We awoke to a beautiful new morning in Charlotte.

We enjoyed our Hotel breakfast and headed to the pool.

It was early and the pool was still in shadow, didn't take long for the sun to heat us up.

Ian booked us a tour with Queens tours, we walked into the city centre and enjoyed some Gelato while we waited.
Charlotte was named after the 17 yr old Bride of George III. The Governor had hoped to get a better deal from the King, by flattering him by naming the city after Charlotte. Sadly this did not happen, in fact their lot was initially made worse by this ploy.

Our tour guide ( keith not a cat ) made much of the city symbols, including a bee's nest, which can be seen on lots of official logos.

Charlotte is foremost in the banking world, headquarters to Bank of America, as well as its own financial institution " Dukes" and a large office block and plaza, belonging to " Wells Fargo".

Midnight Diner a Charlotte landmark, lifted from a previous venue and dumped in downtown to live a new life.

The Hornets Baseball team, as well as football and soccer teams are showcased in the sports arenas around the city.

The city is split into 4 quarters, the arts also have a special place with museums and galleries, dominating one quarter.

We headed back to our hotel and visited the "Cloud bar" on the 18th floor.

We met a young couple, Kiki gave me an example of her artwork after I complimented her talents.

Who knows? Could be worth millions one day.

Once again dinner at the Sheraton.

Thought I'd go healthy tonight.

And back to our room for the last few moments of light in the sky, the skyline backlit with pink. Gorgeous.

Goodnight fair reader. May all your sunsets be as beautiful as ours. xxx