SALONS

The Equine Ledger: The Arabian Breed’s Modern Circuit

The contours of Port Hercule have long accommodated the intersections of wealth and mechanical sport. On July 9–10, 2026, however, the harbor’s waterfront will host a discipline tethered to an entirely different sort of heritage. The debut of the Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) in Monaco bring...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

JOURNEYS

Paris Confidential

THERE IS A PARTICULAR kind of blue in Paris. Not the washed-out blue of a winter sky over the Seine or municipal blue of a street sign, but a blue that announces something altogether more serious. It is the blue door at 1, Place Vendôme, and if you know to look for it, it will stop...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

WELLBEING

The Biological Pitstop

FROM MY VIBRANT LIFE in Monaco, a world defined by the azure horizon and the mechanical precision of the Grand Prix, I have long cultivated a passion for the engineering of high-performance cars. There is a specific, tactile satisfaction in a machine that responds with instant, cali...

By H.I.R.H. Archduke Carl Christian of Austria, Luiz F. Costa Macambira

Inner Circles

Blueprint For Authority

IN KEEPING WITH ITS COMMITMENT to localized expertise, The Monegasque™ is pleased to announce the expansion of its editorial board with the appointments of H.R.H. Prince Felix of Luxembourg as Oenology Editor and H.R.H. Prince Michel of Yugoslavia

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

JOURNEYS

A Shared Vocabulary Of Excellence

THERE ARE HOTELS that define a skyline, and then there are hotels that define a city. In Singapore, Marina Bay Sands does both. Its triple-tower silhouette - a futuristic colossus crowned by the world’s most cinematic rooftop pool - has long been an emblem of the Lion City’s audacit...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

SALONS

Legacy, Influence, And A Very Big Night

There are evenings that merely punctuate the social calendar - and then there are those rare nights that quietly recalibrate it. The second Annual Gala of The Monegasque™, held on December 3 at the Yacht Club de Monaco, belonged decisively to the latter. Set against the maritime modernism...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

JOURNEYS

Beausite Zermatt: A Grand Alpine Revival With A Matterhorn View

Set high above the car-free village of Zermatt, BEAUSiTE Zermatt occupies one of the most privileged panoramic positions in the Alps, with an uninterrupted view of the Matterhorn dominating the horizon. At 1,620 metres above sea level, the hotel feels inseparable from the landscape that made Zermatt...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

JOURNEYS

Les Jardins Du Faubourg: The Heart Of Parisian Elegance

Just steps from the Faubourg Saint-Honoré, the Élysée Palace, and the Madeleine - and only a short stroll from the Champs-Élysées - Les Jardins du Faubourg is a discreet five-star boutique hotel nestled in a quiet street of the 8th arrondissement. Surrounded by symbols of French luxury, from Hermès...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

JOURNEYS

A Monument To Deco Grandeur: Atlas And The Revival Of Parkview Square

In a city that thrives on reinvention, few landmarks embody both architectural conviction and cultural continuity as profoundly as Singapore’s Parkview Square. Completed in 2002, the building was the crowning glory of developer C.S. Hwang, the late chairman of the Chyau Fwu Group - a visionary who s...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

L'Art De Vivre

Stability In A Fractured World

THE WORLD at the moment feels unsettled, even unmoored. Conflict simmers on nearly every continent. Economies contract and expand with dizzying speed. The climate grows harsher, the news darker, the tone sharper. There is a sense, in so many places,...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

CAPITAL

A Pool, Etched In Stone: How Kusserpool Is Redefining Luxury Through Craftsmanship And Sustainability

In Lower Bavaria, where granite has been quarried for generations, a swimming pool quietly challenges prevailing notions of what luxury looks and feels like. Constructed not from concrete or tile but from slabs of solid granite, this pool - referred to simply as the Kusserpool after the family firm...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

Talk Of The Rock

An Ode To Nautical Splendor

AS A LIFELONG RESIDENT OF MONACO AND THE CEO and Publisher of The Monegasque™, I want to thank H.S.H. Prince Albert for his 20 years of reign. And, as we approach the Monaco Yacht Show, I note that it has been 34 years since this modest gathering transformed into a dazzling emblem...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

JOURNEYS

Discreet Luxury On The Shores Of The Aegean: Vathi Cove Luxury Resort & Spa

For those accustomed to the quiet refinement of Monaco and seeking an equally composed escape, Vathi Cove Luxury Resort & Spa on the Greek island of Thassos presents a compelling option. Located on the protected Vathi Beach—part of the EU’s Natura 2000 network—this five-star property off...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

SPORTING LIFE

Lap By Lap Legends

IN OUR SUNLIT PRINCIPALITY, where Mediterranean streets twist like a coiled spring, Formula One finds its most indelible stage. The Monaco Grand Prix is no mere race; it is a ritual, a collision of glamour and grit that has defined motor racing for nearly a century. What better m...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

Talk Of The Rock

Happy Birthday! What A Year!

