[reed13k]

They should build two permanent sites on each continent (1 summer, 1 winter) and rotate - be done with it. Then those cities might be able to make a go of it with a longer term plan.

Let the permanent bids begin! OR Better - have the IOC ownrun the venues!

[BfloGuy]

The Summer Olympics should be held in Athens where they began. Added benefit: the Greeks could use the cash.