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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

Bulgaria and Romania formally join the Schengen area

In a move heralded as “a great success for both countries and a historic moment”, the European nations of Bulgaria and Romania have officially joined the Schengen area.

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More than 500 companies struck-off in Monaco in 2023

Over 500 companies were formally struck off during the course of 2023, up more than 21% on the year before.

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Larvotto Beach gets ready for the summer season

The sandy beach in Larvotto is to be levelled and smoothed out ahead of summer. Swimming will be forbidden during the three-week project, but the public will still be able to enjoy access to the...

Hôtel de Paris cellars to showcase Bordeaux’s finest wines at Journée des Grands Vins

Among the wines to be opened for tastings at the exclusive event are greats such as Château Haut-Brion, Château Margaux and Château d’Yquem.

Stars 80 Encore! to headline Fight Aids Monaco charity concert this summer

Tickets to the 1980s themed dinner show starring the Stars 80 cast are available now.

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Top global business hubs: where to find opportunity in the next five years

Singapore has come out on top of a new list released by the EIU that compiles data from nearly 100 business indicators to predict the best places to do business between now and 2028.