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Head of Delegation Manual - Special Olympics

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SOWSG ATHENS 2011 HOD <strong>Manual</strong> – 2 nd edition<br />

After the baggage claim, delegations will be escorted/directed to the Bus Loading<br />

Zone by ATHENS 2011 volunteers. Delegates will be assisted with loading their<br />

baggage on the bus, as well as getting onboard. The travel time between the AIA and<br />

the DWC is 10mins.<br />

3.7 ATHENS 2011 <strong>Delegation</strong> Welcome Center (DWC)<br />

The <strong>Delegation</strong> Welcome Center (DWC) will operate in the Metropolitan Expo Center,<br />

close to the Athens International Airport.<br />

The DWC will facilitate all the members <strong>of</strong> the <strong>of</strong>ficial <strong>Delegation</strong>s with the following<br />

services:<br />

� Reception <strong>of</strong> <strong>Delegation</strong> members<br />

� <strong>Delegation</strong> Registration Confirmation Procedure<br />

� Real Time Credentialing <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Delegation</strong>s (only for cases <strong>of</strong><br />

loss/damage/change)<br />

� Handover <strong>of</strong> documentation and equipment<br />

� The forwarding process to the Host Towns.<br />

While <strong>Delegation</strong>s are waiting for their departure to the Host Town destinations, GOC<br />

staff and volunteers will assist <strong>Delegation</strong>s members and will provide:<br />

� Light snacks, water and refreshments.<br />

� Entertainment activities and shows.<br />

� Medical services.<br />

3.8 Important Notices<br />

Family members arriving on the same flight with the <strong>Delegation</strong>s will be separated<br />

from the <strong>of</strong>ficial <strong>Delegation</strong> and will not be transferred to the DWC. There will be<br />

dedicated ATHENS 2011 staff with appropriate signage, who will provide information<br />

and guidance for families.<br />

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