October/November 2018
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THE MUST-VISIT The old town on “Le Rocher” (the rock) is unmissable. Lose yourself in the rainbow streets leading to the Prince’s Palace. Here you will find the stunning Oceanographic Museum (great for kids), the Princess Grace Irish Library (pgil.mc) – founded in honour of her Irish ancestry – and Monaco Cathedral, the Princess’ final resting place. visitmonaco.com
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THE EVENT Monaco has long been a proud supporter of the arts. The principality has its own Philharmonic Orchestra, ballet, opera, art and jazz festivals – with Gregory Porter, above, launching this year’s edition of the Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival on November 13. The festival runs until December 2 so seek out an unforgettable performance – from Dita Von Teese to Bobby McFerrin – in the opulent Salle Garnier, the jewel in the crown of the famous Casino. montecarlolive.com
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Rebecca McVeigh is a TV producer, writer and musician from Co Down. Last year she swapped London for the French Riviera and, while working with Style Lab luxury communications in Monaco, she got to know the principality’s hottest spots.
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Rebecca McVeigh luxuriates in the hotspots of Monte-Carlo.
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THE GREAT OUTDOORS Monaco’s true treasure is “la grande bleue”, the dazzling azure waters of the Mediterranean. Hire a paddleboard from neighbouring Cap d’Ail or Eze-Sur-Mer to explore the coastline. If yachts are more your style, join the jet set aboard a Riva available for charter exclusively from Monaco Boat Service. (8 Quai Antoine 1er, +377 93 105 333; riva-mbs.com)
THE SHOPPING Monaco may only cover two-square kilometres but packs in all the designer shops you might expect. If you’re looking for a more local experience, Condamine Market, on Place d’Armes, offers fresh, regional produce that won’t break the bank. Flowers, fruit and Provencal herbs fragrance the air and an indoor area houses butchers, fishmongers and wine specialists.
THE EATS Rampoldi is something of an icon. Mere steps away from the Casino, the restaurant has been welcoming Hollywood legends and Monegasque locals since 1946. Exciting young Italian chef Antonio Salvatore has brought renewed gastronomic innovation to the menu. (3 Avenue des Spéluges, +377 93 307 065; rampoldi.mc)
SMART FLIERS AER LINGUS flies from Dublin to NICE daily until the end of October.