"Laura" (name came from the name of the local river) ski resort was built by Gazprom company, and is second most popular ski park in Krasnaya Polyana. Today they have 16 trails, and more (higher up the mountain) are under construction.
Pros: new resort – modern lifts and infrastructure.
Cons: during warmer days there is no snow, while on «Alpika» there could be snow on the highest trails. It's also popular among VIP persons, so parts of the resort can be closed during their visits.
Public transport doesn't go directly to «Laura» resort, as far as I know. But it is located very close to the "Alpika Service" resort, which is is final stop for all public transportation going to Krasnaya Polyana. So, there could be some shuttles going to the Laura.
When driving, make left turn 400m before Alpika, Laura only 500 meters down the road.
Bus № 105 goes from central district's bus terminal every hour, and makes a stop in the airport in Adler.
Taxi rides to get around Krasnaya Polyana are 200-350 rubles ($8-$12). There are no taxi service firms in Krasnaya Polyana, you'll have to catch a ride with private taxi cab.
There's also Evening rates (17:00 — 23:00 : ~ -$10) and Day + Evening (~ + $10).
Hi! I'm working at a magazin specialized in construction and building. I want to do a special on the cable car trails in sochi so I was wondering if I could use the trail map or if you could send me the information where I can get the original.