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24th September 2009
Pisa with its leaning tower is our first port of call this morning. One hour and thirty minutes from Florence towards the Mediterranean sea and we arrive at the parking. Instead of taking the public bus to the drop off I rang ahead and booked a little tra... Read >
Author: Apple Tree24th September 2009
With a population of under 40,000 Monaco could be forgiven for believing that overseas embassies were an unnecessary expense.
Until now the world's second smallest country has been content to co-operate with French embassies around the world for any ne... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
The Monaco Grand Prix ranks among the top sporting events in the world, and for good reason.
The combination of Formula One cars street racing and the influx of celebrities to the playground of Europe make a heady mix for the annual event, and is viewe... Read >
Author: wbdoyle25th August 2009
CHICAGO - The 2009 Monaco Grand Prix was poised to be one of the most challenging and exciting races on this year's Formula One circuit-and an unmatched opportunity for corporate hospitality, says THG North America CEO Jon Stromberg.
"The Monaco event ... Read >
Author: JonStromberg22nd July 2009
Europe's Monaco acts like a magnet for the wealthy - if they don't want to live there for the tax haven reasons they almost certainly want to visit.
And while the recession might be hitting ordinary people, and they are cutting back on their holidays, ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer01st June 2009
The Formula One season is now one third complete following the Monaco Grand Prix. As expected, the season has been one full of chaos and controversy.
After massive changes to the rules and regulations for Formula One, the 2009 season promised to be an ... Read >
Author: Lemmy Gibson11th May 2009
If someone asked you to name the world's great sporting event, how would you respond? Sure, there's the Super Bowl, the World Cup and the Tour de France. Would you consider the Monaco Grand Prix? Year in and year out, the Monaco Grand Prix is one of the w... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer15th April 2009
It is safe to say that the Caparo T1 road car has not had the easiest development period. Firstly there was the suspension failure whilst giving passenger laps to assembled journalists, then Jason Plato was badly burned on the hands and face whilst testi... Read >
Author: Jo Alexander02nd December 2008
Though Christmas is widely considered to be a 'holiday', very few of us would probably associate it with being a stress-free time of year. With all that shopping in the crowded high streets and all that family entertaining, not to mention the pressure of ... Read >
Author: John Smith31st October 2008
Formula 1 car racing is also known as F1 car racing. You might mistake it for Indy car racing because the cars look very similar. However, this is not the case. The rules for an Indy car race are very different from those of a Formula 1 race. The FIA, or ... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON17th October 2008
The French Riviera brings to mind a place where the sun always shines and the famous always visit, but there is a lot for the average person to enjoy as well. And it pays to choose your location with care too, because although the weather is wonderful ... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell14th October 2008
Though Christmas is widely considered to be a 'holiday', very few of us would probably associate it with being a stress-free time of year. With all that shopping in the crowded high streets and all that family entertaining, not to mention the pressure o... Read >
Author: Johnasmith15th September 2008
Today's Monaco attracts tourists from around the world, but tradition and past architecture makes the country what it is today - an elegant combination of the old and of the new.
New structures, such as the Novotel hotel in Fontvieille, contribute to t... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer02nd September 2008
Robert Kubica, who went on to record the first race victory for BMW Sauber, was very lucky that Hamilton missed the rear end of his car by just a few inches. Even the French Grand Prix was uncharacteristically incident packed with Massa benefiting from th... Read >
Author: Priya Singh21st August 2008
The 08’ Formula 1 just season keeps getting better and better. Oscar winning script writers couldn’t dream up any more drama than we’ve seen in the past few races – four different drivers have led the championship in as many races. In the midst of... Read >
Author: Priya Singh26th July 2008
British driver Lewis Hamilton won the July British Grand Prix in front of his home crowd, driving a McLaren. "I've had a couple of bad races, and coming here I was just thinking it would have been nice to get some points and maybe a win. I thought a one-t... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer24th July 2008
The Grand Prix and Fashion
Monaco always attracts the world's biggest celebrities with its natural beauty and refined elegance. When the excitement of Formula One racing hits the principality's streets at the end of May, top models as well as Hollywood s... Read >
Author: RAMAN18th June 2008
It all happened for me one day during one of many stays in South America, more specifically while in Santiago, Chile when I woke up early on a Sunday morning in order to take advantage of the early light to get some good shots of my neighborhood. It was ... Read >
Author: Gianni Truvianni09th June 2008
The Monaco Grand Prix held at the end of the May shows Monaco in her full glory to the world for a Sunday afternoon, and this year was no exception as Lewis Hamilton won the race for the first time.
Monaco is known the world over not just for the best ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer06th June 2008
Britain's Lewis Hamilton started this year's Monaco Grand Prix in third position on the grid, behind the two Ferraris of Felipe Massa and Kimi Raikkonen, and knew it would take a top drive to get between them, let alone win.
But after last year's Monac... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer22nd May 2008
Will Hamilton Win in Wet and Demanding Monaco?
