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• How old must one be to enter the Casino? As the age of majority has been lowered from 21 to 18 in the Principality, admission to the gaming rooms is now authorised for people over 18 years old. A passport or identity card must be shown at the entrance. Are there any particular conditions regarding attire for visiting the Casino?

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The Monte Carlo Casino, officially named Casino de Monte-Carlo, is a gambling and entertainment complex located in Monaco. It includes a casino, the Opéra de Monte-Carlo, and the office of Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo.^[1]

The Casino de Monte-Carlo is owned and operated by the Société des bains de mer de Monaco, a public company in which the Monaco government and the ruling royal family have a majority interest. The company also owns the principal hotels, sports clubs, foodservice establishments, and nightclubs throughout the Principality.

The citizens of Monaco are forbidden to enter the gaming rooms of the casino.^[2]

History[edit]

The idea of opening a gamblingcasino in Monaco belongs to Princess Caroline,^[3] a shrewd, business-minded spouse of Prince Florestan. Revenues from the proposed venture were supposed to save the House of Grimaldi from bankruptcy. The ruling family's persistent financial problems became especially acute after the loss of tax revenue from two breakaway towns, Menton and Roquebrune, which declared independence from Monaco in 1848 and refused to pay taxes on olive oil and fruit imposed by the Grimaldis.

In 1854, Charles, Florestan's son and future Prince of Monaco, recruited a team of Frenchmen—writer Albert Aubert and businessman Napoleon Langlois—to devise a development plan and write a prospectus to attract 4 million francs needed to build a spa for the treatment of various diseases, a gambling casino modeled from the Bad Homburg casino, and English-styled villas. Granted the concession of 30 years to operate a bathing establishment and gaming tables, Aubert and Langlois opened the first casino at 14 December 1856 in Villa Bellevu. Intended to be only a temporary location, the building was a modest mansion in La Condamine.

In the late 1850s, Monaco was an unlikely place for a resort to succeed. The lack of roads needed to connect Monaco to Nice and the rest of Europe, and the absence of comfortable accommodations for visitors, as well as the concessionaires' failure to publicize the new resort, resulted in far fewer customers than was originally anticipated. Unable to raise the capital needed to operate the money-losing enterprise, Aubert and Langlois ceded their rights to Frossard de Lilbonne, who in turn passed it to Pierre Auguste Daval in 1857.^[4]

During this initial period, the casino had been moved several times, until it finally ended up in the area called Les Spelugues (English: The Caves). Construction at this site began on 13 May 1858 to designs of the Parisian architect Gobineau de la Bretonnerie^[5] and was completed in 1863. Gobineau de la Bretonnerie also designed the neighboring Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo (constructed in 1862).^[6]

Although the casino began to make a profit in 1859, Daval was not up to the task. Just like his predecessors, he was incompetent and lacked the ability to bring the gambling enterprise to the scale envisioned by Princess Caroline.^[7] Frustrated, she dispatched her private secretary M. Eyneaud to Germany, hoping to recruit François Blanc, a French entrepreneur and operator of the Bad Homburg casino. Blanc declined the offer. It took a lot of time and persuasion on the part of Princess Caroline to convince the Blancs to move to Monaco. Princess Caroline even appealed to Madame Blanc, whom she befriended during her first visit to Bad Homburg, with a suggestion that Monaco's mild climate would be good for Madame Blanc's ill health.

Finally, in 1863 François Blanc agreed to take over Monaco's casino business. To manage the new venture, a company—the Societe des Bains de Mer et du Cercle des Etrangers—was formed with capital of 15 million francs. Among the prominent investors were Charles-Bonaventure-François Theuret, Bishop of Monaco, and Cardinal Pecci, the future Pope Leo XIII. Blanc became the single majority stockholder in the company and received a 50-year concession, which would last until 1913. Blanc used his connections to quickly raise the required capital, and began the massive construction. On Blanc's insistence, the Spelugues area where the gambling complex was located was renamed to make it sound more attractive to casino visitors. A few suggestions were considered, and the name Monte Carlo was chosen in Prince Charles' honor.

