App Mtn is a small resort that definitely caterers to families. They are cashless and it's kind of…read morea pain in the ass that you have to reserve everything in advance, including your arrival time. The RIFD card is used for everything. It's a nice resort and everyone is helpful & friendly. Not challenging terrain but enough if you are just trying to get a nice 1/2 day of skiing. The cafeteria is nice with good food choices. A good place for snowboarding. Three parks to choose from. Reasonable lift prices.

I come here every year for my snowboarding trip, the staff is always amazing and helpful!! The…read moreprocess was smooth and easy, especially the lockers!!!

THE place to learn to ski and snowboard. The instructors are well trained and are friendly. You…read morewon't regret taking a lesson. Make reservations for group and private lesson online.

Great time at Sugar Mountain! Been 2x so far this year. Of course it's an east coast ski resort but…read morethe best in NC in my opinion. Was fortunate to have some good snow. Most runs are now open, the bartenders are friendly, the food is OK. Tuesdays are the slowest days. Weekends and Mondays are packed with long lift lines starting around 11:30 am. My fave time to go is Tuesday/Wednesday mornings if you have the flexibility. Ready for my 3rd this season!

The ski patrol needs to get off their high horse of power. They took a guys pass for the entire day…read morebecause he accidentally nicked his ski. Talk about ruining someone's day and taking money out of their pockets.

J- Bear employees make use of corporal punishment against children, as well as verbal and mental…read morediscipline. They are deprived of things such as water when they ask. When it is hot outside, the children are denied water until a set time when they give water to all students at once. This can be up to an hour of denied access to basic necessities. Children are not safe or properly care for at this school. Physical discipline is used in classrooms on a daily basis.

My wife and I have tried 1 other daycare that happened to be a corporate daycare. They corporate…read moredaycare couldn't care less about our children. At J-Bear they have teachers that actually care about your kids. They have specialist that help with speech and fine motor skills. I have noticed a big difference with my son and now my daughter.

Got lucky with a clear day at Sugar after a day of snow & wind. Had to park in the lower lot,…read moreshuttle bus takes you up to base. Runs every 15 minutes. No issues getting a lift ticket. They only had the lower lifts running until 11am. Opened the summit lift and you could ski everywhere. Nice runs, friendly service, a perfect way to spend the morning. It started to get busier after 12n. If you can ski mid week Sugar is fun with runs for everyone.

Sugar Mountain Ski resort is a no-frills ski mountain, so if you're expecting a ski town vibe like…read moreBreckenridge, you'll be disappointed. Sugar is no pressure, most people out here look like they're beginners. We enrolled our kids in ski lessons through the ski/snowboard school. The instructors were patient, kid-friendly, and knowledgeable. Kids had a blast. Kids also went tubing, which they enjoyed. Both tubing and ski lessons must be booked in advance, and for ski school it's best to pick up rental equipment the day before to avoid long lines. Kids get a cubby at the ski school, so send them with a bottle of water and an extra snack if they're doing the ski school from 10 AM to 3 PM. Parents can watch their kids while in school from the upper deck or stay warm in the cafeteria. Upstairs is Last Run Lounge (adults only). The resort does get pretty crowded for its size, so plan accordingly. Parking fills up fast, leaving early helps. You're allowed to bring your own food and drinks, though there are food options available for purchase on site. Pro tips: wear sunblock and UV-protective sunglasses or ski goggles (even as a spectator). Bring cash (single dollar bills) tip the shuttle drivers. Overall, Sugar Mountain is a practical, beginner-friendly option that works well if you plan ahead and manage expectations.

Today we were in Troutman, enjoying a wonderful tour of North Lake Norman and the Catawba River. 3…read moreboats cruising the warm breeze of the last day of Daylight Saving time. Good bye fair friend, see you next season!

Easy to use. Excelent staff. Well maintained boats with wide variety. Fishing, pontoon, ski, etc.read more

