Charlotte is a vibrant and energetic city. World-class restaurants, craft breweries, international and local businesses consistently choose to call Charlotte home. Just a few hours from the Appalachian Mountains, the Atlantic Coast and Atlanta, the Charlotte Metro Area is centrally located and a thriving hub for air travel – making travel a snap. Situated just across the South Carolina border, Charlotte offers a diversity of options when it comes to recreation, shopping and choices of where to put down roots. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy rafting, zip-lining, rope-courses, mountain biking, hiking and water sports at Lake Norman. Break out the teal and black and cheer on the home team throughout football season. Foodies can sample barbeque, sweet tea and local fare from Rock Hill to Mooresville. With a competitive business market and beautiful suburbs Charlotte and the surrounding areas are quickly growing to be a favorite vacation destination, retirement spot, and permanent home.