14.05.2012
Monaco: A Ferrari from the 1950s has sold fora record 4.5 million euros in Monaco
A vintage Ferrari from the 1950s fetched a whopping 4.5 million euros at the RM auction in Monaco on the weekend. Read more … Ferrari sells for 4.5 million
11.05.2012
Monaco: Metropole Shopping Centre pledges to open to the public despite the Grand Prix
The Historic Grand Prix and the Monaco Grand Prix might be taking over the Principality this month but they won’t be closing the shops. The Metropole Shopping Centre will be leaving its doors well and truly open over both weekends so that shoppers don’t miss out on a chance to grab that essential summer accessory.Read more … Don't panic shoppers!
11.05.2012
Monaco: Les Ballets de Monte Carlo's line up of performances for June are announced
The classical ballet company, Les Ballet de Monte Carlo, is offering a feast of captivating and rhythmical performances next month including a tour around Europe and a sequence of riveting performances in the Principality. It's an eclectic and thrilling selection of choreographed dances, and here is an overview of what's in store…Read more … Next month's programme for Les Ballets de Monte Carlo
10.05.2012
Monaco: The Pirnce and Princess of Monaco pay a visit to the a childrens' activity centre in La Turbie
An activities centre for children had the honour of welcoming two special royal visitors on Wednesday 9th. The club was able to boast about the large range of thrilling activities available, which aim to fill up those long hours of the school holidays. Read more … Prince and Princess of Monaco visit childrens' centre
04.05.2012
Monaco: Principality welcomes back the boat that showed the world how successful solar power can be
The world’s largest solar boat ever built, PlanetSolar, is arriving back in Monaco’s Hercule harbour today, almost 19 month’s after it first set off on its ambitious journey around the world. The eco-adventure, which attracted worldwide interest, has successfully proven the huge potential of solar energy. Read more … It's a grand solar party
03.05.2012
Monaco: The Monegasque bank is developing itself as a strong supporter of the arts
The Compagnie Monegasque de Banque is due to sign a contract with Monaco’s New National Museum tonight with the aim of supporting the acquisition and developments of the arts in the Principality. The monetary level of the grant remains unknown but is sure to strengthen the museum’s position as a cultural hub.Read more … Bank backs Monaco museum
03.05.2012
Monaco: French Embassy open until 8pm for voters in the Principality
Ahead of the second round of voting in the national election, the French Ambassador in Monaco has announced that the Embassy will extend its opening hours this weekend in an attempt to avoid the chaotic scenes experienced by voters in the previous round. Residents will have until 8pm on Sunday to cast their crucial vote for either Nicolas Sarkozy or François Hollande. Read more … Hours extended for Monaco voters
01.05.2012
Monaco: Be amazed at the advances in Grand Prix while relishing in the beauty of the past
Every two years, Monaco steps back in time for the highly anticipated biennial Monaco Historic Grand Prix. Held two weeks before the main Grand Prix, the unique event brings together a mix of amazing classic cars from 1924 to 1985.
Read more … Historic Grand Prix
26.04.2012
Monaco: New pension bill put forward
The Monaco government has come up with a new pension scheme that it says will prevent the system from going bankrupt. The changes primarily relate to an increase in contributions by both the employee and employer – "a fair enough deal", argues the government, but the unions aren’t convinced. Read more … Government announces new pension scheme
25.04.2012
Monaco: MCFF is an annual charity event held in Monaco, raising money for underprivileged children around the world
For the seventh successive year, Monaco will celebrate the production of films, the talents of film producers, and the success of the film industry at this year's Charity Film Festival (MCFF). Read more … Monaco Charity Film Festival 2012