In 1878–79, the casino building was transformed and expanded to designs of Jules Dutrou (1819–1885) and Charles Garnier, the architect who had designed the Paris opera house now known as the Palais Garnier. François Blanc knew Garnier because Blanc had provided a loan of at least 4.9 million gold francs to the cash-strapped government of the French Third Republic, so that the opera house, which had been started in 1861, could be completed. It had finally opened in 1875. The alterations to the Casino de Monte Carlo included the addition of a concert hall (designed by Garnier and later named the Salle Garnier), located on the side of the casino facing the sea, and the redesign and expansion of the gaming rooms and public spaces, mostly carried out by Dutrou on the side of the casino facing the Place du Casino, where the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo and the were also located.^[8]

In 1880–81, the casino was expanded again, to the east of Dutrou's Moorish Room, by the addition of the Trente-et-Quarante Gaming Room, also designed by Garnier. Subsequent additions and expansions, and the remodeling of the Trente-et-Quarante Gaming Room into the Salle des Américains, have mostly obliterated Garnier's contributions to this part of the casino, except for some ceiling decorations.^[9] In 1898–99, the Salle Garnier was remodeled by architect Henri Schmit, primarily in the stage area, so that it would be more suitable for opera and ballet performances. However, much of Garnier's original facade and the interior design of the auditorium itself remain intact.^[8] Despite all of the later additions and modifications, the casino still has a distinctly Beaux Arts style.

In 1921, the first Women’s Olympiad was held at the casino gardens.

Until recently, the Casino de Monte-Carlo has been the primary source of income for the House of Grimaldi and the Monaco economy.

Casino facilities[edit]

The casino has facilities to play a variety of games which include:

• Different kinds of roulette

1913 Gambler's fallacy[edit]

The most famous example of the gambler's fallacy occurred in a game of roulette at the Casino de Monte-Carlo in the summer of 1913, when the ball fell in black 26 times in a row. This was an extremely uncommon occurrence, although no more nor less common than any of the other 67,108,863 sequences of 26 red or black. Gamblers lost millions of francs betting against black, reasoning incorrectly that the streak was causing an 'imbalance' in the randomness of the wheel, and that it had to be followed by a long streak of red.^[10]

Breaking the bank[edit]

• In 1873, Joseph Jagger gained the casino great publicity by 'breaking the bank at Monte Carlo' by discovering and capitalizing on a bias in one of the casino's roulette wheels. Technically, the bank in this sense was the money kept on the table by the croupier. According to an article in The Times in the late 19th century, it was thus possible to 'break the bank' several times. The 1892 song 'The Man Who Broke the Bank at Monte Carlo', made famous by Charles Coborn, was probably inspired by the exploits of Charles Wells, who 'broke the bank' on many occasions on the first two of his three trips.
• According to the book Busting Vegas by Ben Mezrich, a team of blackjack players recruited from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology by team-leader Victor Cassius and Semyon Dukach attempted to break the bank at Monte Carlo with the assistance of a team-play-based system. The book describes how the management of Monte Carlo responded to the success of the team. According to Semyon the account in Busting Vegas is accurate aside from the fact that the team was made up of himself, Andy Bloch and another player he refers to as 'Katie'.^[11]

In popular culture[edit]

• James Bond, a fictional British spy, is often associated with the Casino de Monte-Carlo.
  • Monaco and its casino were the locations for a number of James Bond movies, including Never Say Never Again and GoldenEye, as well as for the 'Casino Royale' episode of the CBS's Climax!television show.
• The casino served as a filming location for the 2004 film Ocean's Twelve.^[12]
• The casino makes an appearance in Condorman, The Castle of Cagliostro and Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted.

