QUEEN CITY LUXURY

Charlotte, nicknamed “Queen City” after King George III’s wife, is growing. It is experiencing a growth in its population and economy. The region has nearly 1.6 million residents, and it is the nation’s second largest financial center. This city is full of southern charm sprinkled with a southern style of luxury. Ballantyne Resort & Spa is part of that luxury. Each of the 214 rooms at this AAA Four-Diamond resort has a sunset or golf course view. Guests can choose to stay in their rooms or take advantage of the many activities available right outside their doors. This urban resort offers an award-winning golf course, a top-ranked golf school, many dining options, and a European-style spa. Tiger Woods wannabes can take a lesson from professional golf instructor Dana Radar before they step onto the 18-hole, par 71 golf course. Golf Digest has named the Dana Rader Golf School as one of the Top 25 Golf Schools in the U.S. Also, the resort has a three court tennis facility, a jogging trail, and three pools (one grotto and two resistance lap) for other fitness fanatics.