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@xobot40 18 сағат бұрын
Excellent video! Thank you
@billw5823 Күн бұрын
It's technically not in Branson but the Osage Restaurant up at Top of the Rock is probably one of the top 3 restaurants in Branson. It isn't cheap but some of the dishes are incredible and the view is outstanding.
@findushere Күн бұрын
I agree! I love that place. It probably deserves its own review. And, you're right, it can get a bit pricey especially if you have a very big group. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@ChrisInMissouri Күн бұрын
I grew up in Rockaway. It's sad to see what it is today compared to the 80's & 90's. It was a super fun little town back then, and I always heard it was a great resort town goin back even to the 40's. I always joked that if I won one of those billion dollar lotteries, I would buy the entire town and level everything except the Pizza Cellar (on the left side at 09:15) and start over. 🤣
@findushere Күн бұрын
I unfortunately never saw it in any of those days but I've heard that from a number of people. I've also wondered about the Pizza Cellar. It's an interesting looking place and I've wondered if I should try it. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!
@ChrisInMissouri 22 сағат бұрын
@@findushere "The Cellar" as the locals call it is an institution in Taney Co. It's a "dive bar" in every sense of the word, but also happens to have some pretty dang good pizza (which oddly enough is a "Chicago Tavern Style"). The Cellar has a charm to it that can only be explained by growing up going there. I've been going since the early 80's and it still looks, feels, and smells the same as it did back then. Aside from a modern jukebox and the ability to take credit cards, it's like a time capsule.
@findushere 20 сағат бұрын
@@ChrisInMissouri Sounds like I definitely need to go there!
@ginagreen1202 2 күн бұрын
Not very crowded at all. Must have been a weekday?
@findushere 2 күн бұрын
It was a Friday, April 12. It really was not crowded but kids were in school so I guess that was part of it. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
@robertcollins6414 2 күн бұрын
It’s so unrecognizable to me. Last time I was there was in 1981. It started with coming into Branson with the Hi Ho motel and starving Marvins on the left side of the strip and it dead ended at Sammy lanes boat dock on Lake Taneycomo. Hard anything I recognize. The only shows was the Plummer Family, the Presley‘s , the bob o links , the balbknobers, foggy mountain boys.
@findushere 2 күн бұрын
Wow that brings back memories! You are so right. It's nothing like that now and interestingly it built up around all the shows and theaters and is now evolving again into a much more family oriented entertainment center. Thanks for watching the video and taking the time to comment! I wish I had video of that 1981 Branson!
@murphysoutfitters9649 3 күн бұрын
The food looked good. I think the San Antonio area has more hills than most people who have never been there realize.
@findushere 3 күн бұрын
The food in San Antonio is ridiculously good, especially the Mexican food where you can hardly go wrong. The San Antonio area can definitely be hilly especially west of 281. I'll be driving that way in my next Texas video. Thanks for watching and commenting. Have a great Branson trip!
@Jazzbeu55 4 күн бұрын
It has been eight to ten years since I was last there. It is interesting to see the changes. Much of it is recognizable, but the newer stuff seems to be built on a grander scale than the park of my youth. I can remember when SDC competed with Dogpatch USA. Now it competes with Six Flags and other major parks. Thanks for sharing this.
@findushere 4 күн бұрын
It had been a few years for me as well and I also found it to be on a much bigger scale than the park I last saw. I think it has a nice balance of rides for younger kids and thrill rides while maintaining the Ozark Mountain craft village feel. Thanks as always for watching and commenting!
@murphysoutfitters9649 6 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for the shout out Terry, that was very kind of you. It was such a pleasure to bump into you at The City that day and I hope to repeat it again someday. Unfortunately I may miss next weeks premiere too, I'll be in Branson next week.
@findushere 6 күн бұрын
You are certainly welcome! I'm sure you will have thousands of sales on Etsy from it! 🤪😳Okay I think that's three times you've been in Branson since I've been there! I'm officially jealous! But, it's a pretty good excuse for not watching the premiere. Enjoy the trip. Thanks for your continued support.
@murphysoutfitters9649 6 күн бұрын
@@findushere OH PLEASE not thousands, this is supposed to be a hobby, not a serious job! 🤣🤣🤪 That's why I camp when I go, the cheaper I can make each trip, the more trips I can afford. I love Table Rock State Park, $15 a night.
