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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

Monaco addresses its transport issues: A green pedestrian corridor from north to south 

As Monaco looks for ways to alleviate its traffic issues and cut down the number of vehicles on its roads, one solution could be as simple as improving pedestrian access in and around the...

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Monaco addresses its transport issues: More than 5,000 new Park and Ride carparking spaces in the works

With backed-up traffic and heavily congested roads, getting in and out of Monaco is no simple task. Now, after years of studies, the Monaco Government says it has a solution that could alleviate the...

Record road deaths force Monaco Police to get tough on drink driving, but how?

Six people were killed in drink driving-related accidents in Monaco last year while hundreds more were either arrested or apprehended by police for public drunkenness and disorder. It is clear that...

Property prices at record levels in almost all Monaco neighbourhoods

The average price per square metre for a property in Monaco has soared by almost 40% in a decade and reached an all-time high in five of the Principality’s most unexpected neighbourhoods in 2023.

Prince Albert II sends heartfelt message of support to King Charles III 

In his touching message to King Charles, Monaco’s own sovereign called the British monarch a “source of inspiration” and commended his “determination, courage and openness”. 

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Red level pollen alert issued for south of France

Tissues at the ready! Cypress, juniper and mimosa trees are reaching full bloom and a red alert warning allergy sufferers of high levels of pollen has been issued from the Pyrénées-Orientales to...