Charlotte
Known as the Queen City, Charlotte is North Carolina’s busiest city with over 800,000 residents. Tagged as “Charlotte’s got a lot” by the community, this bustling urban oasis offers diversity, cultural experiences, and endless adventures. Enjoy live performances, family-friendly events, local cuisine, and a vibrant nightlife scene. Charlotte offers easy access to major interstates, a public transit line, and proximity to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The city of Charlotte has earned its spot on countless “Best Places to Live” lists for its seemingly endless entertainment options. Catch a live concert at the Fillmore Charlotte, explore the NASCAR Hall of Fame, catch a game at NBA’s Spectrum Theater, explore Discovery Place Science, or ride the rollercoasters at Carowinds. Locals frequent Uptown Charlotte for its local attractions, nightlife spots, and abundant shopping. Uptown is surrounded by a top-notch selection of local breweries, from Sugar Creek Brewing Company to the Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. Charlotte is a major economic hub that houses numerous corporate headquarters, including nine Fortune 500 companies. Beyond the high-rises of the central business district and lively entertainment venues, Charlotte’s landscape features a mix of picturesque homes, historic buildings, luxury apartments, and lush greenery.
Miami
Located in the heart of southeastern Florida, Miami is a vibrant city with a distinct international appeal. Miami’s diversity is evident in its neighborhoods, from the artistic allure of Wynwood and the financial prowess of Brickell to the dance halls of Little Havana and the tranquil vibe of Coconut Grove. Downtown Miami is at the city’s core, boasting the third-tallest skyline in the U.S. alongside the picturesque Biscayne Bay. Miami’s rental options are also incredibly diverse, from luxury apartments and beachfront condos in the city center to cozy townhomes and spacious houses in the suburbs. Miami offers plenty to do outside the home. Residents and visitors alike enjoy perusing the extensive exhibits at the Perez Art Museum, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, Miami Children’s Museum, and Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Miami loves their sports, cheering on the MLB Marlins at LoanDepot Park, NBA Heat at Miami-Dade Arena, and NFL Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Shopping and dining options are also abundant in Miami, with mainstays like Bayside Marketplace, CocoWalk, Shops at Merrick Park, Calle Ocho, and many more. Miami is home to several prominent universities, such as the University of Miami, Florida International University, and Barry University as well as Miami Dade College. Miami residents enjoy easy beach access in neighboring Miami Beach and on Key Biscayne. Although the city is working on increasing access to public transit with the Tri-Rail, Metromover, and Metrobuses, getting around by car is still the most common mode of transportation.
Hollywood
Located midway between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood is both laidback and vibrant, touting quiet residential neighborhoods and calming natural beauty as well as an active nightlife and lively arts scene. Best known for its pristine stretch of beaches, Hollywood is home to a 2.5-mile paved boardwalk along the Atlantic Ocean known as the “Broadwalk,” where eclectic shops, diverse cuisine, live music, bars, and year-round outdoor activities abound. Historic Downtown Hollywood lies farther inland from the beach, serving as the spirited cultural arts district with numerous art galleries, installations, and murals, in addition to the one-of-a-kind ArtsPark at Young Circle. Downtown Hollywood also contains a bevy of restaurants, shops, and bars along brick-lined walkways. Options for outdoor recreation extend beyond the beach and the boardwalk, with Anne Kolb Nature Center’s walking and paddling trails through mangroves, Topeekeegee Yugnee Park’s impressive aquatic center, and numerous golf and country clubs in town. Quick access to I-95, Florida’s Turnpike, and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport makes commuting and traveling from Hollywood a breeze.