@findushere 6 күн бұрын
@@murphysoutfitters9649 I'm pretty sure you're not going to have to worry about the thousands! In my younger years when I was camping in the mountains a lot using a tent, I found that I was constantly spending money on stuff for that so I'm not sure how much I saved! Have a good trip.
@murphysoutfitters9649 6 күн бұрын
@@findushere I was that way too, but once I finally decided that all the new gadgets were no better than what I already had, it got a LOT less expensive. 🤣🤣 Thanks, it's hard to have a bad trip in Branson.
@infinite7501 6 күн бұрын
Another great vid! I'm blown away with how stable that Go Pro is.
@findushere 6 күн бұрын
Thank you again! I agree with you. The GoPro is super stable. It works great for lots of video as long as it's not low light. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@murphysoutfitters9649 7 күн бұрын
Family is coming over for dinner tonight, I may miss this. Dang!!
@findushere 7 күн бұрын
That's too bad. You're the star! 😃 Oh well...you can watch it later. Let me know what you think.
@murphysoutfitters9649 7 күн бұрын
@@findushere It's just in laws. I may watch anyway. 🤣🤣
@dkr5281960 7 күн бұрын
How did you like the Red River Brewery?
@findushere 7 күн бұрын
I liked it a lot. I did have a weird thing happen while we were there. They moved our waitress to a different part of the restaurant and somehow lost us in the shuffle and although we had placed our order, no one was servicing us! After I finally realized something wasn't right I alerted the hostess and they quickly worked it out. The food was very good though and I think this was a random occurrence and certainly nothing intentional. I would go back.
@dkr5281960 7 күн бұрын
Great video of Red River!
@findushere 7 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! I appreciate the comments.
@dkr5281960 7 күн бұрын
Our families favorite place to vacation is Red River. Heading there on June 16 for a few days
@findushere 7 күн бұрын
It IS a great place to visit! I am ready to go back and hope that will be soon. Hope you have a great June trip. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@stevekerr2845 8 күн бұрын
The original Billy Gails was on Indian Point near Silver Dollar City
@findushere 7 күн бұрын
Billy and Gail Blong founded Billy Gail’s, located on Highway 265, back in 1995 and as far as I know is the original location. This is the highway that turns off just before Silver Dollar City.
@dpbrown3623 8 күн бұрын
Thanks! Was there last week but it was too foggy for us to get to it.
@findushere 7 күн бұрын
You're welcome! I hate that for you because I considered it one of the highlights of the cruise. I hope you had a great cruise otherwise. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@patrickmulligan7994 8 күн бұрын
Thanks for this good video. I have always wondered what Branson looks like. Now I know 😊
@findushere 7 күн бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
@cywoods60 10 күн бұрын
How long are you in each Port?
@findushere 10 күн бұрын
We arrived in Ketchikan at 7:00 a.m. and had to be back aboard at 3:30. We arrived in Juneau about 1:30 after spending the morning cruising Dawes Glacier. We had to be back aboard at 8:45. Skagway arrival was at 6:45 a.m. and all aboard time was 4:30 p.m. Victoria was very short after a two-day sail from Skagway. Arrival was at 7:00 p.m. and all aboard was at 11:00 p.m. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching and commenting.
@murphysoutfitters9649 10 күн бұрын
That looks good!!
@findushere 10 күн бұрын
It's too good! It's a must try place in the Texas Hill Country and well known in these parts.
@paulindelicato66 11 күн бұрын
Great video!! Very informative. What month were you on this cruise?
@findushere 11 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! We took this cruise in late September. It was cool and rainy most of the cruise but it was to be expected in Alaska that time of year so I just dressed appropriately and didn't let it bother me. I loved cruising during this "shoulder" season. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@BakersfieldGuru 11 күн бұрын
Thank you for taking this old man with you on your trips. I have subscribed and will follow, and support. ❤
@findushere 11 күн бұрын
You are very welcome and thank you so much for watching the videos, subscribing, and taking the time to comment! It keeps me motivated!
