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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
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Marché de la Condamine to host authentic British-themed party

The British Party at the Marché de la Condamine on 16th April will feature an array of Great Britain’s cultural quirks, from music to traditional dishes.  

Monaco’s Carlo shopping app continues enormous success

More than 1,000,000 purchases were made via the Carlo app during 2023 and there are now 65,000 users as well as 653 partner businesses signed up to the service.

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Conseil National de Monaco: Brigitte Boccone-Pagès ousted from presidency

Brigitte Boccone-Pagès, the first woman to have ever been elected as President of Monaco's National Council, has been usurped by Thomas Brezzo. 

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...