

Branson, Missouri, is hosting the 14th annual Sales/Educational Conference, Destined for Branson 2009. You and other travel professionals from across the United States and Canada will experience the best of Ozark hospitality during this informative four-day event, May 27 - June 2, 2009.
While in Branson, you will be hosted by more than 100 Branson tourism-related business representatives, treated to two Destined for Branson Entertainment Showcases produced exclusively for Destined for Branson, experience fine dining, and relax in comfort in our lodging facilities.
You'll hear about what's new and exciting with Branson's attractions, shopping areas, theaters, and shows. And at Marketplace you'll have the opportunity to learn ways to make your Branson itineraries more exciting and sales tips that will make selling Branson a pleasure.
Mark your calendar! Register early, as space is limited. Join us in this "All American Town" that annually entertains nearly eight million visitors.

Send a check or money order along with the completed Registration and Buyer Profile forms for each delegate. There is a maximum of four Marketplace delegate employees allowed from one company. Non-appointment taking delegates are welcome to participate in all activities except the Marketplace.
Tour operators are encouraged to bring group leaders to the event. The tour operator must complete a separate Buyer Profile form for each group leader to qualify them for participation. Additional profile forms are available on request. A Destined for Branson representative may call to qualify group leaders.
Registration forms received without payment and or the profile forms for each delegate will not be processed. DO NOT BOOK any scheduled air service until you receive a Conference Registration Confirmation.
Destined for Branson will provide lodging, food, entertainment, and local transportation to all scheduled activities. In addition, scheduled transportation will be provided from the airport of Springfield (50 minutes drive time). Each participant is responsible for transportation to and from Branson or Springfield, items of a personal nature, and miscellaneous expenses. Due to the size of the event, we are unable to accommodate requests for specific hotels. Rooms are assigned randomly, and every effort will be made to accommodate you in a hotel similar to the category you listed on the Profile Form.
Branson entertainers will come together in two "Entertainment Showcases" exclusively produced for Destined for Branson to let you experience a portion of the diverse entertainment Branson has to offer. Each "Entertainment Showcase" will include ten to fifteen cameo performances from Branson shows.
Marketplace will be on Saturday and will be an appointment-based event. Appointment request forms will be provided to registered delegates on May 9, 2009 and must be returned by May 20, 2009 to receive pre-scheduled appointments.
Each company will receive a certificate worth $200 to be applied toward a 2009/2010 Branson tour of at least 20 passengers or FIT package in excess of $200. Once the certificate is validated by a Destined for Branson seller, your certificate amount will be refunded to you by Destined for Branson, Inc. (only one certificate per company). To qualify for the certificate, all participants registered under the primary delegate's company must attend all Destined for Branson activities including Marketplace. Certificates are mailed to each company after the conference ends.
A $25.00 handling fee will be deducted from refund requests received until May 22, 2009. No money will be refunded for cancellations received after May 22, 2009.
This is a strenuous conference agenda with a great deal of walking required, including inclines and steps. A good health condition is recommended for everyone's safety and maximum enjoyment. Casual dress is appropriate for all activities. A light jacket is recommended for cool theaters and attractions. All delegates must be 18 years of age or older.
A post Destined for Branson FAM begins on Sunday morning, May 31, and ends on June 2. Included in the FAM are accommodations, shows, meals, and other activities. The cost per person is $150 payable with registration.
Post FAM transportation to will depart Branson at 8:00 am on Tuesday, June 3. Departing flights from Springfield should not be scheduled before 10:00 am. Attendees traveling on their own can depart Tuesday morning at their leisure.
Submit your registration and profile form along with payment TODAY! May 08, 2009 is the deadline to receive marketplace appointments.
Wednesday, May 27
Arrival in Branson
Evening shows - Dinner
Thursday, May 28
7:30 AM Breakfast and Welcome
Tours, Museums, Shopping
Lunch
1:00 PM ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE I
Dinner
Evening Shows
Friday, May 29
8:30 AM Morning Shows
Lunch
1:00 PM ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE II
Dinner
Evening Shows
Saturday, May 30
Continental Breakfast
Marketplace
Lunch
Afternoon Shows
Gala Dinner
Sunday, May 31
Continental Breakfast at Hotel
Departures
Post-Event FAM begins
(Additional Fee)
Monday, June 1
IMAX Ozarks Film
Lunch
Show
Dinner
Show
Tuesday, June 2
Continental Breakfast at Hotel
Departures
Please print out and return the Buyer Profile Form & Registration.
The deadline for registration for appointments is May 8, 2009.