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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

Top tips for travelling to and from the Monaco Grand Prix

From helicopter flights to public transport, taxis and Monaco's new park and ride facility, here's our guide to the best methods of travelling to and from the Principality during the biggest weekend...

In pictures: The 2024 Historic Grand Prix of Monaco

From the Ayrton Senna parade and on-track action to VIP appearances and jokes in the control room, Monaco Life looks back on another superb edition of the Historic Grand Prix of Monaco.

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US rapper Travis Scott coming to Nice in July

The American rapper has announced he is coming to Nice’s Allianz Riviera stadium in July as part of his Utopia – Circus Maximus World Tour.

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Monaco remembers Prince Rainier III’s ascension to the throne 75 years ago

75 years ago, on 9th May 1949, Prince Rainier III became the official sovereign of Monaco at the age of 25.

Veuve Clicquot Sun Club returns to Monaco’s Square Beaumarchais

The Veuve Clicquot Sun Club pop-up in the square in front of the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo will be serving the maison’s celebrated Rich and Rich Rosé cuvées all summer long.

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Monaco’s Constitutional Reserve Fund: What is it and how much is it worth?

Monaco's state-owned gold reserves, liquid assets, and shares and holdings are now worth in excess of €7 billion for the first time in history.