and airport. Thanks for watching and commenting. I hope you have a great cruise. It's a great trip!

@@findushere thanks for the info, safe travels in the future

@@randytroxell4974 You're welcome and thank you!

I don't ride but it seems like a great ride on a motorcycle. Thanks for watching and commenting!

Thank you! I used a combination of a GoPro Hero 9 and an iPhone 14 Pro. Both have great stabilization so no gimbal was needed. The GoPro worked particularly well in the rain because of its fixed focus. Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

You're welcome! Enjoyed tonight's premiere chat!

You're welcome! August should be better for storms for sure! Keep in mind though that it still rains a lot in southeast Alaska so keep that in mind when packing. Have a great cruise! Thanks for watching and commenting.

Sorry about that! Honestly in several cases I just forgot to take the pictures and didn't always have good close ups but still wanted to give everyone an idea of what the food was like. Thanks for watching anyway!...and taking the time to comment.

Thank you so much! I hope the videos help. Be sure to reach out if you have questions. Thanks for watching and commenting.

Don't really have to yell 😃but traffic can be pretty bad but much better in the last few years. There are many alternate routes now. I think it's all about what you are looking for. Thanks for watching and commenting.

Learn the parallel routes. Turn off Roark Valley and come back up where you need to be. That kind of thing.

@@williammain7281 I agree. Traffic is not much of an issue anymore. I've done videos on all of the alternate routes. Thanks for the comment!

It's a nice trip. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

I do like Chinese food. I hope to make a trip to that part of Oklahoma soon. I'll add it to my list. Thanks! And, thanks for watching and commenting.

It's a great place! Good luck to you and your family. Thanks for watching and commenting.

Thank you and thank you for watching and commenting!

You're welcome again! Thanks for taking part in the chat.

You're welcome! The Pine Beatle damage throughout the west is indeed depressing. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

Thank you! I'm pretty happy with it!

Sorry you didn't like the music but thanks for watching.

Haha...You're welcome. Things are definitely a little pricey there! Thanks for Watching and commenting.

Lost River has been replaced by Mystic River Falls which is seen in this video.

It has changed a lot but I feel like the old character is still there.

Glad I could help! Thanks for the subscription and for watching and commenting!

Thank you and thanks for watching and commenting!

@@Kamikaze3557 definitely Silver Dollar City! Check out my 3-part Silver Dollar City series in the Branson playlist. Thanks for watching and commenting!

Yes, that is true. It is pretty much booked. I'm in Branson right now and I'm even staying in a hotel! But, I'm not complaining. Thanks for checking. Sorry it's not available. Hope you can make it another time. Thanks for watching the video!

I like almost any kind of barbeque but my go to is always brisket and sausage. There's lots of good barbeque down here but Coopers is one of the very best. They just opened a Black's in Waco and I can't wait to give it a try. I'll certainly post a video when I do. It's a Texas legend! Thanks for watching and commenting.

Thank you! I'm in Branson now and it is definitely much busier here, at least judging from the people at the Landing. I'm staying downtown and just got here yesterday evening so I haven't even driven down the strip yet. I'll do that today though. Thanks for commenting!

@@findushere What a coincidence, I'm headed to Branson in the morning. Taking the scenic route, but I'll be at the Honor America celebration at C of O tomorrow night.

@@murphysoutfitters9649 We're headed back home Monday morning otherwise I'd say we should try to meet up...one of these days!

@@findushere Sounds good.

Nice job with the backroads! I'm in Branson right now and it seems much more busy now! Thanks for watching and commenting.

Thanks for watching and for the comment. I have not been to Faith Life Church. You're right is was built by Johnny Cash and was to be part of an entire entertainment complex at the time. Thanks again.

i rember we went there whenit was light show's Back in the 1990's have a good weekend

@@brucesumter4327 Thank you!

I traveled with one large checked bag and a backpack but I packed two large coats for friends in addition to mine in my luggage and also a sports jacket for formal nights. I also packed a flannel pull over and zip up and a waterproof shell. If I hadn't been packing the big coats, it would have been too large for me. One lady in my group was able to pack in one checked bag and small carry on minus the coat I packed for her. I think May is a good time but I hear it can be cool and rainy one week and beautiful the next. That being said it rained on us all week and since I was prepared I still enjoyed it thoroughly!

Many thanks for the details! I packed my Waterpik for the 4-day cruise to Cozumel 😂

How exciting! I know you'll have a great trip and love it! You're welcome and I hope they help you have a better trip. Have fun and thanks for watching.

How was it as a resident?

The Ozark Mountain Highroad is such an easy and scenic route to the west side of Branson and is often the fastest. I often go that way just for the enjoyment if nothing else. The Reed Springs exit is a bit of a winding road so it can be a little slower. I drive down into Hollister every time I am in Branson. It is such a unique place, plus Hook and Ladder Pizza is there! I'm heading to Arkansas (and eventually Branson) next week to do some video for the channel but won't be down south in your direction on this one. Hope to make it that way soon. Thanks again for watching and as always for your support of the channel.

You're welcome for the video and thanks for the comment! That RV Park always seems busy in the summer. I don't have an RV but it does look relaxing down there. I'm not sure about the flea market. I think that's just Branson Landing parking. Thanks for watching the video!

Thank you. Heading to Arkansas for a few days and then to Branson next week to make some more! Thanks for your ongoing support!

Thank you! That is the hope I want to dive deeper into lots of things in Branson but I still have lots of drives to make!

@@findushere Hmmm. What about a drive to an attraction, then deeper dive into that attraction, all in one video?? But may be better to keep them separate?

@@murphysoutfitters9649 That is always a good question and I always weigh which is best in my mind. I have done that on some videos I make but I become conscience of the length of the drive for those who just come to the channel to watch the video on a particular place or attraction. As an example, I did a recent video in San Antonio where I videoed the whole drive from my sister's to Lupe Tortilla, reviewed the restaurant, food, etc. and then drove back by a different route. I ended up thinking it was a bit much. I always like to include at least a little of the drive though for location perspective. CZcams is always such a balancing act! Thanks for your comments. I always find them helpful and thought provoking.

@@findushere Maybe just the last 15 seconds of the drive to show how the driveway looks on approach? It's so easy to miss your turn when you're not sure what you're looking for.

@@murphysoutfitters9649 That's a good idea.