Paolo Petrini

The Monte Carlo Beach Club: a luxury seaside oasis

The Monte Carlo Beach Club is an exceptional destination for beach and luxury enthusiasts. Located in the Bay of Cap-Martin, at the edge of the Principality, this prestigious establishment offers a private beach and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.

Albert II of Monaco : The Sovereign Prince of the Principality

Albert II of Monaco is the current sovereign of the Principality of Monaco, occupying the throne since 2005. Son of Prince Rainier III and the famous American actress Grace Kelly (now Princess Grace), he embodies the continuity of the illustrious dynasty of the Princes of Monaco while bringing a touch of modernity to his reign. Born on 14 March 1958 at the Prince's Palace of Monaco, Prince Albert grew up in a world combining monarchical tradition and openness to the world.

Who is Charlene of Monaco?

Charlène of Monaco, born Charlene Lynette Wittstock, is the Princess of Monaco and the wife of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco.

Will the Millionaire Boom Keep Driving Monaco Property Prices Higher?

Nearly one million new millionaires worldwide in a single year, and a 2.08 km² country that will never gain a single square metre more. My reading of the UBS 2026 report, and what it means for Monaco property prices over the coming decade.

Monaco Yacht Show 2026: everything you need to know about the 35th edition

From 23 to 26 September 2026, Port Hercules hosts the 35th edition of the world's largest superyacht show. Dates, tickets, new features and what the event changes for Monaco: here is the essential guide.

Pope Leo XIV in Monaco

Pope Leo XIV's visit to Monaco on 28 March 2026 is the first papal visit since 1538, i.e. nearly 488 years of absence, and marks a historic event of exceptional proportions. A sufficiently rare event to immediately place Monaco at the centre of international attention.

Monte-Carlo or Monaco: what each name actually means

Monte-Carlo is neither a city nor another name for Monaco: it is one of the districts of the Principality, the one built around Casino Square. Here is what each name covers, where the district sits on Monegasque soil, where its name comes from and how to use both without getting them wrong.

Sport and Wellness in Monaco: The Complete Guide

From the open-air MonaMove stations to the seawater pools, from reformer Pilates to personalised coaching, the Principality packs an unrivalled density of sports facilities into 2.08 km². A complete overview, discipline by discipline.

Swimming in Monaco: The Complete Pool Guide

A 50-metre seawater pool set on Port Hercule, an indoor pool renovated in 2026, an Olympic centre in Fontvieille and the sea at Larvotto: where to swim in Monaco, at what price and in which season.

Reformer Pilates in Monaco: The Studio Guide

From the reformer on Quai Antoine 1er to the studios of the Tour Odéon and the Palais de la Scala, Pilates has established itself as the Principality’s wellness discipline of choice. Studios, methods, real prices: the complete tour.

Personal Training in Monaco: The Bespoke Fitness Guide

At home, in the residence’s private gym, on the sea walls at first light or aboard a yacht: in Monaco, it is the trainer who travels. Formats, real budgets and how to choose.