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Monaco Government expects 25% growth  of Indian Tourists

Nov 21, 2012

“India is increasingly becoming a niche strategic market for us and we are

H.E.Patrick Medecin Ambassador of Monaco to ndia and Mr. Eric Marsen arketing Director for Monaco together in mumbai at the press conference

witnessing a good growth in the number of tourists visiting Monaco from India” said H. E. Patrick Medecin, Ambassador of Monaco to India while addressing media in Mumbai today. Giving an insight into the various activities and luxuries that tourists can enjoy in Monaco- one of the most serene destinations in Europe, he said that it was encouraging to see a steady growth amongst the Indian tourists visiting Monaco.

H.E. Patrick Medecin further said that while in 2010 there were 1200 travelers from India, this number grew to around 1500 in 2011 and we expect 25% growth in Indian travelers visiting Monaco in 2012.

He added that travelers from India have an appetite to explore the unexplored and an urge to experience Europe’s best on offer. Our objective here is to showcase Monaco as one of Europe’s finest destinations for the people who settle for nothing but the best and are looking for unmatched quality. Year 2012witnessed a considerable increase in day-visitors, room-nights and MICE movements from India and Monaco  is hoping to see some more growth in these numbers in the coming years.

During the road shows which are being organized in India, Monaco Government Tourist and Convention Authority, the travel trade and media will be given an opportunity to speak to its key representatives including Mr. Jean-Francois Gourdon, Director of Communications and Public Relations, Mr. Eric Marsan, Marketing Director and Ms. Corrine Kiabski, Press and Communication Manager.

Although it is the world’s second smallest country, Monaco – with its legendary reputation as the home to royalty, luxury suites and multimillion dollar penthouses -receives more than 4 million visitors every year. Visitors to the country are not restricted to leisure travellers alone. Monaco also comes across as one of the ideal destinations for MICE travellers. With 300 days of Sunshine, the Mediterranean natural beauty and the world-class infrastructure, Monaco could be the premier choice for meeting and recreation, specially keeping in focus that destination is committed to providing very special value-driven offers for MICE and customised programs.

The year 2013 will be celebrated as the 150th anniversary of the Monte-Carlo SBM properties. Monte-Carlo SBM operates the Principality of Monaco’s most distinctive assets. It comprises 2 palaces and 2 deluxe hotels, 5 casinos , 60conference and banqueting rooms, 33 bars and restaurants, 3 spas including LesThermes Marins de Monte-Carlo, as well as cultural and leisure venues including the Opera, the Salle des Etoiles, the Jimmy’z night club, the Monte-Carlo GolfClub and the Monte-Carlo Country Club. It comes equipped with high-tech equipment and offers a wide-array of amenities to simplify MICE organization as well as offers a broad choice of leisure and other activities.

The recently concluded celebrations of the 25th anniversary of the Louis XV restaurant – the world’s finest and most delicate combination of authenticity and culinary excellence – saw participation from 200 chefs and 300 Michelin stars from all over the world including Chef Hemant  Oberoi from India. The menu at Louis XV is a Mediterranean and seasonal symphony of a style that suggests a wide pallet of exquisite dishes. The wine cellar, filled with 400000 bottles, is a wine aficionados’ dream. But above all, the detail of each preparation reveals the magic of this incomparable place – a timeless enchantment. With 25 years of proven excellence, this celebration confirmed the country’s pole position as the European capital of gastronomy.Everything about this exotic destination is rich, flamboyant and colour ful, and is sure to leave the visitors with memories to be cherished for a lifetime!

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