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Olympic Bid for Caracas, Venezuela Jared O’SullivanBSAD 357:21 – International Business John CardellaDr. Mark Fuller Lucas Boyd Ryan Sloan
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)
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
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.”
Politics & Economy• Socialist nation• Reshape political
reputation• GDP rose 5.5% in
2012• Enhanced tourism,
economic development and worldwide exposure
Legal Aspects• Doping Control- Pan
American Games 1983
Immigration- 90 day tourist card, passport at all times.
• Importation of goods (shipments subject to inspection)
Vaccinations- ( yellow fever/mosquito born diseases)
Customs & Immigration
Sports Venues• 6 existing facilities
o 30,000 capacityo 26,000 capacityo 20,000 capacityo 9,000 capacityo 5,000 capacityo 3,500 capacity
• Hosted 1983 Pan-Am Games, 2012 FIBA qualifiers, and 2 COPA events
New Facilities• Olympic stadium
o 80,000 capacity
• Aquatics centero 18,000 capacity
• Tennis complex o 30,000 capacity
• BMX and cycling trackso 6,000 capacity
Olympic Village
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
Accommodation
• Hotels & Lodges• Hostels• University &
College Campuses
Transportation
• Metro Trains• Metrobus• Metrocable• Aerial Tramway• Airports• Waterways
Environmental Commitment
• Pollution• Deforestation• Natural Disasters• Effects from
Urbanization
Final Remarks