22 May 2008 – You can now play Pikum on Formula 1 events, as well as football and rugby on Pikum www.pikum.com, the new online social betting game. Starting with this Sunday’s Grand Prix in Monaco, Pikum... Read >
Author: Carrotcomms08th May 2008
The first Grand Prix was organized in 1929 by Anthony Noghès, his father was the president of the ACM, Automobile Club from Monaco. They tried to organize it already one year before but that was declined. Eventually, thanks to the support of Louis Chiron... Read >
Author: Tania Machowska25th April 2008
With the new Formula 1 season four races old, the drivers have already been to Australia, Bahrain, Malyasia and then to Spain.
But at the rare times between races when the drivers do get a couple of days off and head home - home is increasingly for man... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer17th April 2008
The Principality of Monaco always attracts the world's biggest celebrities with its natural beauty and refined elegance. When the excitement of Formula One racing hits the principality's streets at the end of May, top models as well as Hollywood stars and... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer25th March 2008
Among the elegant historic architecture of Monaco, the modern continues to unfold. This combination of old and new contributes to the charm this principality continues to offer visitors.
New structures, such as the Novotel hotel in the city center, con... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer07th March 2008
Macau is a city with two faces: the fortresses, churches and food of former colonial masters Portugal speak to a uniquely Mediterranean style on the China coast. Macau is also the self-styled Las Vegas of the East. The last few years have seen once-sleepy... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye30th October 2007
It's well known that the people in the French Riviera have money. They enjoy the finer things in life and can actually afford to have them. For years this meant owning property or taking a holiday in Monaco or owning a yacht. It seems that isn't enough an... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer11th September 2007
Despite being the second smallest country in the world Monaco has established herself as the natural European home for many of the world's wealthiest men and women due to her tax haven status, with many more visiting on holiday while cruising the Mediterr... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer02nd September 2007
Until recently, any cyclist would have been proud to compete in the Tour de France, but with its reputation in tatters after the 2007 race, the cyclists overwhelming desire this year was to get to Paris and then go home. After all the controversy of the ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer02nd September 2007
Shortly after Prince Albert became Monaco's Sovereign two years ago he set a path that would show him to be a leader among leaders for the environment movement.
In an effort to encourage more people to leave their cars at home and use public transport ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer14th August 2007
The Monaco Grand Prix earlier this year was indeed controversial, but it pales in comparison to the Hungarian Grand Prix. At the Monaco race, Hamilton lamented that his team held him back from trying to overtake his teammate Fernando Alonso. This has ... Read >
Author: Anthony Fontanelle26th July 2007
Grand Prix Formula One rookie Lewis Hamilton took third in the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, while Finnish driver Kimi Raikkonen took first for the second time in a row since the previous week's fortuitous win at Magny-Cours in France. Up until then,... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer11th July 2007
Less than two hours flying time away, the Monaco Grand Prix has been voted as the favourite destination by British people as the ultimate sports event to visit.
No other sporting event comes near to being able to combine the year round sophistication a... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer01st July 2007
This year's F1 Grand Prix season is underway, and in the first race in Melbourne Finland's Kimi Raikkonen secured his position on the winners' podium after driving his Ferrari to victory, with new British driver Lewis Hamilton securing third position in h... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th June 2007
From their New York Headquarters the UN has launched a campaign to plant a billion new trees, which is being welcomed by environmentalists, but with a warning by some that in certain regions it could do more harm than good.
While the campaign claims th... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer04th June 2007
Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton achieved first and second for McLaren in the 2007 Monaco Grand Prix.
Alonso started from pole position and achieved the fastest lap time, and for most of the 78 lap race kept a three or four second lead over team-mate... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer31st May 2007
BMW Sauber boss Mario Theissen said that the team made a special effort to perfect its car for Monaco after being caught out by the street track's unique requirements in the previous year.
Polish Robert Kubica and German Nick Heidfeld finished fifth ... Read >
Author: Anthony Fontanelle31st May 2007
Europe's favoured destination for the rich is opening a new facility for the upkeep and repairs of the world's megayachts, and enhances Monaco's already fabled image.
The shipyard, which has taken two years to build, will be the largest megayacht facil... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer30th May 2007
The FIA, Formula One’s governing body, is to investigate McLaren’s one-two victory in last Sunday’s Monaco Grand Prix, following suggestions that team orders played a part in Fernando Alonso’s win over Lewis Hamilton.
The FIA has confirmed th... Read >
Author: Anthony Fontanelle30th May 2007
Jean Todt, the boss of Ferrari was not surprised by the supremacy of McLaren at this weekend's Monaco Grand Prix.
McLaren’s Fernando Alonso from Spain smoothly won the race while rookie Lewis Hamilton from Britain ranked 2nd, also from McLaren.
