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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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Property sales in decline across France, but prices climb in the Riviera

If the latest facts and figures from the Notaires de France indicate a decrease in residential real estate sales and a contraction of prices, it’s a trend that has escaped the south of France. 

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The fascinating story of Prince Albert I’s floating time capsules 

Did you know that in the 1800s, Prince Albert I of Monaco, the “Explorer Prince”, released almost 1,700 floating time capsules into the sea?  

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Where to find the best vegan food in Monaco

If Monaco is lacking a single, dedicated vegan restaurant, the Principality’s diverse gourmet scene provides plenty of options, from high-end dining at the Hôtel de Paris to grab-and-go selections...

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Monaco takes a firm stance against deep sea mining

Monaco reaffirmed its strong position against deep sea mining at a meeting of the International Seabed Authority, expressing concern about the "absence of robust regulations and necessary...

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Discover the top beach bars run by Cannes’ famous La Croisette hotels

The long list of luxury hotels that line Cannes’ famous La Croisette is impressive, but did you know that many of these high-end hospitality addresses also come with their very own private beach?  

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All the places it is forbidden to wear a swimsuit on the French Riviera

For a nation with almost 500 official nudists sites, the French can be a little prudish when it comes to showing a bit of skin away from the beach. Here’s a list of all the French Riviera communes...