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Russia's Winter Olympics: Three mascots chosen, security pledges made

Preparations for the Soch 2014 Winter Olympics are ticking along with preparations on schedule. Full Article

21st March 2011
Russia Halts Tourism At Mount Elbrus After Terrorist Attack on Ski Lift, Minibus

A terrorist attack on a ski lift and minibus at Mount Elbrus was the first attack on tourists in Russia. Full Article

22nd February 2011
Heather Mills Could Compete In 2014 Winter Paralympics

Paul McCartney's ex-wife has been offered a place in GB's paralympic ski team and hopes to make it all the way to Sochi in 2014. Full Article

27th December 2010
Far-flung ski destinations: The Northern Hemisphere

From North Africa to the Far East, there is a huge choice of places to ski away from the well known resorts of Europe and North America. Full Article

26th November 2010
Russia To Build Five New Ski Resorts; Sochi Will Host Olympics

Russia is preparing to building five new ski resorts in the North Caucasus region. Full Article

4th October 2010
Far-Flung Ski Destinations: The Northern Hemisphere

Consider these far-flung Northern Hemisphere destinations next time you feel truly adventurous and want a very difference vacation experience. Full Article

10th September 2010
Want To Name Drop Russia? Head For The Olympic Venue Early

The Winter Olympics are coming to Sochi in Russia in 2014. Perhaps you will want to take an extraordinary winter vacation in the interim. Think of the name dropping chairlift conversations you can have when you get back home. Full Article

10th September 2010
Russia To Host Most Expensive Winter Olympics Ever

Russia will host the Winter Olympics at Sochi on the Black Sea in 2014. The cost is huge but the project is unique. Full Article

20th February 2010
Work Continues At Russia's 2014 Olympic Site

Russia's Olympic ski resort is moving ahead. Full Article

26th October 2007