Young, Single, Graphic Designer moving to NC (Charlotte, Raleigh: living, young professionals)

[NorthernLauren]

Hi all!

I am a young (23yr old) single graphic designer looking to start a new life in North Carolina. I’m from Erie, PA (up where it’s cold and snowy 6 months out of the year) and I’m relocating for warmer weather and more job opportunities. I’m pretty sure NC is where I want to be, however I don’t know if Raleigh or Charlotte is a better area. Which would be better for young singles and young professionals? I plan on moving this summer so any help would be great. I love to run, so being near good parks is a must. I love art and culture so I need a place with museums and galleries. I also love to eat so great restaurants and bars for the night life is also a must. I’m only 23 and won’t know a soul so I hope NC is welcome to newcomers. Any tips on making friends and groups to join?

Thanks

[beachbum384]

It all depends on what you like. Charlotte is the biggest city in NC so if you like city life then there you go. Raleigh has more of a combination of city and county living. Both have all the things that you mentioned you like. Plus they boith have IT jobs. Of course u have RTP near Raleigh which is suppose to be the IT capital for NC. I would suggest you come down and visit both areas if you could. I like the Raleigh area better, cause if you like to go on weekend trips it's a quick trip to the beach or to the mountains. Charlotte is more out of the way.

[groove1]

You can make the mountains in 2 hours from Charlotte to the beach in 3-4 so it's still close. I suggest you move here so I can meet you I lived in Buffalo for 10 years and had to train for a former job in Erie a few times.