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Elsa Carpenter

As Sub-Editor and Journalist at Monaco Life, Elsa builds upon years of experience in writing as well as marketing and PR in the local media scene. Originally from the UK, she is based in the French Riviera and has a passion for spreading the word on news throughout the region.

Author’s Articles

Open Days: study at the International University of Monaco

Ahead of a 2023 intake, the International University of Monaco has two Open Days coming up. This first is this Thursday!

Covid latest: steps towards “normalisation”?

As a new variant gains pace and infections grow among children, France’s Covid authority questions whether the country should follow EU neighbours in the “normalisation” of managaing the...

La Rocca: work starts on haute cuisine restaurant in Ventimiglia

Building works have begun on a new haute cuisine restaurant in Ventimiglia’s vibrant Cala del Forte port district.  

One-stop Monapass app links transport with key Monaco destinations

Tickets to major tourist attractions, such as the Musée Océanographique and Grand Bus tour, can now be purchased via the Monapass app. 

Fuel shortage: the French government relaxes refueling limits

Authorities in the Alpes-Maritimes and the Var have done away with the strict 30-litre limit on re-fueling for cars as well as the 200-litre limit for heavy goods vehicles.  

Riviera Airbnb rentals subject to new controls

Homeowners now have to register their short-term rental properties with local authorities if they want to continue welcoming guests via Airbnb.