International Delegate Resources
Practical Information for the International Traveler
IAOP highly values our international delegates and wants to make your participation a pleasant experience. If there is anything we can do or assist with please let us know. Onsite, please stop by the “Delegate Help Desk” so we can personally welcome first-timers and say “welcome back” to repeat delegates. If you have any questions or need assistance, the Delegate Help Desk will be happy to help.
*If you have a question or concern not covered here, please contact Beryl Sorensen, Manager, Delegate Services, for assistance:
+1.845.452.0600 x 110
Another important resource for the International Delegate is the Summit HUB. Please be sure to join. Our delegates are our greatest resource – there is always someone with a ready answer to a question you may have.
Holiday Week/Dining Options
The 2014 Outsourcing World Summit is being held during a holiday week, a very busy time on Disney property. Keep this in mind when making your dining plans. The restaurants will be full and reservations will need to be made early. There are many fine dining choices both on Disney properties and on International Drive, a short taxi ride away. Reservations can be easily made online by visiting: http://disneyworld.disney.go.com.
Weather
Low humidity and average daytime highs around 75° and evening lows of 63° characterize December through February, although we have experienced some very chilly evenings in Florida in February. Be prepared!
Don't forget to bring your hat and sunscreen for protection from the Florida sun! Remember a jacket or sweater as meeting room temperatures may vary and it might be chilly in some rooms. Pack a light umbrella for those unwelcome showers.
Orlando Visitors Center
As much as we all love Disney, Orlando has much more to offer. Search www.visitorlando.com to find unique events going on during your stay as well as information about Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, and Legoland. There is something for everyone in your group… theme parks, attractions, shopping, golf, spas and more.
Travel Visa
Nationals of 36 countries staying 90 days or less and traveling for business or pleasure are exempt from needing a visa. A list of participating countries can be found at the U.S. State Department’s website: www.State.gov. If you should need a visa, please contact Beryl Sorensen at beryl.sorensen@IAOP.org to obtain a letter of invitation which may need to be provided to your local US Embassy or Consulate. Please be aware that your passport will need to be valid for at least six months after your departure to apply for and be issued a visa. Additional information for entry into the US can be found here.
US Time and US Currency
Banking
ATM’s are widely available on Disney property. Please be advised to follow the safety precautions recommended globally for any ATM point.
Electricity
Electric current throughout the US is standard 110 volts.
Emergencies
Call 911 for all emergencies, police, fire and medical. All urban and essentially all suburban regions follow the universal 911 code availability. If you dial 911 on a wireless phone, make sure to tell the operator where exactly you are located as GPS phone location technology is not offered on all phone companies and 911 call centers. Some 911 call centers for cell phone calls are directed to a state-operated (not local) call center, thus the importance to tell the operator exactly where you are, who you are, and what is the situation. In the event of a non-emergency illness, contact the hotel concierge who can offer assistance.
Internet Access/Mobile Apps
For the tech savvy delegate, discover and download time-saving, useful apps for your Orlando trip, including theme park guides, maps, restaurant and airport info, and many more by
clicking here. Apps are for use with iPad, iPhone, iPod and other mobile phones.
To access this website from your mobile device simply type VisitOrlando.mobi in your mobile browser. There you'll find detailed information and listings for your Orlando stay including places to stay, things to do, upcoming events and more.
Safety/Security
For those of you planning to rent a car during your stay, Florida state law requires driver and front seat passengers to wear their seat belts at all times. Passengers under the age of 18 must be belted in either the front or the back seat. Passengers over the age of 18 may be individually fined if they are not buckled up. Children age 5 and under must be secured in a federally approved child restraint seat.