Grab some glitz and head for Monaco
Feb 6, 2006, 18:42
If you're not adverse to rubbing shoulders with the more sophisticated holidaying type, Monaco could be just the place for you.
Nestling in the Mediterranean and boasting an all-year warm climate, Monaco has long been the haven of the world's glitterati, sun-seekers and tax evaders, and it won't take you long to realise why.
Monte Carlo is home to some of the world's most famous casinos, but there's much more to the area than roulette wheels and fur coats. The Lavotto Beach in particular is a ridiculously sumptuous stretch of fresh white sand, adorned with the bronzed limbs and glittering necks of the rich and successful.
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One of Monaco's real plus points is its sense of intimacy, and a short walk will bring you into Monte Carlo's bristling downtown, overflowing with steaming restaurants and bubbling boutiques.
The elegant rooms of the Hotel de Paris have attracted elite diners since 1865, and will satisfy the most gourmet palette, while more homely eaters will be happier in one of the local joints that serve up the delicious Monegesque cuisine - a combination of French, Italian and Mediterranean influences.
Besides the traditional beach, shopping and indulging fare typical of a luxury destination, Monaco also offers some quirky entertainment for travellers of a more adventurous persuasion.
The famous Jardin Exotique is home to over 7,000 different varieties of cactus, the Musee Oceanographique is Europe's top aquarium and perfect for the inevitable rainy family day, while the Palais du Prince is the royal seat at Monaco's heart, and dates back to the Grimaldi dynasty of the 13th century.
Whether you're an aspiring Paris Hilton or more a rugged Michael Palin, there's something in Monaco to satisfy every traveller's taste. Book now!
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