Olympic villages officially welcome first guests

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More teams have checked in at the Olympic Village in  Qingdao, a coastal city in east China, for the sailing  events. Officials welcomed athletes from 14 countries.

More teams have checked in at the Olympic Village in Qingdao, a coastal city in east China, for the sailing events. Officials welcomed athletes from 14 countries.

The village is right next to the venue.

Zhang Aimin, mayor Qingdao Olympic village, said, "This is an Olympic village with a seaside atmosphere, and it's the closest to the venue. We will provide a comfortable home with local specialties to all athletes."

Olympic villages in other co-host cities have also opened their doors. Designated hotels in Shenyang and Shanghai will receive football teams, and they've promised quality service.

Hotel manager, said, "We'll provide 24-hour house-keeping service to all teams, and do our best to resolve any difficulties for the athletes."

The Olympic villages are determined to provide hospitality worthy of champions during the Games.