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- 42 - HOTELS & TRAVEL Atlanta, a City on the Rise WHY ATLANTA? New chef-driven restaurants and high-end shopping continue to pop up throughout Atlanta. These attractions remain very accessible with direct, non-stop flight service available from more than 150 U.S. destinations. CHANNEL THE "FAN" IN YOU While you're in Atlanta, catch the all-new College Football Hall of Fame and Chick-fil-A Fan Experience, a shrine for college football fans that provides enough entertainment for non-fan visitors as well. RIDE THE SKYVIEW FERRIS WHEEL New in 2013, this popular attraction towers nearly 20 stories above Centennial Park and features 42 climate-controlled gondolas that provide breathtaking panoramic views of downtown Atlanta and the surrounding metropolitan area. Like the equipment industry itself, the city of Atlanta is in the midst of a resurgence. With more than $2.5 billion in development currently underway – including $1.5 billion in 2014 alone – the transformation in this city will surprise you with many new improvements and attractions. EXPLORE DOWNTOWN BY STREETCAR If you can't decide exactly what you're looking for, hop on the new Atlanta Streetcar. You'll be taken on a 2.7-mile loop that passes by an array of attractions. This mini tour will give you a sense of the city's atmosphere. DIVERSE DINING With more than 300 options to choose from, dining in downtown Atlanta has something for everyone. From food court finds to the fancy and exotic, your taste buds will surely be satisfied. Photo: Courtesy College Football Hall of Fame Provided by AtlantaPhotos.com (©2015, Kevin C. Rose. Courtesy Atlanta.net.)