... Read >
Author: Zeke30th May 2007
At the ongoing 2007 Formula One season, the BMW Sauber Formula One Team is currently third on the Constructor’s Championship and so far has been showing a more or less good performance. The team has recorded four fourth place finishes after four race... Read >
Author: Anthony Fontanelle22nd May 2007
After recording their fourth 4th place finish at the fourth race of the season, team BMW Sauber is ready to take on the rest of the field at the forthcoming Monaco Grand Prix. The said race is regarded as one of the most prestigious races of the Formula... Read >
Author: Anthony Fontanelle02nd May 2007
Let’s face facts… there is no need to try and convince anyone to go to the Monaco Grand Prix. EVERYONE wants to go, right? Wanting to go isn’t the issue – it’s knowing how to get there and knowing how to make the most of it. Well read on to find... Read >
Author: Tom Matosevic01st April 2007
Monte Carlo is proving to be quite the leader in hosting world-class events and is fast making a name for herself that transcends its reputation for James Bond film settings and one of the hottest vacation spots in the world.
Within the last decade, Mo... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer30th March 2007
The Australian Grand Prix is one of the most exciting events held in Australia every year, with thousands of spectators viewing exciting Formula One racing and flat-out speeds experienced in Melbourne, Australia.
The World Championship event Formula On... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer30th March 2007
37,000 residents and people could be forgiven for believing that for Monaco overseas embassies were an unnecessary expense.
Until now the world's second smallest country has been content to co-operate with French embassies around the world for any nece... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer27th March 2007
Europe's car industry is displaying the latest innovations for more environmentally friendly products in Monaco next month, and included will be the very latest green, clean vehicles.
Famous for the annual Monaco Grand Prix, the new car show ties in wi... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer12th March 2007
Grand Prix fans the world over are preparing for the 2007 Grand Prix, with some noticeable changes compared to previous years.
Always a social highlight, with celebrities and top business people packing into the principality for the weekend, the 2007 G... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer04th February 2007
The residency mix of Europe's favourite tax haven is changing, according to Monaco travel guide YourMonaco.com
Best known of Europe's tax havens, Monaco has also been seen as a social gathering and vacation place for the rich - and home to successful b... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer13th December 2006
In recent years the super yacht industry has gone from strength to strength, and the Monaco Yacht Show has proved to be the natural home for their annual display to would be buyers.
Spotted among possible buyers was British Royal Prince Michael of Kent... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer05th December 2006
Twelve months after Prince Albert of Monaco began a campaign to increase awareness of the impact of global warming among his fellow world leaders, Monaco itself has dramatically improved its own record on the environment among 40 nations from second worst... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer15th November 2006
Monaco is to build a new island in the Mediterranean, just off Monte Carlo, confirming rumours that have been circulating for a year of a major new development in the Principality.
With a surface area of some 275,000 square metres, the development adds... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer25th June 2006
The highlight of the F1 Grand Prix season, the Monaco Grand Prix, has been won by Spanish driver Fernando Alonso in a Renault.
It was Alonso's first victory at Monaco, and extended his lead in the drivers championship to 21 points.
Second place went... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer09th June 2006
The world's leading luxury yacht show in Monaco is to pay for 55 wind turbines in New Zealand - enough to generate power for 45,000 homes - making the event 'carbon neutral'.
Under the watchful eye of Prince Albert, the yacht show is part of Monaco's n... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer28th May 2006
The world's leading luxury yacht show in Monaco is to pay for 55 wind turbines in New Zealand - enough to generate power for 45,000 homes - making the event 'carbon neutral'.
Under the watchful eye of Prince Albert, the yacht show is part of Monaco's n... Read >
Author: Roger Munns17th May 2006
The Monaco Grand Prix ranks among the top sporting events in the world, and for good reason.
The combination of Formula One cars street racing and the influx of celebrities to the playground of Europe make a heady mix for the annual event, and is viewe... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer02nd May 2006
The Monaco Grand Prix ranks among the top sporting events in the world, and for good reason.
The combination of Formula One cars street racing and the influx of celebrities to the playground of Europe make a heady mix for the annual event, and is view... Read >
Author: Roger Munns20th April 2006
The Monaco Grand Prix ranks among the top sporting events in the world, and for good reason.
The combination of Formula One cars street racing and the influx of celebrities to the playground of Europe make a heady mix for the annual event, and is view... Read >
Author: Roger Munns05th March 2006
Copyright 2006 Christopher Green
Picture the scene:
It's the Monaco Grand Prix and the Ferrari of Michael Schumacher is in pole position. The warm-up lap has been completed and Schumacher revs the engine, waiting for the lights to flash in sequence:... Read >
Author: Chris Green22nd February 2006
More used to Grand Prix cars than dog sleighs, Monaco's Prince Albert's forthcoming trek to the North Pole has been greeted with surprise by many.
But the Prince is fairly accustomed to the cold, in contrast to the Mediterranean warmth of Monaco where... Read >
Author: Roger Munns14th October 2005
Perched over the Mediterranean Ocean, Monaco is a picturesque country. With very high prices, most travelers can only afford to spend one day in this conclave for the rich.
Monaco
The principality of Monaco is a bizarre little place. Situated to th... Read >
Author: Richard Chapo
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