Celebrate Spring with the Monte-Carlo Beach Reopening
A spring program at the Monte-Carlo Beach was recently unveiled by the Société des Bains de Mer. The spring reopening is slated for 14 April 2025. The hotel’s renewal began in 2024 with René Blino placed at the helm of the complex, which will be revealed in successive waves throughout this spring and into 2027.
Michelin-starred Chefs return to the Festival des Etoilés, starting in April…
For the past five years, the Monte-Carlo Festival des Etoilés has established itself as an unmissable gastronomic event in the Principality. Beginning on 10 April 2025, the central theme of this year’s edition will feature new dinners prepared by two chefs. Michelin-starred chefs of the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer (SBM) will welcome some of the biggest names in French and international gastronomy, before reuniting for the grand finale: a seven-Michelin-starred gala dinner.
Europe’s most starred resort, with 7 Michelin stars, the SBM remains one of the world’s most iconic groups in the field of haute cuisine and the Grand Art de Vivre. With 162 years of history and more than 30 restaurants and bars, the Festival celebrates the immense talent of SBM chefs.
Leclerc’s Shanghai Masterclass: Fast, Fearless… and Unfortunately, Too Light
80eme Grand Prix Monaco 2023 Formule 1
The 2025 Chinese Grand PrixTM unfolded as a dramatic spectacle, showcasing both remarkable resilience and unforeseen setbacks for Scuderia Ferrari. Charles Leclerc’s performance stood out as he masterfully navigated the Shanghai International Circuit despite significant challenges, only to face disqualification post-race, compounding Ferrari’s woes.
The race commenced with an unfortunate incident between Ferrari teammates on the opening lap. Leclerc’s SF-25 sustained damage to its front wing after a collision with Lewis Hamilton, resulting in the loss of the left-side endplate. Despite this aerodynamic handicap, Leclerc exhibited exceptional skill and determination, maintaining competitive lap times and managing to overtake rivals.
From Victory to Vision: AS Monaco Women’s Volleyball Team’s Path to Success
The AS Monaco women’s volleyball team is making a name for itself in the world of sports, building on the momentum of last year’s French Championship victory. Founded in 1952, the Monaco Volleyball Sports Association is part of the Côte d’Azur league and the French volleyball federation. The women’s volleyball team became the first professional women’s team in the Principality. They competed in Women’s Elite (the French second division) during the 2017-2018 and 2020-2022 seasons and are currently competing in Nationale 2.
Under the thoughtful leadership of Coach Eva Hamzaoui and the enthusiastic guidance of Captain Alexandra Erhart, the team is enjoying an impressive winning streak this season.
Monaco Cracks Down on Rising Phone Scams: National Council Demands Action
In recent times, Monaco has witnessed a troubling surge in fraudulent telephone activities, prompting the National Council to urge the government to implement robust measures to combat this pervasive issue.
Over one span of just 48 hours, more than 1,500 scam calls were reported, targeting over 600 Monegasque telephone lines. These calls often originate from foreign numbers, with perpetrators posing as law enforcement officers, Monaco Telecom liaisons or legal representatives. Their modus operandi includes in the past informing victims, particularly the elderly, that a family member has been involved in a severe traffic accident, subsequently requesting substantial sums of money or valuables to assist the alleged relative. The scams evolve in terms of creativity to defraud.
