Enjoy Charlotte In this Great Weather

Isn't this Weather Fantastic to Enjoy The Holidays?

While the Holiday Season is upon us and we get to spend a lovely long week end with those we care about, we should all get out and enjoy the lovely warm temperatures over the next week or so. The weather report says that we will have some rain, but thats not going to keep us indoors while we can soak up the last the warm weather. 

Here are a few things to do over the Holiday Season

US National White Water Center - Enjoy white water rafting and if thats too cold how about ziplining or even take a lovely walk, enjoy the outing and have a meal in the restaurant.

Jetton Park - Take a walk at Jetton Park. Pack a picnic lunch and stop along the way. Lets the kids enjoy the park or the beach area

Historic Latte Plantation - A little bit of history and lot of fun on this outing. Please check their holiday opening hours

Carolina Raptor Park - What a treat - See the beautiful birds and more - check opening times over the holidays

Lazy 5 Ranch - Visit this private game reserve. Go in your car or on our wagons for a real educational treat

Charlotte Motor Speedway - Festival of lights festival on at the moment. Its a wonderful evening experience and you can watch a movie too. Wrap up warm and enjoy this outing

Nascar Hall of Fame - If you are a Nascar Fan, you don't want to miss out on this attraction. Take a little extra time and ice skate under the stars in Charlotte at the Nascar Hall of Fame.

Billy Graham Library - A wonderful display of Christmas love. The library is closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day

Discovery Place - A wonderful place to visit with kids. So much to do and even the adults will enjoy the day. 

Body Works Exhibition at Discovery Place - Amazing human body exhibition on thru February.

Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens - Open through the season with wonderful Holiday light displays in the evenings from 5-9pm

Concord Mills - Enjoy a day shopping, going to the movies and having a meal and enjoy some retail therapy.

Day Trips from Charlotte

Visit the Vineyards of the Yadkin Valley - please check the individual wineries event calendars for their times over the holiday season. There are also age restrictions on some of the vineyards websites.Don't forget to have a designated driver.

Visit Grandfather Mountain - A wonderful day outing or even an overnight trip - beautiful anytime of the year. Couple this with a trip to Boone or Asheville and enjoy an overnight trip.

Crowders Kings Mountain - Hiking and Walking Trail or possibly enjoy some fishing. 

NC Zoo - Visit the NC Zoo - open all year with the exception of Christmas Day

Overnight Trips

Greenville SC - A picturesque city with a wonderful old town with several places to enjoy a meal, wonderful walking areas paths next to the river and even a suspension bridge to walk over. 

Boone NC - Wonderful time of the year to visit Boone NC. The old town is spectacular, with gorgeous shops and restaurants. 

Asheville NC - Head for the mountains and visit beautiful Asheville NC. Take in the beauty of Biltmore or even the Omni Grove Park Inn - Its such a beautiful area, you may want to stay a day or two?

Charleston SC - A wonderful place to visit. Enjoy the historic old town and the beautiful buildings, churches and markets. A must visit. Walk at Folly Beach and free your soul.

Wilmington NC - Enjoy the River front and the eclectic downtown - a lovely waterfront City.

If you have any suggestions of other great places to visit while the weather is so good, I'd love to hear from you. Please comment below.

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Things to See and Do in Charlotte NC

Things to See and Do in Charlotte, NC

If you have recently moved to Charlotte, NC, then you have come to the city of entertainment and enjoyment. Charlotte is the largest city in the state of North Carolina and offers numerous fun opportunities for enjoyment and recreational purposes.

The city has a rich cultural heritage and has a number of museums and theaters which provide knowledge and entertainment opportunities to the residents and tourists. The best summer entertainment would be Lake Norman which is an easy commute from downtown Charlotte and is one of the most popular family summer entertainment areas.

Beautiful Lake Norman
Lake Norman is located only 15 miles from the city of Charlotte, near the towns of Huntersville, Cornelius and Davidson. The enchanting lake is the largest man made lake in the state of North Carolina. It offers a wide range of fun and entertainment opportunities for young and old alike.
Lake Norman offers the chance to enjoy fishing, boating, sailing, paddle boarding, waterskiing, wakeboarding, etc. The parks and trails near the lake provide opportunities for hiking, biking, picnics and sports. There are horse riding centers and golf parks available near the lake area, which provide a chance for family enjoyment. The McEver Baseball Fields,Fisher Farm Park and the Roosevelt Wilson Park are very popular sites.

The beauty of Lake Norman is exquisite, and you get a chance to enjoy the tranquil and relaxing charm of the lake, after a busy week. The sunset on Lake Norman is a site to behold! Tourists visit the site to experience the beautiful vision of the sun setting on the glittering waters of the lake.

Lake Norman has a number of high quality hotels situated around its vicinity for tourists, which provide great services for their convenience and entertainment. There are several superior quality restaurants, bars, cafes and diners which provide the chance to enjoy a diverse variety of tasty food, while enjoying the various recreational opportunities and beauty of the lake.

The North Harbor Club Restaurant and Bar, Acropolis Café and Grill, Arby’s restaurant and 131 Main Restaurant, are some of the most famous dining out opportunities available near the lake. For information on more popular restaurants situated in around Charlotte NC visit Urban Spoon Directory for cuisine to suit your needs!

Golf Clubs and Amusement Parks
Besides Lake Norman, the city of Charlotte also offers a wide variety of different entertainment opportunities. The city has the Birkdale Golf Club and the Carolina Trail Golf Clubs, for enjoying the relaxing sport of golf. Carowinds Amusement and Water Park, the US National Whitewater Center and the Carolina Adventure World are great amusement parks for family entertainment.

Museums and Libraries
The city of Charlotte has a number of museums with great art collections from some of the most popular artists of the country. The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art has a rich art collection of some of the most renowned 20^th century artists. The Carolinas Aviation Museum and the Billy Graham Library are popular sites for tourists.

Sports Entertainment Venues
The city of Charlotte has a number of sports and entertainment venues which provide the residents and newcomers the chance to enjoy the thrilling and fun packed activities. The Nascar Hall of Fame,AIM Tours and Adventures in Motorsports and the Charlotte Motor Speedway are some of the most famous venues for motorsport enthusiasts. Charlotte is also the Home of the Carolina Panthers. There are some great stadiums in the area,

Theaters and Live Entertainment
The city has a number of famous theaters which provide high quality live entertainment for the enjoyment of the public. The most famous areActor’s Theatre of Charlotte,Blumenthal Performing Arts Centre and the Carolina Actors Studio Theatre.

The city of Charlotte is a must place to visit for fun enthusiasts. The city offers a wide variety of diverse entertainment and enjoyment opportunities for tourists and city residents.
If you are considering a move to the area - I would love to show you around and share my Real Estate expertise with you.