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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

In pictures: Monaco unites for Fête Nationale

Relive the excitement of Monaco's 2024 National Day and revisit the highlights of the festivities, which put the Princely family front and centre for the world to see.

Japanese cuisine and culture in the spotlight at the Marché de la Condamine

Expect everything from sake and matcha tasting sessions to creative workshops teaching the ancient arts of origami and calligraphy at the Marché de la Condamine's Japanese Soirée next week.

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Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella steal the show on Monaco’s National Day

The Palais Princier de Monaco has released two precious photographs of Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella in honour of the Fête Nationale de Monaco.

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Photos: Patriotic drone show wows crowds at Fête Nationale festivities

The mesmerising display of 800 drones celebrated the history and traditions of Monaco, enchanting the crowds with both modern and classic emblems of the Principality and its sovereign family.

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France: New winter tyre rules come into force for the 2024/25 season

With the start of the Alpes du Sud’s ski season mere weeks away, now is the perfect time to review drivers’ legal obligations when travelling through France's more mountainous regions, from the...

When are local ski resorts opening for the winter season?

Tignes will be the first resort in France to launch the 2024/25 winter season when it opens its pistes this weekend, but the stations of the Southern Alps won't be far behind.