Monaco

From Cave Dragonnette it is merely ten minutes by taxi to reach the principality of Monaco - the second-smallest independent state in the world. Monaco is a narrow coastal strip and its physical geography includes a long beach and steep cliffs. Monaco boosts a wide range of sights and events, and offers the best nighlife on the riviera. For those with lots of energy, one of the hot-spots in Monaco is Jimmy's (+377 9216 2000), which doesn't get started until after midnight. The late, late nightspots are the Rascasse (+377 9325 5690), and the Living Room (+377 9350 8031). Cultural highlights include the Philharmonic orchestra, the opera and the ballet. Monte Carlo, the principal residential and resort area, is home to the famous Monte Carlo Casino and the prestigious Formula One Monaco Grand Prix. In Monaco you are also spoiled with exceptional choices in spa, health and wellness services. The Monte-Carlo Country Club offers access to 22 tennis courts, a swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness, golf practice, squash, billiard etc. Visit their web site http://www.mccc.mc/ for more information.

If you want to enjoy private beaches with catering and all facilities included, there are several private beaches with catering you can visit for a small entry fee on a per day basis. The best private beaches are: La Spiaggia (+377 9770 4696), Monte Carlo Beach Club (+377 9350 5080), and Zebra Beach (+334 9301 1100). Further, Monaco has a wide selection of excellent restaurants. A Monégasque speciality is barbagiuan, a delicious tidbit of rice, spinach, leek and cheese, served as an appetizer. My favorite restaurant is Le Louis XV (+377 9216 3001), which has been ranked among the ten best restaurants in the world by Restaurant Magazine. Monaco is also home of one of the most prestigious soccer teams in Europe: AS Monaco. With seven league titles and five French Cup trophies, Monaco is one of France's most successful football teams. More Information on how to get tickets to their home matches on http://www.asm-fc.com/

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