@mischiefmanaged5757 13 күн бұрын
Coming to Branson this summer for the first time from the U.K. Have found this really helpful. I now have a list of places we would like to try.
@findushere 13 күн бұрын
Great to hear! I think you'll really enjoy the trip and I'm glad the videos have helped you decide what to do. Let me know what you think when you get back. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
@murphysoutfitters9649 13 күн бұрын
I'm sure you know, but your viewers might be interested to know the Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area is named for the creator of the TV show "The Beverly Hillbillies" and his wife. They lived in the Branson area before then. They gave the truck from the show to the Ralph Foster Museum on the College of the Ozarks campus in Branson and visitors can see it there. I'm looking forward to next week's video of the rest of Silver Dollar City.
@findushere 13 күн бұрын
I did not know that! It makes sense though. I've seen that name in The Beverly Hillbillies credits many times and never made the connection. I also did not know that the truck was in the Foster Museum. Now I want to go see (and video) it! Thanks for the information. The next episode has you in it! I enjoyed the meeting and look forward to a longer meet up soon. I can probably learn at lot! Thanks again for your support.
@murphysoutfitters9649 13 күн бұрын
@@findushere The Ralph Foster Museum is big and has many interesting items, it'll provide great video content. Stop and get an ice cream at the Keeter Center on your way out. I look forward to a longer meet up too, I was a bit rushed last time.
@findushere 13 күн бұрын
@@murphysoutfitters9649 Ice cream from Keeter I've definitely had!
@murphysoutfitters9649 13 күн бұрын
@@findushere So Good!!
@infinite7501 13 күн бұрын
Great video quality. What are you recording the walking tour on? What gimble are you using?
@findushere 13 күн бұрын
Thank you! The walking is recorded with a GoPro Hero 9 mounted on a simple extending selfie stick. With stabilization and horizontal leveling turned on, there is no need for a gimble. In fact since I got my iPhone 14 Pro, I have quit using a gimble with it as well. Stabilization is unbelievable with the new technology. The main thing I have to think about with the GoPro 9 without a gimbal is to not make fast left and right pans. Thanks for watching and continuing to support the channel!
@oohyllab 15 күн бұрын
Really would like to see menu options for kids change! Ugh. My kids are in their late 30’s & the options are still just as ridiculous as they ever were. I get it that kids don’t eat the best all the time, but those choices are careless imo. I’m talking generally speaking. It’s most restaurants.
@findushere 15 күн бұрын
I agree they are generally pretty limited at most places. I'm guessing that they are mostly driven by demand and the choices for kids reflect that. Thank you for watching and commenting!
@cathybailey6760 16 күн бұрын
Video is beautiful with well done detail and photography. The music is tasteful and relaxing. Thanks for sharing.
@findushere 15 күн бұрын
Thank you very much for your kind words. It makes the work worthwhile! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@dawnmcgaffick5005 16 күн бұрын
how was the weather throughout your stay? we are looking at September 2025
@findushere 16 күн бұрын
It was for the most part cool and rainy with temperatures in the 40s and 50s. It was raining in every port but Victoria but it rains a lot in the Alaska port and especially at this time of year so I was prepared and didn't let it bother me. I still enjoyed the cruise! Thanks for watching and for your question. Please let me know if I can answer any other questions. I hope you can take the cruise and have a great time!
@jrsimeon02 18 күн бұрын
Definitely grown since I last saw it 20 years ago. It's like a mix of Nashville and Gatlinburg.
@findushere 18 күн бұрын
That's for sure but it has changed with less emphasis on theaters and more on family entertainment and attractions. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@briannwo1900 18 күн бұрын
Place looks dead. Is anything open in April ?
@findushere 18 күн бұрын
It does look pretty dead but this was about midday and believe it or not there was a decent crowd in town. The shows I went to the two nights before had big crowds and Silver Dollar City certainly wasn't crowded on this day but had a decent crowd as you will see in upcoming videos. The crowd did pick up later in the day. Most things are open. Only a few of the attractions that were geared towards kids like one of the tracks were not open. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@briannwo1900 18 күн бұрын
Looks like a lot of attractions are closed ? Is April a bad time to visit ? Hate to visit a ghost town. Any opinions ?
