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The History of Société des Bains de Mer, the Oldest Hospitality Management Company in the World

Would it be even possible to imagine Monaco without its legendary Casino or Café de Paris? Or without its unique luxury hotels and gastronomic restaurants? Or its nightclubs and boutiques? There were times, however, when nothing of what Monaco is famous for today was there.

11 May, 2023

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The Year of Picasso: 50th Anniversary of the artist’s Death

Ah, Picasso! To some, he was a genius artist and a captivating celebrity. To others, he was a monstrous womanizer and a conniving father. To most, Pablo Picasso was a creator of both spectacular art and turbulent controversy.

8 Apr, 2023

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Did You Know? 9 places on the French Riviera that no longer exist

They once were an integral part of the French Riviera landscape. Today, the memory of these historically significant sites is immortalized only in photographs. Discover this fascinating history of disappearance around the Côte d'Azur with HelloMonaco.

16 Feb, 2023

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95th Anniversary of Sir Roger Moore, Monaco’s Suave Bond who Loved Children

We couldn't help remembering in this passing year the legendary James Bond of Monaco who would have celebrated his 95th birthday this year.

25 Dec, 2022

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100 years Later: Why the Adventures of Prince Albert I are Relevant Today

Prince Albert I of Monaco devoted much of his life to the study of our planet.

19 Dec, 2022

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How Lord Lucien of Monaco may have inspired Machiavelli

What do you think of when you hear the name Machiavelli? Does the name fill you with a sort of indefinable uneasiness? Does it remind you of your favourite rap song from the 1990s? Does it make you think of conspiracy theorists? Or all of the above? One thing.

18 Sep, 2022

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The incredible story behind the first meeting of Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier

While remembering Princess Grace it's hard not to mention the love story between Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly and how they met for the first time.

18 Apr, 2022

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The three winters that influenced the history of Monaco

Winter is traditionally a period when the entire world is hibernating in anticipation of spring. The history of the Principality suggests the opposite, however. Winter in Monaco has often been the time for important political and economic decisions, those of life-changing tax reforms or transition to a constitutional monarchy.

13 Apr, 2022

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Fountain of Youth at the Grimaldi Castle

Throughout its history, humanity has been obsessed with seeking eternal youth, searching for ways to slow down the clock when it comes to our own mortality.

24 Feb, 2022

Charles II and the Miracle of Saint Devote

Charles II, eldest son of Honore I and Isabella Grimaldi, took over as Lord of Monaco on the death of his father in 1581. It was a time of great power rivalry in Europe between France and Spain.

26 Jan, 2022

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The Belle Époque Magic of Monaco’s Emmanuel Bellini

Emmanuel Bellini was born in 1904 in Monaco 20 years before the birth of Prince Rainier.

24 Jan, 2022

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«She’s too everything»: Princess Grace in the Eyes of the Famous

It is very interesting to look at Princess Grace through the eyes of people who had the privilege of working with her or knew her. Whether famous actors or directors or the best stylists or photographers they all were moved to voice their praise.

12 Nov, 2021

Prince Albert on his mother, Princess Grace

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Beyond time: the impeccable style of Princess Grace of Monaco

«The thing that made her stand out is what we call ‘style’». That is how, in 1955, the American magazine McCall’s described the mythical «look of Grace Kelly», recognized as the standard of elegance and refined taste, beyond time and trends.

9 Nov, 2021