Silver Dollar City's World-Fest & See the World in Branson

April 24 - 27, 2012

Each spring international performers from around the world gather in America’s Heartland. It’s a celebration of global pro- portions where laughter and music are universal languages! See traditional favorites and terrific new groups as you discover the beauty of cultures from continents away at World-Fest, America’s Largest International Festival!

Come hungry to the Frisco Barn for Tastes of the World, where you can try specialties including guest favorites Chicken Fajitas, Italian Calzone and Irish Fish and Chips, savor tempting desserts from around the world such as Tiramisu Torte, Baklava, Apfel Dumplings served with Cinnamon Ice Cream and the all-new Spaghetti Ice Cream!

A stellar lineup of international per- formers will transport you to their native lands through music and dance! The performers that will be entertaining in 2012 include:

NEW Viva Italia in Red Gold Heritage Hall showcasing operatic tenor extraordinaire, Aaron Caruso, who recently performed to a sold-out Carnegie Hall crowd and was clas- sically trained by Rome's Maestro Veccia.

NEW Piazza de Fiesta, Red Gold's Court- yard comes to life with Italian flag throw- ers, living vines and statues, stilt walkers and a colorful costume parade.

NEW Grammy Award-winners - The Mariachi Divas, an ensemble of women from Mexico, Cuba, Samoa, Argentina, Japan and Switzerland.

NEW Traditional Hawaiian Country Music Show starring four-time Grammy winner George Kahumoku

NEW Peruvian Yawar Chicchi Sissor Dancers

NEW Kenyan Sarakasi Acrobats

Russian Academic Band

Ireland's premier harpist, Dearhbail Finnegan

Ecuador Manta

Schedule and performers subject to change without notice.

PLUS—SEE THE WORLD IN BRANSON MUSIC FEST is a two-day special event that will highlight the internationally-inspired entertainment found in Branson. We will visit this NEW event April 25 at the Welk Resort. In the morning, a big Marketplace Tent will fea- ture 50+ theatres, hotels, restaurants and retailers. Each is to represent a country from around the world. Attendees will get to par- ticipate in activities and games—plus have their photo taken with the stars.

Includes:

• Three nights’ lodging at the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing
• Branson Showboat dinner and show
• One full day at Silver Dollar City’s WORLD-FEST
• Three breakfasts and two dinners
• Admission to SEE THE WORLD IN BRANSON
• Deluxe transportation/driver’s gratuity
• Fully escorted by Jane’s Journeys

Pricing Per Person:

Double: $561.00
Triple: $517.00
Quad: $491.00
Single: $730.00

$150 Deposit with reservation; Final payment due by March 15.

Complete Itinerary:

Day 1
Join us as we travel to the ever-popular destination of Branson, Missouri. Upon arrival, we will check into our deluxe accommodations for the next three nights, the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing. Dinneris included at Romano's Macaroni Grill before we attend the Shoji Tabuji Show. The show, with its stunning costumes and professional dance numbers, includes a tribute to Shoji Tabuchi's native Japan, a Broadway celebration and a stirring patriotic finale, among others. (D)

Day 2
Following breakfast at the hotel , we depart for the Welk Resort this morning for SEE THE WORLD IN BRANSON MUSIC FEST. The tents will open at 10:00 a.m. with over 40 booths representing 30 different countries. Pick up your souvenir Passport upon arri- val and visit each booth to receive stamps from each country! Your stamped Passport will be your key to seeing the world in Branson and is just a sampling of what the city has to offer!

At 2:00 p.m., the See the World Music Show will take place in the Welk Theatre. Nine to eleven different Branson shows will perform, featuring entertainment styles from around the world. After the show, we'll return to the hotel with the eve- ning free to explore the Branson Landing adjacent to the hotel and to have dinner on your own. (B)

Day 3
Today following breakfast, we depart for Silver Dollar City for the fantastic World-Fest. You will have the entire day to experience AMERICA'S LARGEST INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL! This evening, we depart for the Showboat Branson Belle, where you will enjoy a fan- tastic show and dinner while cruising the crystal waters of Table Rock Lake. The dinner show, Encore! features two headlining acts â€" Janice Martin, an in- ternationally acclaimed aerial violinist who spins a breathtaking, musical, acrobatic act like none you've ever seen before; and ShowMen, a six-member male vocal ensemble with a range of songs that covers virtually every genre and every decade. Then, in Funny Fiddle, Chris Pendleton combines her passion for music and comedy for a fabulously fresh take on family fun. (B, D)

Day 4
Following a delicious breakfast at the hotel this morning, we depart for home, stopping for lunch and other necessary stops along the way. (B)