Other mentions[edit]

• The Monte Carlo method, a computational approach which relies on repeated random sampling to solve difficult numerical problems, was named after the Casino de Monte-Carlo by physicist Nicholas Metropolis.^[13]

Gallery[edit]

• The Casino de Monte-Carlo main entrance

• View of the casino illuminated at dusk

• The main hall

• Roulette tables

• The gardens behind the casino with the Salle Garnier in the background

• South balcony

See also[edit]

References[edit]

Notes

1. ^'Le Casino de Monte-Carlo joue la carte de l'ouverture'. nicematin.com. Archived from the original on 2012-08-05.
2. ^The rule banning all Monegasques from gambling or working at the casino was an initiative of Princess Caroline, de facto regent of Monaco, who amended the rules on moral grounds. The idea that the casino was intended only for the foreigners was even emphasized in the name of the company that was formed to operate the gambling business, Societe des Bains de Mer et du Cercle des Etrangers (English: Company of Sea Bathing and of the Circles from Abroad). Source: Edwards, Anne (1992). The Grimaldis of Monaco: The Centuries of Scandal—The Years of Grace. William Morrow. ISBN978-0-688-08837-8..
3. ^Edwards, Anne (1992). The Grimaldis of Monaco: The Centuries of Scandal - The Years of Grace. William Morrow. ISBN978-0-688-08837-8..
4. ^'Chronology of Gambling (1852-1900)'. gamblinghistory.info.
5. ^Folli & Merello 2004, pp. 112, 114.
6. ^Denby p. 92.
7. ^Sharma, K.K. (1999). Tourism and Culture. New Delhi: Sarup & Sons. ISBN81-7625-056-2.
8. ^ ^abFolli & Merello 2004, pp. 116–117, 136; Bouvier 2004, pp. 190–192.
9. ^Folli & Merello 2004, pp. 132–133.
10. ^Lehrer, Jonah (2009). How We Decide. New York: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. p. 66.
11. ^'ThePOGG Interviews - Semyon Dukach - MIT Card Counting Team Captain'. Retrieved 10 November 2012.
12. ^'OCEANS 12 - Production notes - About the production'. CinemaReview.com. Retrieved December 1, 2013.
13. ^Metropolis 1987.

Sources

• Bonillo, Jean-Lucien, et al. (2004). Charles Garnier and Gustave Eiffel on the French and Italian Rivieras: The Dream of Reason (in English and French). Marseilles: Editions Imbernon. ISBN9782951639614.
  • Bouvier, Béatrice (2004). 'Inventaires' in Bonillo et al. 2004, pp. 186–205.
  • Folli, Andrea; Merello, Gisella (2004). 'The Splendour of the Garnier Rooms at the Monte Carlo Casino' in Bonillo et al. 2004, pp. 112–137.
• Denby, Elaine (2004). Grand Hotels: Reality and Illusion. London: Reaktion Books. ISBN9781861891211.
• Metropolis, N. (1987). 'The beginning of the Monte Carlo method'(PDF). Los Alamos Science (1987 Special Issue dedicated to Stanislaw Ulam): 125–130.

External links[edit]

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If you haven’t been to Monte Carlo yet – you must!

Monte Carlo is the epitome of glitz and glamour commonly associated with the French Riviera. It’s also the capital of Monaco — the small independent city-state on France’s Mediterranean coastline.

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When you think of what to pack for a trip to the stylish city, big hats, over-sized sunglasses, and high-end fashions come to mind – but are these items really practical? These are our best suggestions on what to wear in Monte Carlo.

Glitz & Glamour

Since famous American screen siren Grace Kelly married Price Rainier in 1956 and she became Princess Grace of Monaco, the country has captured Americans’ curiosity as a chic playground of the rich and famous.

With stunning beaches, yacht-lined harbors, and the world-renowned Grand Prix motor race held annually in late May, Monte Carlo is a popular vacation destination full of high-end restaurants, upscale casinos, and beautiful, ritzy hotels.

However, Monte Carlo can also be a relaxing and enjoyable destination for the average traveler to kick back.

The Climate

Nestled in the heart of the Mediterranean, Monaco borders France and shares the western portion of the Mediterranean Sea with Italy, Spain, and Tunisia.

Monte Carlo enjoys its warmest months in July and August with an average temperature of 75°F / 24°C. It averages 14 hours of sunshine a day and only one day of rain per month.

Start by reading these general tips on packing for summer travel:

In the winter months of January and February, you’ll see lows of 46°F / 8°C and an average of 5 days of rain per month.

