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Olympic Bid for Caracas, Venezuela Jared O’Sullivan

Olympic Bid for Caracas, Venezuela Jared O’Sullivan BSAD 357:21 – International Business John Cardella

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Olympic Bid for Caracas, Venezuela Jared O’Sullivan

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  1. Olympic Bid for Caracas, Venezuela Jared O’Sullivan BSAD 357:21 – International Business John Cardella Dr. Mark Fuller Lucas Boyd Ryan Sloan

  2. Why Caracas? Capital, largest city of Venezuela Breadth of culture (cuisine, street markets, museums) Major commerce center of South America Environment (“eternal summer”and Caribbean Sea)

  3. History Discovered in 1560 Gained independence in July 1811 after Caraquenos overthrew the Spanish Oil discovered in 1900, boosting Venezuela’s economy Historic past represents strength and determination of Olympic athletes

  4. Vision of the games “To showcase the world’s top talent while fostering friendship, sportsmanship and athleticism on a competitive, international stage expressed vibrantly through local Caraquenos.”

  5. Politics & Economy • Socialist nation • Reshape political reputation • GDP rose 5.5% in 2012 • Enhanced tourism, economic development and worldwide exposure

  6. Legal Aspects • Importation of goods (shipments subject to inspection) Vaccinations- ( yellow fever/mosquito born diseases) • Doping Control- Pan American Games 1983 Immigration- 90 day tourist card, passport at all times.

  7. Customs & Immigration

  8. Sports Venues • 6 existing facilities • 30,000 capacity • 26,000 capacity • 20,000 capacity • 9,000 capacity • 5,000 capacity • 3,500 capacity • Hosted 1983 Pan-Am Games, 2012 FIBA qualifiers, and 2 COPA events

  9. New Facilities • Olympic stadium • 80,000 capacity • Aquatics center • 18,000 capacity • Tennis complex • 30,000 capacity • BMX and cycling tracks • 6,000 capacity

  10. Olympic Village

  11. Safety & Security • Law enforcement – Municipal/state switch to one body with more authority. • Illness- Dengue fever very common, be aware • Medical Services- Generally good(cash payment at private facilities)Some prescription drugs hard to find

  12. Accommodation • Hotels & Lodges • Hostels • University & College Campuses

  13. Transportation • Metro Trains • Metrobus • Metrocable • Aerial Tramway • Airports • Waterways

  14. Environmental Commitment • Pollution • Deforestation • Natural Disasters • Effects from Urbanization

  15. Final Remarks

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