AS WE MARK THE FIRST ANNIVERSARY of The Monegasque™, it's hard to believe how far we've come in such a short time. A dream that started with a simple but ambitious vision to create a publication that would capture the essence of Monaco—its elegance, innovation, and unique lifestyle—...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

WELLBEING

Gut Instinct

AFTER MY REVITALISING experience at a wellness clinic in Switzerland, which I chronicled in the last issue of The Monegasque™, I could feel my body literally craving more. The transformative retreat had awakened a deeper awareness of my body’s needs and a desire to continue nurturin...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

SPORTING LIFE

And The Olympic Gold For Sport, Sustainability And The Arts Goes To…

THE OLYMPIC GAMES are a celebration of unity, perseverance, and diplomacy. No one represents these values more fully for the Principality than H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, whose participation in five consecutive Winter Olympics, from 1988 to 2002, exemplifies the country’s com...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

Culture

Inside The Homes Of Artists

Monaco, September 26, 2024 Art, in its purest form, is often a reflection of its creator. But what if we could step beyond the canvas and experience the spaces where art is made, where the artist lives and breathes their craft? This is the journey Tiqui Atencio Demirdjian takes us on in her captiv...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

JOURNEYS

Lapland Ice Driving: A Thrill Ride On The Edge Of The Arctic

In Lapland, starry nights unfurl beneath an aurora borealis curtain, casting the Arctic sky in a hypnotic swirl of greens and purples that call to adventurers at heart. For those who seek both speed and solitude in nature’s frostiest landscapes, there exists a singular thrill: Lapland Ice Dr...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

SPORTING LIFE

On The Grid. Off The Grid

AS A FAN OF FORMULA 1, walking the starting grid of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June was not just a moment—it was the culmination of an extraordinary journey through the most prestigious races in motorsport. I have had the luck, and privilege, of a lifetime to experience the walk of the starting grid...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

Inner Circles

May The Brand Be With You

WHEN THE CONCEPT for The Monegasque™ was birthed as a premier magazine, its profound essence was underestimated. What was initially overlooked is now crystal clear: the name itself wields a potent, almost mystical force. For those of us residing in Monaco, the word “Monegasque” is more than just a m...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

WELLBEING

Time To Reset

I have always been a bit skeptical about these well-being clinics, thinking they were mere 5-star hotels trying to offer a few sophisticated services. However, my whole perception changed drastically after experiencing the Reset Cure at the Clinique Nescens in Genolier. In an age w...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

JOURNEYS

A Celestial Symphony: The Northern Lights Experience

The Aurora Borealis, a celestial spectacle that transcends the boundaries of mere natural wonder, has evolved into an emblem of awe and inspiration for voyagers worldwide. It's not just an item to tick off a bucket list; it's an encounter that etches itself into the heart and memory of those fortuna...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

JOURNEYS

A New Chapter In The Saint James Unparalleled Legacy Of Hospitality

In the heart of Paris' 16th Arrondissement, the venerable Saint James Paris heralds a new chapter in its legacy of unparalleled hospitality with the unveiling of Villa Saint James. This exquisite ensemble of four luxury serviced apartments embodies a sanctuary for the distinguished Monegasque elite,...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

Inner Circles

The Original

IN A WORLD that has seen rapid transformations in the last few years, from pandemics to conflicts causing vast worldwide migrations, it is remarkable how the human spirit finds solace in creativity. A year ago, the concept of this magazine was non-existent. Today it is a period of r...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

Talk Of The Rock

The First Issue Of The Monegasque™ Is Finally Out !

WE are excited to share the first issue of The Monegasque™. Learn more about The Monegasque™ and see what we’ve been up to lately. What makes a “good first issue” ? What Defines an Outstanding Debut Edition ? The initial aspect to ponder is: what distinguishes an exceptional fir...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira

WELLBEING

Monaco Resident Supermodel Turns Role Model To Encourage Heathy Living

If the American nutritionist Victor Lindlahr had been looking for a blueprint to define his theory that 'you are what you eat', he might very well have conjured up an image of Maren Tschinkel. For although the German supermodel was born some 58 years after Lindlahr's book by the same title...

By Luiz F. Costa Macambira