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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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The most beautiful driving routes on the French Riviera

The landscape of the Côte d’Azur has provided the backdrop for many a Hollywood movie driving scene. Experience its beauty for yourself with these five stunning routes. 

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Four little-known French villages near Monaco that are worth a visit

A sunny spring day is the perfect opportunity to hop in the car and take a drive out to some of the picturesque towns and villages that line the mountains above Monaco. 

Two new ‘MaConsigne’ terminals available in Monaco

The fight against single-use plastic in Monaco continues, with two new ‘MaConsigne’ terminals available for the reusable fast food container service.

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“New Gastronomic Destination”: Monaco’s restaurant scene honoured by La Liste

No stars shone brighter than those of Monaco at La Liste’s Special Mediterranean Awards, which were hosted by the Hôtel Hermitage and attended by Prince Albert II. 

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Impending invasion: “Lionfish will be swimming in front of the Oceanographic Museum, not just in its tanks”

As Enrico Toja explains to Monaco Life, there is a mission to take the lionfish - the fastest growing invasion ever reported in the Mediterranean - out of the sea and on to the plate in Monaco.

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Video: From Monaco to the Moon, Venturi FLEX Rover joins SpaceX mission

A new page will be written in the history of Monaco in 2026 when the Venturi FLEX Rover departs Earth on a SpaceX expedition to the Moon.