@findushere 18 күн бұрын
I personally think April is a great time to visit. Plenty to do. Most shows and attractions are open without long lines and lots of kids. Even though the traffic may not show it, there was a decent crowd in town during this visit. If you're planning an April/May trip, go and enjoy. I think you'll find plenty to do. Thanks for the questions and for watching the video!
@icecreamjones3715 19 күн бұрын
Outstanding video. Very thorough and accurate presentation. Thank you for posting this.
@findushere 18 күн бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. You are certainly welcome for the post. It was a fun trip that I enjoyed and recommend to anyone. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@MissCarter747 20 күн бұрын
Love your videos! The care & thought you put into them are top notch. I wish you & your channel much success 🫶🏾
@findushere 20 күн бұрын
You are very kind! Thank you so much and thanks for watching and commenting.
@Jazzbeu55 20 күн бұрын
It is amazing that the traffic is that light at mid-day on a Friday. I heard in another video, by the Americana Theater guy, that the Andy Williams Theater was sold to the people who run the big Noah's Ark in Kentucky. It should be interesting to see how they use the theater to share their faith. I plan on being in Branson in about a week for a reunion down in my home town. I am anxious to use all I learned from your videos about the routes. Thanks for all the driving tips.
@findushere 20 күн бұрын
I also saw that video. I was glad to hear that it won't be torn down and that although the number of seats in the theater will be reduced, they are keeping a theater there. Hope you have a great trip to Branson! Let me know what new things you find! Thanks as always.
@DMAN_2314 20 күн бұрын
Do we have any idea on what's going into that empty lot with the red sign on it? Thanks
@findushere 20 күн бұрын
Nobody I talked to seemed to know anything. Maybe a viewer will comment if they know. Thanks for watching!
@murphysoutfitters9649 20 күн бұрын
DANG!! Missed it. Got tied up with other stuff. Pretty low traffic on the strip there. I've heard good things about the new Side Chick restaurant. I'll be back in town in a little over two weeks. Looking forward to it.
@findushere 20 күн бұрын
The traffic was low for midday Friday. I have another coming up soon from later in that same day for comparison. Silver Dollar City videos coming! Are you okay if I mention you when we met up? Thanks for watching and supporting what I do.
@murphysoutfitters9649 20 күн бұрын
@@findushere Looking forward to the new videos. Sure, mention away, I hope to see you in Branson again someday too. Thanks for your work on the channel!
@findushere 18 күн бұрын
@@murphysoutfitters9649 You're welcome as always and next time we're both in Branson I would love to meet up for coffee or lunch or something! Working on Silver Dollar City now. It's hard to decide where to divide 2 1/2 hours of unedited video into parts!
@murphysoutfitters9649 18 күн бұрын
@@findushere Most people have no idea how much work KZbin is. I've tried it, it's a lot. I look forward to the results you come up with.
@findushere 18 күн бұрын
@@murphysoutfitters9649 I started the channel with ten videos complete and released them once a week while still working full time. I had five more made by the time I used them. I was able to keep up after that until I "retired" eight months after starting it. It's been pretty much a full time job since but with lots more flexibility. I can now do two videos a week most of the time and the workflow is getting easier. I still love it though! Viewers like you make it worth it! Thanks.
@maryandrews8128 20 күн бұрын
Great video - thanks!
@findushere 20 күн бұрын
Thank you so much and thanks for taking the time to not only watch but to leave a comment. It means a lot.
@kaylakitty3814 20 күн бұрын
Appreciate the drive! I moved to Missouri a few years ago and haven’t really explored Branson area.
@findushere 20 күн бұрын
Where are you in Missouri? I've noticed a lot of Missouri residents make weekend trips to Branson. It will be a fun place to explore. Hope you can make it. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@infinite7501 20 күн бұрын
Looked like a beautiful day. Looking forward to the next one!
@findushere 20 күн бұрын
It was a beautiful day! Videos from Silver Dollar City coming...Thanks for your support.
@frannysinclair2613 21 күн бұрын
Your tour narrative and pictures are great. Your background music is annoying. I made this tour on the Princess line with my husband in 1998. It's interesting seeing many of the things I remember. We did not have as much rain on our July trip.
