The Philippines is fast approaching a pivotal time. On Tuesday, January 14, the country will host the Winter Olympics in the town of Gazmin, which many believe will be the host city.
The games officially begin on January 15 with the Opening Ceremony and runs through to the closing ceremony on January 21. The city of Angeles has produced world-class athletes in both 1992 Atlanta Olympics and 2004 Athens Olympics.
The 2014 Winter Olympics are set to include skiing, indoor cycling, and bobsleigh as well as the half-pipe, and the slopes are set to be packed with Filipinos keen to showcase their skills. The 2014 games are expected to bring $5 billion in economic impact and generate 7,000 construction jobs.
The Games’ opening ceremony on January 14 will include the unveiling of the emblematic symbol of the Winter Olympics: the Olympic Park. The park is slated to host the Olympic Village, Athletes’ Village and the Opening Ceremony. The Games are scheduled to finish with the Closing Ceremony on January 21.
* The Opening Ceremony: On Tuesday, January 14, at 10:45 AM, the 15-day long Opening Ceremony of the 2014 Winter Olympics will commence. It will be streamed live on the internet and will feature musical performances, spectacular firework displays and Olympic moments. After a ceremony that is expected to be historic, it will also wrap up with a stunning fireworks display, which is expected to be witnessed by millions. It will also conclude with a torch relay through the town of Gazmin. The 14 days are scheduled to begin with the Opening Ceremony in the evening at 7:45 PM on Wednesday, January 15.
* The Athletes’ Village: The Village will be occupied by athletes of all 50 United States, Canada and Mexico who will be attending the games for the first time. It is located on the outskirts of Angeles City at a distance of 35 kilometers from the city center. The athletes’ village is set to hold them in their accommodations from January 6 to January 21, with the opening ceremony on Tuesday, January 14.
* The Olympic Village: The 14-day long Olympic Village will be set up in the town of Gazmin, which is 40 kilometers from the city center. It will be occupied by athletes of all 50 United States, Canada and Mexico who will be attending the games for the first time. This will be an open house for the world to see the athletes’ quarters. The athletes will be on the show floors at The Venetian Hotel and Casino. There will be a grand opening celebration on Monday, January 13 at 6 PM, which is expected to be witnessed by millions. The 14 days are scheduled to end with the Opening Ceremony on Tuesday, January 14 at 10:30 PM.
* The Fireworks: The 15-day long Closing Ceremony of the 2014 Winter Olympics is scheduled to happen on Thursday, January 21, 2014. The ceremony will be magnificent, with a fireworks display that is expected to be witnessed by millions. The 15 days are scheduled to begin with the Closing Ceremony at 7:30 PM on Thursday, January 14. The venues which will host the firework display are the Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino, the Bellagio Hotel and Casino, the Paris Hotel and Casino, the Wynn Philippines and the Treasure Island.
* The Athletes: The athletes who are attending the games will go to the venues which are under the control of the organizing committee. The venues will be full of Olympians as they will be competing in numerous sports at the games. The athletes attending will be the best in their respective sports and disciplines and their performance will be noticed around the world.
* In the Circus: The Circus’s Circus Maximus will also be the site of the Olympic games as it will be the stage for gladiators from the area. These professional soldiers were known for their battle prowess and the crowds were delighted to watch the gladiators compete in many contests. The last days of the games will be exciting as the gladiators will clash in shows to determine the best of the best. Events like the Roman Food Eating Contest, the Horse Race Eating Contest, the Greco-Roman Wrestling, the Comedy Contest, and the Mask and Act will also be part of the show.
* The Fireworks: Philippines will go off in style as the skies will be lit up with colorful fireworks displays. The shows will be a combination of music and pyrotechnics. The pyrotechnics displays are always spectacular and usually last for just minutes.
The Olympic games are always attended by the locals as the event is an opportunity for them to show their patriotism and their enthusiasm for their country. They also have a certain charm which draws tourists to Philippines. The events are held in multiple cities around the globe and the events cover everything from athletics, to wrestling, to music. There is always a unique flavor to any given event as the cultures of those attending the event come into play.
You can go to Philippines to see the best of the Olympics as the city is home to a number of them. If you are going to attend the event in Philippines you will be able to walk away with souvenirs, swag, and even coupons for restaurants and attractions. There is a wide selection of hotels in Philippines, which makes it easy to accomodate all the tourists as they come to see the world through the eyes of the locals.
When you go to Philippines you will be able to experience the glitz and glamour of the city at a fraction of the cost. You will also be able to save on accommodation with the option of staying at luxury hotels, which are cheap. You will also be able to find savings with food, which means you will not be left hungry or thirsty at any event. All these are great ways to travel to Philippines and spend less money.
