Charlotte, NC

Welcome to the Queen City

The crown jewel of the Carolinas, only 20 minutes from Walnut Creek, Charlotte provides all of the shopping, dining and cultural opportunities a metro area has to offer. If you’re a foodie, look no further than one of the over 1,700 restaurants, cafes or pubs. Plus, with tons of shopping destinations, including the region’s premier malls and shops, it’s the perfect place for some retail therapy. The “Queen City” is also home to the NFL’s Charlotte Panthers, the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets and NASCAR’s Hall of Fame and Charlotte Motor Speedway. Finally, if cultural attractions are more your speed, you’ll find exciting museums such as the Museum of the New South or a perhaps a concert by the Charlotte Symphony. Whatever you’re looking for, Charlotte has it all.

Area Highlights

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City Access without the Price Tag
From Carowinds to the U.S. National Whitewater Center, the Lancaster County area offers a variety of fun, family-friendly things to do, like enjoying the Anne Springs Close Greenway. This 2,100-acre preserve features miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, kayaking, mountain biking and the rejuvenation provided by greenery and fresh air.

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Fast-Growing County
Lancaster County is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Southeastern U.S. for new business and industry. In 2013 alone, Lancaster County had 16 announcements totaling more than $363 million in new investment and the creation of 2,300 new jobs.

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Natural Beauty
For outdoor enthusiasts, Lancaster County is home to a wide variety of plant, bird and animal species. With Andrew Jackson State Park’s combination of history, art and community activities in a setting that has made it one of the South Carolina State Park Service’s most popular attractions, it’s easy to see why Lancaster County is a favorite destination for Charlotte-area residents.

Family Activities
From Carowinds to the U.S. National Whitewater Center, the Lancaster County area offers a variety of fun, family-friendly things to do, like enjoying the Anne Springs Close Greenway. This 2,100-acre preserve features miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, kayaking, mountain biking and the rejuvenation provided by greenery and fresh air.

 

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