We recently purchased a boat from Talley's Pier 77 Marine, and I cannot recommend them highly…read moreenough. Honestly, when we walked in, we had zero expectations of buying from them. We were already set on a different boat at a different place, but so many people kept telling us to check out Talley's that we finally decided to go--more out of due diligence than anything else. That decision changed everything. The first person who greeted us was Billy, the owner himself. He spent a long time with us, not trying to "sell," but genuinely educating us about boats in a way that was actually enjoyable and easy to understand. Shortly after, we met Taylor, our salesman, who was equally patient, friendly, and never pushy. He walked us through the two boats we were considering, answered every question we had (and we had a lot!), and took us outside to see them in person. When we mentioned wanting to grab lunch to think it over, Billy insisted that anytime you buy a boat, you should be able to test drive it. That was something no one else had ever told us. True to his word, Taylor met us later that afternoon at Ramsey Park and gave us a full test drive. That was the moment we knew--we had found our boat. The customer service didn't stop there. When the boat was delivered, Tommy spent the entire afternoon with us--from 1:00 until after 5:00--going over every detail. He walked us through how to use the boat, anchor, navigate safely, and even took us out on the water to practice. As first-time boat owners, that level of hands-on training was invaluable. Within one afternoon, I felt more confident about our boat than I do about my own car. Our boat is mechanically sound, looks brand new, and came with the peace of mind of a warranty--something that mattered a lot to us. And on top of all that, it checked every box: comfortable for my 85-year-old mother-in-law, beautiful on the water, and easy to handle. We asked a thousand questions along the way, and every single one was answered with patience and care. What really stood out, though, is how much they made us feel like family. They reassured us that if we ever needed help--whether it was a question, a breakdown, or just getting comfortable with the boat--they were only a phone call away, even giving us personal cell numbers. Who does that anymore? If I had to come up with a one recommendation, it would be this: they need a merch store. They did send us home with a Regal hat (which we love), but a Talley's T-shirt or sweatshirt would be amazing--because after this experience, we'd wear it proudly everywhere. We never planned to buy from Talley's, but after this experience, we'll never buy from anywhere else and if you needed a sign you need a boat, this is it. Thank you, Billy, Taylor, and Tommy, and all of the staff, for going above and beyond!

Purchasing a Boat can be a very stressful experience, especially for a first time boat buyer. When…read moremy wife and I first started doing research on brands through watching countless videos and reading different websites, it's clear that there are many great boat manufacturers that are out there in the market to suite the different buyer needs. However, the one thing that is certain is that not all all dealers who carry those boat are the same when it comes to professionalism and service. We had 3 brands that we narrowed our search down to and began reaching out to those dealers asking high level questions about the inventory, their thoughts on the models we were interested in, and various other questions from storage to maintenance that extend far beyond the initial purchase. There was really only one salesperson who went above and beyond to make sure I felt good about investing my time in stopping by their dealership to take a look at the boat of interest. Ed Florentino Jr. sent me about a dozen videos and sound clips explaining the differences between options I've had questions about, engines, and even a clip about how to winterize the boat before I even confirmed a demo with him. I immediately confirmed my appointment with Ed and drove out to Charlotte with my wife for a test drive. The experience could not have continued to be better but it did. Ed spent a good 30 minutes understanding what we were looking to get out of boat ownership and what was important to us. He then invested another hour showing us the boat and letting us get a feel for the Regal LS2. At no point did he try to sell us the boat we were on but just continued to ask questions and listen to our answer - if you're in the profession of selling you can appreciate this very much. Sara and Sharma were wonderful to work with providing insight and flexibility into the financing and answering additional questions for us as well. We were in and out of financing/paper work in no time. On our delivery day, Ed spent a good 5+ hours with us going over towing a boat, launching/retrieval, to docking. As new owners who were initially nervous and excited, I can't thank Ed for the time he spent with us to make sure we felt comfortable with our new boat and ensure that our first experience as boat owners was positive. To Ed and the staff at Talley's Pier 77... we can't thank you enough. There was something that Ed said that really stuck with me... " My job as a salesperson begins after the sale". I firmly believe that Talley's Pier and Ed live by those words, and while our next boat purchase is far out, we do know where we will turn when it's time for an upgrade!

Heather was an amazing captain! She was so knowledgeable about the area and showed us a lot of cool…read morespots around the lake, and even cruised into the marina so we could get a round at Hello Sailor.

We recently used Carolina Cruising Charters for a corporate event and had a great experience!…read more Communication during booking and pre-arrival was fantastic. Heather and Isaiah were our captains and delivered a smooth, comfortable trip (on a breezy day!), pointed out local sites of interest and Lake Norman landmarks, and shared some of the history of the area/fun facts. Captains did a really nice job of creating a good ambiance while also giving our group time to chat amongst ourselves while we enjoyed snacks from Table & Board. Heather and Isaiah managed timing perfectly so that we could make desired stops at Hello, Sailor and North Harbor Club, but still feel like we saw a good portion of the lake. Highly recommend!