or the past 150 years, Monaco has been the prime destination for the most selective travelers. This country nestled between sea and mountains perfectly cultivates this clever blend of a Principality that is reinventing itself, while remaining faithful to the elements that make up its DNA. Through the decades, Monaco has continuously developed a broad offering of services catering to the most exclusive of experiences, combining both innovative concepts and internationally renowned historic establishments, perpetuating excellence.
In Monaco, travelers are dazzled by the shimmering blue waters of the Mediterranean, mesmerized by the grandeur of the Prince's Palace, fascinated by the gastronomic diversity, enchanted by the world's most beautiful cars, hypnotized by the iconic Monte-Carlo Casino, marveled by the exhibits at the Oceanographic Museum, and impressed by the local Monegasque experience. Monaco experiences are unparalleled; Monaco is like nowhere else.
1. A HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL DESTINATION:
• A destination with over 700 years of history under the Grimaldi dynasty.
• A destination with cultural and historical landmarks: The Palace, Monte-Carlo District, The Casino, The Opera Garnier, The Cathedral, The Oceanographic Museum, The Car Collection Museum, New National Museum of Monaco.
2. A DESTINATION WITH YEAR-ROUND EVENTS:
• Monaco is a place that offers year-round events, opposite to nearby destinations, Monaco has over 500 events a year that experience seekers can enjoy throughout the year.
• Sports: Grand Prix (F1, Historic, Formula E), Monte-Carlo Rallye, Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, Longines Global Champions Tour of Monaco, Monaco Yacht Show, Football Games
• Arts / Culture: The Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival, Sporting Summer Festival, Fireworks Festival, Symphonic concerts at the Prince's Palace, Ballet, Opera, Philharmonic Orchestra, Rose Ball.
3. A GOURMET DESTINATION:
• Country with the most Michelin-starred restaurants per square meter in the world
• Variety of new organic, casual, and local restaurants
• Fine dining to farm to table options.
• Unlimited variety and quality of dining options for every taste, palate, and budget.
4. SUSTAINABLE FEEL-GOOD DESTINATION:
• Thanks to the H.S.H Prince Albert II of Monaco, Monaco proactively develops pro-sustainability policies.
• The Principality is committed to reducing 5
5 % of its greenhouse gases by 2030.
• Monaco has 2202 certified bedrooms (Green Globe, Green Key, Planet 21), 88 % of its hotel capacity.
• 97% of hotels have signed the National Pact for Energy Transition, a total of 2,418 bedrooms.
• To date, 2,000 m² of solar panels have been installed on the roofs of the Principality.
5. UNEXPECTED LOCAL EXPERIENCES:
• Although Monaco is known for being sought after because of its luxurious experiences, Monaco also offers Monegasque experiences:
• Visit a Made in Monaco company: Chocolaterie of Monaco, La Brasserie de Monaco, L'orangerie Monaco
• Explore Fointvieille distrcit: the district where majority of Monegasques reside, and where the second harbor is located.
• Discover Monaco by foot: Monaco is a very walkable destination. Monaco has 80 public elevators, 37 escalators, and eight travelators.
• Bike around the Principality: Monabike offers 390 electric bikes Located in 42 stations throughout the Principality.
• Visit the many beautiful gardens of Monaco.
• Shop with the locals at the Condamine Market.
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