Destinations

I recenlty traveled to Monte Carlo  prior to joining a Silversea Cruise.Before departing the US, I  bought the LeClub Diamant Rouge Travel Club Card. (your travel consultant can purchase the card for your).  Le Club Diamant Rouge de Monaco, is the luxury travel club of the Monaco Government Tourist Office. Exclusive in benefits, yet affordable in price ($55), Le Club is the best way to take advantage of all the Principality has to offer. The “Card” gave us the opportunity to enjoy complimentary entrance to several museums as well as a complimentary helicopter transfer from the Nice airport to Monoco.  The Heli Air Monoco desk is  well located right outside of the customs area. The ride only took 7 minutes ( better than the 45 minutes- 1hour drive).

The helicopter ride and the specatcular view proved to be an experience of a liftetime!!  After arriving in Monoco we were driven to the Fairmont Hotel via a complimentary shuttle.   LeClub Card  offers complimentary admission tickets to various museums in Monoco.We enjoyed a self guided tour of  the Place du Palais where  Princess Grace and Prince Rainier welcomed their guest to gala events. The Museum of Napoleonic Souvenirs was fascinating with a rich collection of more than a thousand objects and documents relating to the First Empire, we especially enjoyed seeing the hat that Emperor Napoleon I owned and perhaps wore in one of his battles. The Museum of Automation and Dolls of Yesteryear was fascinating as well as the Naval Museum with it superb collection of some 250 scale models of famous sea vessels.  We also visited the  Prince of Monaco’s Private Collection of Classic Cars consisting of over 100 vintage and veteran motorcars made by some of Europe’s most prestigious firms was a delight.  We were only in Monoco for 2 full days, but had to opportunity to experience many wonderful sights because of our  LeClub Travel Card . 

The Fairmont Hotel  (previously the Loews) has been recently renovated and the rooms are pleasant and well appointed.  The hotel is one of the largest hotels in Europe with its 612 rooms. It has a contemporary feeling rather than traditional. It is often used for conferences and conventions, but  this should not deter anyone from staying here.  There is a Casino in the hotel as well a Spa.  The outdoor heated pool on the rooftop  commands one of the best views in Monoco.    I would recommend to book a room with a view and balcony, even though the inner courtyard rooms are less expensive.  Since the rooms are not very large, a room with a view and a balcony gives you a sense of additional space.  Le Pistou Restaurant located on the top of the hotel with  views of the Mediterranean Sea is wonderful for breakfast, lunch or a romantic dinner.  We were lucky to be in Monte Carlo on a Friday night when a specatcular fireworks show was being presented.  We reserved a table at LePistou Restaurant and enoyed a great meal accompanied by spectacular fireworks exploding overhead.  The Bar on the Lobby level has an incredible view of the Medetteraen and is one of the “hottest” bars in Monoco.  L’Argentin Restaurant, an elegant restaurant located on the lobby level also has stunning views of the sea and specializes in meats.

Monte Carlo in the evening is magical. There are numerous restaurants and late night entertainment.  We enjoyed dining outside and watching the Rolls Royces’, Mazeratti’s, Ferrari’s, and Bentley’s arrive with the women flaunting their jewels . As we sipped our champagne and enjoyed local mussels we fantasized about “Life in Monte Carlo”.

Suggested sighseeing trips:    Half-day  to Eze-Village offering an amazing view over the  peninsula.  Full day trips to:  the quaint village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence;a visit to the Picasso Museum  in Antibes , and  a  visit  to  the Renoir Museum  in Haut de Cagne.

Contact your Casto Travel Consultant for information about LeClub Diamant Rouge Travel Club Card  and the additional complimenary offers associated with the card. 

Here is some additonal  Information about the card…for your information.
Le Club Diamant Rouge de Monaco

Discover our Premier Travel Club where Luxury and Value Unite!

The Privileges of Membership in Le Club Enrolling your clients as members in Le Club Diamant Rouge Premier Travel Club entitles them to exclusive privileges, pampering treatments and specials throughout the Principality.

It also means added-value customer service for you and an opportunity to add to your commission when selling a Monaco holiday. Annual membership is $55 - but travel professionals may purchase it for only $35*, thereby earning a $20 commission for your effort (payment must be made with an agency certified check or agency credit card). Just our way of thanking you.
* when they book at least one night at rack (standard) rate in one of the participating hotels  

Membership amenities while in Monaco include:

* Complimentary helicopter airport transfer to/from Nice ($75 value)*
* Hotel room upgrades upon availability*
* Complimentary breakfasts, champagne, flowers or fruit baskets (offers
vary per hotel)
* Complimentary admission to all museums ($60 value)*
* Complimentary admission to the Casino ($20 value)*
* Special entitlement at Les Thermes Marins sea water spa
* Preferred treatment at Monaco’s finest restaurants
* Discounted limousine service car rental and excursions
* Shopping Specials
*A one-night minimum stay is required at Monaco’s participating hotels

Year-round amenities that continue the memories:
* Exclusive invitations to events in the U.S.
* Newsletters and updates on happenings in Monaco
* Commissionable hotel packages for members-only

For your special Le Club Diamant Rouge de Monaco membership, contact Le Club at (888) 371-CLUB or email them at info@clubdiamantrouge.com to receive an application.