Monaco, the country of luxury

After the Vatican, Monaco is the second smallest country in the world, and paradoxically the first in population density. Located geographically on the Costa Zul, between the Mediterranean Sea and France, Monaco is today the image of luxury and debauchery. The luxury of the F1, the huge yachts, the stores of the main fashion firms or the girls in bikini on the arm of some rich old man; and the common debauchery of an earthly paradise suitable only for a lucky few rich people.

-How to go-
Monaco does not have an airport. The closest is Nice, about 40 km away. Iberia, Spanair, Air France, Air Europa and several low-cost companies make routes from the main Spanish capitals.
From Nice you can reach the Principality by taxi, train or helicopter.

-Where to sleep-
1.Port Palace Hotel: 4 stars, in the heart of Monte Carlo. Double room, 195 euros / night.
2.Fairmont Monte-Carlo: 4 stars. Luxury hotel located in Monte Carlo, by the sea. It is one of the largest in Europe in terms of capacity, with a total of 610 rooms. Double room, 235 euros / night.
3. Hotel Vista Palace: Impressive. Located on the top of a cliff in Monte Carlo Bay. Double room 147 euros / night
4.Hotel Ambassador Monaco: Nestled in a privileged place, a few meters from the Plaza del Casino and the Prince's Palace. Double room, 100 euros / night.

-What to see-
1.Exotic garden and observatory grotto: Opened in 1933, the garden offers a great selection of the most exotic flowers on the planet. The observatory grotto, open to the public 20 years later, is an underground cavity formed by a series of caves brimming with stalagtites and stalagmites.
+ Address: Boulevard du Jardín Exotique´
+ Visits: May 15 to September 15 from 9 a.m. to 19 p.m. / September 16 to May 14 from 9 a.m. to 18 p.m.- Open all year round except December 25 and November 19, the day of the national holiday. Adults, 6.90 euros. From 6 to 18 years old, 3.60 euros. Over 65, 5.30 euros.

2.Oceonographic Museum: Powered by Albert I and built in 1910 with the succulent benefits of the Monte Carlo Casino. It is also a marine research institute. Jacques Custó established his workplace here.
+ Visits: July to August, from 9am to 21pm. From September to July, 9:30 a.m. to 19:30 p.m.
3. Monaco Cathedral: The Cathedral of San Nicolás or Monaco, was built in 1875. Inside is the royal pantheon of the Grimaldi family, with the mortal remains of the royal saga. From September to June and on December 6 (celebration of Saint Nicholas) the choir of "The Little Singers of Monaco" sing during mass every Sunday at 10 am.
4.Palace of the Prince: In Monaco-Ville, where the seat of the Government is located, the Prince's Palace, built in the middle of the 11th century, is used. During its long history it has been bombarded and besieged by various foreign powers. It is the residence of the Prince of Monaco and can only be visited in his absence. The changing of the guard takes place daily at 55:XNUMX a.m.
+ Address: Place du Palais
5. Museum of Napoleonic Souvenirs: Personal objects, clothes and portraits of Napoleon and Josephine are on display.
+ Visits: December to May, from Tuesday to Sunday. June to October, every day from 9:30 a.m. to 18:30 p.m.
6.Monte Carlo Casino: Designed by Charles Garnier, responsible for the majestic Paris Opera, the building is dominated by sumptuous decoration in the Louis XV style. The casino is divided into different rooms: America Room, White Room, with a replica panel of the Three Graces, the Pink Room, for smokers, and the Ordinaire and Privés Rooms, to play. It is one of the most important, luxurious and select casinos in the world.
+ Visits: Everyone can visit the Casino and drop money at the slot machines or roulette. Only with prior payment you can access the Gaming Rooms with the highest bets, where a tie is also required. Open from 10 in the morning and does not close until the last bet is made.

-Where to eat-
1. Beef Bar: A brasserie with an avant-garde design. The best meat from Ireland, Argentina and the USA cooked in a European style.
+ Address: 42, quai Jean-Charles Rey
2.Miramar: With unbeatable views of the Bay of Monaco, located in the center of Monte Carlo, two meters from the Casino, the Miramar restaurant offers a wide variety of the best Mediterranean products.
+ Address: 1, avenue Président JFKennedy.
3.Sarriette: Young chef Henri Geraci delights diners with avant-garde cuisine created under local influences and aromas. Fish is especially tasty.
+ Address: 9, avenue Prince Pierre.

-Annexed: Monaco is the city of luxury. Do not forget to take a walk through the port and its gigantic boats. In summer you can see characters as diverse as Flavio briattore, Tiger Woods and lots of young beauties from all over the globe.