Thursday, March 31, 2005

H.S.H. The Hereditary Prince Albert Assumes Sovereign Duties

In accordance with the Statutes of the Sovereign Family, and after discussions with HSH the Hereditary Prince Albert, the Secretary of State acting on behalf of the Council of the Crown, has stated the inability of HSH Prince Rainier III to exercise His Sovereign Duties at this time.

http://www.visitmonaco.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.viewPage&pageId=534

Monaco's Prince Rainier still in frail condition, but vitals stable

MONACO (AFP) - Monaco's Prince Rainier, the longest-serving monarch in Europe, remained in stable but frail condition with his vital signs stable but the prognosis guarded, the palace announced.

Wednesday, March 30, 2005

Tourists Enjoy Monaco Despite Crisis

Roaming the parking lot outside the Monte Carlo Casino, tourists peek inside the Bentleys and pose for pictures beside the Rolls-Royces, Aston Martins and Lamborghinis.

Tuesday, March 22, 2005

MONACO MAKES MORE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC THIS SPRINGTIME - Listeners in New York & Los Angeles Can Win a Grand Prize Trip to Monaco

The famous British conductor, Thomas Beecham (1879–1961), once said, “…Magical music never leaves the memory…” and he could well have been referring to this year’s Making Music in Monaco series, destined to once again delight classical music lovers from coast to coast.

http://www.visitmonaco.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.viewPage&pageID=706

The Grimaldi Forum Monaco Named “Best Overseas Conference Centre” 2005: GOOD THINGS COME IN THREES...

After just 5 years in operation, the Grimaldi Forum Monaco receives international recognition for the third year in a row as one of the most attractive and efficient conference centres.

http://www.visitmonaco.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.viewPage&pageID=708

Friday, March 11, 2005

"...more worthy of Sotheby's than Ebay..."

MonacoAuction.com: The time of your life is just a bid away! The quest for the ultimate vacation to the fabled Principality of Monaco - and for far less than you imagine - begins with a bid.

http://www.visitmonaco.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.viewPage&pageId=39

The Art of Mediterranean Gardening at the Grimaldi Forum Monaco April 29- May 2, 2005

Established by H.S.H. Princess Grace, the Monaco Garden Club continues to flourish and each Spring plays hostess at the illustrious Monaco Flower Show, incorporating the International Floral Arrangement Contest. This year, from April 29 - May 2 at the Grimaldi Forum Monaco, the show's theme is The Art of Mediterranean Gardening.

http://www.visitmonaco.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.viewPage&pageId=283

Wednesday, March 09, 2005

Art Exhibit by Monégasque Painter Claude Gauthier in Boston from April 2 through May 2, 2005

Claude Gauthier, Monaco’s own self-taught artist, will welcome spring to Boston with an open invitation to discover his fascinating and colorful world. With scenes from Monte-Carlo to the French Riviera and Provence, Gauthier’s naïve art style and luminous paintbrush convey all the splendor and radiance of his subjects.

Tuesday, March 08, 2005

Rainier in hospital with infection

MONACO (AP) -- Monaco's 81-year-old ruler Prince Rainier III was admitted to a hospital with a chest infection and was expected to require a few days of treatment, his palace said Tuesday.

http://www.cnn.com/2005/WORLD/europe/03/08/rainier.ap/index.html

On a voyage of excellence

FROM the window of his bedroom in Fontvielle, a pretty suburb of Monaco, Ken McCulloch can take in the view across the warm, blue waters of the Mediterranean towards the distant coast of Italy. It’s an idyllic setting, from where he might stroll down to the bay or take a short drive up the hill to enjoy a coffee in the peaceful surroundings of Monte Carlo’s casino square. Life is blissful where the sun always shines and the money keeps rolling in.

http://scotlandonsunday.scotsman.com/business.cfm?id=244782005

Thursday, March 03, 2005

Helmut Newton Exhibition from April 2 through 24, 2005

For this exhibition June Newton has chosen a selection of Helmut’s commercial work that he did for fashion catalogues and some of his late editorial fashion photographs that he did for magazines.

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