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INDUSTRY NEWS ATLANTA: Epicurean Atlanta announced the appointment of Anca Flynn as its new director of outlets—including the hotel's three popular restaurants and bars Reverence, The Office Bar, and Aerial Kitchen & Bar—and Tony Waterford as banquet manager. They bring nearly 40 years of combined experience to the team to elevate dining and banquet experiences for guests. Flynn has worked for IHG Hotels, Morton's The Steakhouse, and Delta Sky Clubs. Waterford's resume includes Kimpton Hotels, Atlanta Falcons, and Chevrolet. ORLANDO, FLA.: Universal Orlando Resort revealed new details about its two new properties, Universal Stella Nova Resort (opening January 2025) and Universal Terra Luna Resort (opening February 2025). The two properties "invite guests to stay amongst brilliant galaxies and planetary surroundings." They will offer a combined 1,500 guest rooms. Stella Nova is meant to "reflect the infinite vastness of the universe," while Terra Luna "represents another world within Universal Orlando, inviting guests to explore the unknown." PHOENIX: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown is partnering with adventure operator REI Co-op Adventures to offer new guided outdoor activities exclusive to in-house meetings and groups. Attendees can experience the beauty of the Southwest by booking a private group activity, including a scenic bike ride along Tempe Town Lake, a desert hike at South Mountain, or a rafting experience on the Salt River. PORTLAND, ORE.: Block 216, the development that houses both The Ritz-Carlton Residences and The Ritz-Carlton, Portland, has received LEED Gold Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. The tower itself was designed with a mechanical system that will reduce energy usage by an estimated 13%, along with enhanced indoor air quality strategies and an eco-roof that holds enough water to account for the 90th percentile of storm events and reduces runoff in the city's sewers. SACRAMENTO, CALIF.: Kimpton Sawyer Hotel in Sacramento is celebrating the turn of the season with several new experiences on property. Tapping into various travel trends, the hotel has launched new programming fit for music lovers, sports fans, culinary connoisseurs, and more—from concert and basketball packages at the Golden 1 Center next door to wine tasting and local food tours.
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