Branson is a hot vacation spot for families, especially in the summer. With all of the family friendly activities and attractions, you’ll have a blast. It’s not pricey and can fit most budgets.

Besides the shows that Branson is known for, there’s the National Kids-Fest at Silver Dollar City, the Southern Gospel Picnic, brand new concerts, and the Ride The Ducks attraction. At Ride The Ducks, you get to see the sights in a Duck (a land and water vehicle), drive the Duck, listen to stories and music and quack like a duck too. You can see all of the events for this summer on the Branson Calendar of Events.

And there’s a great deal going on right now for a trip this summer to Branson. The Branson Best Value Vacation Package includes a free night stay with two nights at the Hiltons of Branson. You also get two adult and two children’s tickets to the Legends of Kung Fu show, two adult and two children’s two-day passes to Silver Dollar City, a $25 gift card for shopping, and a $25 food credit for the Level 2 Steakhouse.

Both the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel and the Hilton Promenade at Brason Landing are taking part in this special package. They have larger rooms for families and are close to the attractions. Enjoy some time away with your family!

Did you know that it’s possible for your child to get free online college textbooks? With Flat World Knowledge it’s not only possible, it’s one of the top ways to save on college costs.

It’s a pretty well known fact that college tuition is rising, but according to the Department Of Education, textbooks cost almost as much as tuition and fees (72%) for 2 year community college students. I remember when my daughter was in college and graduate school her biggest complaint was the amount of money she paid for textbooks that were used for just one semester.

Instead of using regular print technology, Flat World uses older books that are written by experts in their field and reviewed by peers. These books are open (Open Source) for professors to change to meet the needs of their classes. Students can get them for free online or pay much less for them in print than “regular” textbooks – about $35. Your child can choose which way works best for him or her.

There’s no such thing as new editions because professors simply upgrade these books as they wish for their classes. Textbooks become a platform on Flat World Knowledge. This is one of those unique companies that is doing something good. Visit their site and request more info and learn if your child can get free college textbooks too.

Since 2009, 115,000 students have used these textbooks and Flat World has raised over $27 million dollars. This company is working toward more books in more colleges and assisting more students to complete their course work and graduate.

Bright Beginnings Formula can be found for sale at Diapers.com. Buying formula online is an easy way to stock up after baby arrives when you don’t have time to even sleep!

When you buy on diapers.com  you get free shipping on orders over $49. Either buy in bulk or purchase Bright Beginnings Soy Based (6 pack) , Premium (6 pack),  Milk Based Organic Formula (6 pack), or Gentle (6 pack) and get free shipping. Look for coupon codes right on the site or eCoupons for other savings as well.

Bright Beginnings meets all FDA regulations for formula. It has similar ingredients to higher priced formulas and provides the same nutritional benefits. With Bright Beginnings, the cost is much lower.

It can be difficult to find Bright Beginnings in stores. Buying from Diapers.com is one of the best alternatives. You can use manufacter’s coupons to save even more and set up automated delivery. Now that’s easy shopping just when you need it.

Check out  Bright Beginnings on Facebook and stay in the know about sales, new products and contests. Take part in discussions about bringing up your baby too and learn more about their formula.

Travel with your family for the holidays to Branson and make a new family tradition. With special savings, visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus and other holiday activities from the Hiltons of Branson, it’s easy to have a wonderful time.

Room rates are discounted up to 50% off from December 12th – December 25th at both Hiltons in Branson. Spend some time with Mrs. Claus at the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel while she reads stories by the Christmas tree every Friday and Saturday night until December 18th.

Every Saturday and Sunday morning until December 19th, Santa will visit with children in the Level 2 Steakhouse for breakfast and every day until December 24th in the lobby for photos at the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing

While you’re in Branson, be sure to visit the holiday attractions in the area including the White Flight at the Butterfly Palace, where you can interact with white butterflies, an Old Time Christmas at Silver Dollar and the many shows that take on a holiday theme.

Branson makes family holiday travel fun and exciting!

While I am a breastfeeding proponent, I did use formula feedings to supplement once in a while. I also know that some mothers would rather use formula. I can teach about the importance of breastfeeding, but if formula feeding is chosen, it’s important to save money.

Babies R Us is helping parents do just that by introducing their own formula which costs much lower than store brand formulas, up to 50 percent lower. Along with formula they have a new infant care line which includes diapers, wipes and baby laundry detergent.

You can purchase these products online and in both Toys R Us and Babies R Us stores. If you spend $100 you get free shipping for online purchases. A can of 25.7 oz range from $12.99 – $15.99 online. depending on type. The types are – Milk Based, Soy Based, Lactose Sensitive and Gentle Milk Based. The most important thing is that the Babies R Us formula is just as healthy as store brand formula. It meets the nutritional levels of the American Pediatric Academy.

This a great way to save on products that are needed for your baby.

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