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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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Club Suisse de Monaco: “Can Switzerland remain neutral?”

A geopolitical conundrum, Switzerland's neutrality is going under the lens at a Club Suisse de Monaco dinner with humanitarian Alexandre Liebeskind this May.

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Photos: Prince Albert and Princess Charlene in Florence for official visit

As one might expect from a trip to Florence, culture and art were the order of the day for Prince Albert and Princess Charlene during their packed one-day visit to this beautiful Italian city. 

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Mel C, Fatman Scoop and Goodboys to headline Amber Lounge after parties

Just a handful of tickets remain for the three days and nights of Amber Lounge events that, for 20 years, have dominated as the to-go after parties for Formula 1 drivers and Grand Prix fans alike.  

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Giancarlo Giannini named President of the Jury at 2023 Monte-Carlo Film Festival

Italian acting great Giancarlo Giannini, the star of films such as Love and Anarchy, Hannibal, Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace, has been announced as the head of the jury for the upcoming...

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“The next pages of history”: Olivier Thomas arrives at the Hôtel de Paris as new Managing Director

The Hôtel de Paris has found its new Managing Director in Olivier Thomas, a newcomer to the Société des Bains de Mer Group but a seasoned head of luxury hotels worldwide, following the departure...

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What to expect from the pension reform strikes on 13th April

The next round of mass protests against France’s pension reforms is to take place on Thursday 13th April. Here’s what to expect locally.