@findushere 21 күн бұрын
Sorry you didn't like the music but thanks for watching anyway! The ships have changed since 1998 but a lot of the ports look surprisingly the same. I traveled to all of the ports by ferry the year after, in 1999. I think September is often a very rainy month. Thanks again for watching and commenting.
@MarkDespault 21 күн бұрын
Thanks Great Video I’m sure you have heard this before.. but you sound exactly like Billy Bob Thornton . Are you from the same area as your accent is very similar to Billy Bobs 😊
@findushere 21 күн бұрын
I actually have not been told that before! I believe he was born in Arkansas and I grew up in Texas so the accents could be similar. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
@heranoshkeshishandrias5931 22 күн бұрын
I love cruise 🚢
@momoffour2072 23 күн бұрын
Very helpful. Thank you!
@findushere 23 күн бұрын
You're welcome. And, thank you for watching and commenting!
@Jazzbeu55 23 күн бұрын
Having had to deal with lines and wait times elsewhere in Branson, this looks like a really good option. The food looks good, and it is not that far from the strip.
@findushere 23 күн бұрын
I was talking to the waitress and she said that it can get busy on the weekends. I've really only eaten burgers from there but the rest of the menu looks really good and if it's like the hamburgers, it will be great. Let me know if you try it! Thanks for your support of the channel!
@JGanes 24 күн бұрын
My grandparents had a vacation house there back in the 60's and early 70's.! This brought back tons of great memories!!! Awesome video!!!!
@findushere 23 күн бұрын
I was never there back then but I've heard it was a popular place back before the development of Branson. I would have liked seeing it then. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
@drivingincircles0 24 күн бұрын
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing 👏🏽
@findushere 24 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment.
@debraadams2548 27 күн бұрын
The beauty brought tears to my eyes. Will be cruising to Alaska in three weeks and can’t wait. Thank you for sharing.
@findushere 27 күн бұрын
You’re welcome! I hope you have a great cruise. Alaska is a beautiful place. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
@TroyOttosen-jg7tt 4 күн бұрын
I have lived here in Alaska 45 years, been where this video was taken and hundreds of other places here along coastal Alaska, I still tear up! No place compares to Alaska,simple! Enjoy your AK trip.😉👍
@findushere 4 күн бұрын
@@TroyOttosen-jg7tt Thank you for this comment. It's always nice to see that people who live there still see it with the same awe the rest of us do! I am always ready to go back. Thanks for watching!
@TroyOttosen-jg7tt 4 күн бұрын
@@findushere So true! Just a longtime Alaskan saying how it is up here. Glad you realize how special, unique it is.😉👍
@murphysoutfitters9649 27 күн бұрын
That looks good. I'll have to give Scooters a try next time I'm in town. Thanks.
@findushere 27 күн бұрын
It was probably among my top three or four favorite hamburger places. I just can’t pick one “best” one! Thanks for continuing to watch and comment.
@murphysoutfitters9649 27 күн бұрын
@@findushere It's hard to pick a best of anything in Branson. It's all so good. Thank you for the work you do too.
@primetime8717 28 күн бұрын
I was just in Branson for Mothers Day weekend.
@findushere 27 күн бұрын
Hope it was a great trip! Thanks for watching and commenting.
@FB48022 28 күн бұрын
You did an outstanding job chronichling and sharing your cruise to Alaska. This is certainly one of the best and most detailed videos of an Alaska cruise - very all encompassing and detailed. Your voice is so calming and clear. Thank you so much! I am contemplating booking a cruise for me and my husband for a July sailing about the Discovery Princess; however, I'd like an Ocean View room, at least - and none are available. I'm thinking about booking the Inside Cabin and praying for an upgrade.
@findushere 28 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words! Cruises this year are already so full! I hope you can upgrade. Although there are plenty of places with views, I did spend a good bit of time on my balcony and was glad I had it. Hope you can get the cruise you want and have an amazing time! Thanks for watching and commenting,
@darpinson1343 29 күн бұрын
This video is full of history and costs of tours, a beautiful walk through the town with explanations along the way. It is my favorite video of Alaska! Thank you for sharing!
@findushere 28 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! Skagway is such a neat Alaska town with so much to share. It was pretty laid back in this video but it can definitely be a busy and active place in the summer. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment.