A look ahead to the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps, including venue plans, competition zones and how the regional model compares to Milan

The Winter Olympics hold a special place in the hearts of Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco. Not only did the Prince compete for his country five times in the boblseigh event, but the couple chose the 2006 Winter Games in Turin to go public with their blossoming romance.

As the 2026 Winter Games get started, here are some of the ways Olympic athletes are stepping up to take climate action.

Charlene Wittstock was 28 years old and nearing the end of her professional swimming career.

Prince Albert and Princess Charlene have made a romantic return to the Olympic Winter Games, 20 years after using the event to make their relationship public. This time the Monegasque couple brought along their two children,

Princess Anne and Prince Albert of Monaco, both former Olympians, are in Italy ahead of the opening ceremony for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

From Princess Anne to Queen Maxima, here’s who we’ve spotted so far in Milan and Cortina. The Olympic Games often draws A-listers from all over the world, supporting their countries and favorite athletes or checking out some of the most high-profile events.

Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul, Thailand’s member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and president of the Badminton World Federation, played an active role at the 145th IOC Session in Milan,

Milan is hosting royalty, heads of state, and international stars during the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Here the royals who who are expected to attend.