These tips will help you pack for winter travel:

• How to Stay Warm in Cold Weather (without the bulk)

I was there in the springtime; in April. The weather was sunny and beautiful with an average temperature of around 59°F / 15°C.

Here’s our general tips on packing for spring travel:

Always research the weather before your trip. Once you’ve checked the weather forecast, you can focus on creating a travel capsule wardrobe, which should easily fit in a carryon suitcase with the help of packing cubes to compress your clothing.

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Tourist Highlights

Packing for Monte Carlo requires a balance of luxe-feeling statement pieces combined with items that travel well, can mix and match, and allow you to tour around comfortably while you check out the sites.

Must-do activities typically range from glitzy nights visiting world-class restaurants and the renowned Monte Carlo Grand Casino to sun-filled days spent lounging on yachts or soaking up rays while relaxing on at Larvotto Beach.

You can also expect to spend a fair amount of time walking around while visiting local tourist attractions like the Prince’s Palace and its Exotic Gardens, the Oceanographic Museum, and the popular Le Louis XV restaurant.

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Style in Monte Carlo

To look the part, think about channeling your inner Bond Girl. You want to pack chic, classic, and sexy statement items, but you don’t necessarily need to invest in ones that are expensive.

Definitely don’t sacrifice comfort across all of the items in your suitcase. You’ll do plenty of walking in Monte Carlo, so opt for packing stylish yet pavement-friendly shoes.

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Waterfront

Bring glamour to the beach or boat by packing an oversized sun hat like this one.

A stylish pair of sunglasses that you can rock from seaside to early evening champagne sipping will go a long way. These sunglasses by Kendall + Kylie and would look great in the Mediterranean sunshine.

Pack classic swimsuit styles inspired by old world glamour, like this one by Solid & Striped, as well as pretty coverups that you can wear for a quick lunch along the waterfront. If you’re going to be out on the water, that’s the perfect time to rock a candy-colored head scarf like you’ve seen in vintage films.

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Visiting Attractions

For exploring tourist attractions like the Oceanographic Museum (which was formerly directed by famous marine scientist Jacques Cousteau) or The Prince’s Palace (former home of Prince Rainier and Princess Grace) opt for comfortable clothing conducive to weather changes and lots of walking.

Pretty, breezy dresses are a good bet, as are comfortable yet chic footwear like metallic sandals or wedges.

We love these metallic sandals from TKEES. They also have many neutrals like black, brown, tan and bone. Sticking with a color similar to your skin tone will help you legs appear longer.

A fresh pair of white jeans would also be an incredibly versatile piece to add to your packing list.

Here are more comfortable walking sandals that are stylish, too!

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Fine Dining & Casino Hopping

Adding a few glittery accessories to your bag will pay off if you intend on visiting some of the beautiful and historic establishments around Monte Carlo. The crown jewel of these is the Monte Carlo Casino, which first opened its doors in 1863.

Slinky dresses and delicate sandals with a moderate heel are pretty ways to show up in style. We love this sparkly cocktail dress from Miss Selfridge.

Need an LBD? Look no further. Check out this convertible wrap dress you can actually wear everywhere!

Dress Clutch

A classic LBD goes a long way and is a versatile option that you can change up with a variety of accessories like dangly earrings and different evening bags or wraps. This is particularly valuable if you are travelling throughout Europe for a few weeks.

Keep in mind that there’s not an extremely strict dress code for women at the casino. However, dressing to the nines is part of the Monte Carlo experience.

An excellent option to avoid purchasing a high-end dress is to rent one or a few from a designer dress rental service such as this THURLEY dress from Glam Corner which retails for over $800 USD, but rents for approximately $150. Some fantastic dress rental companies to research include Drexcode, Rent The Runway, Chic by Choice, or Hire the Catwalk.

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Rented dresses are relatively easy to travel with, as they always come with their own garment bag and you’re not responsible for cleaning.

Depending on where you’re traveling and where your particular service ships, you can have your rental dress sent directly to your hotel or secure them in advance of your departure.

Read these tips on how to avoid a boring all-black wardrobe when you travel!

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Finally, if you’ve ever wanted to indulge in a luxe-looking suitcase, Monte Carlo is the trip to treat yourself. We love this vintage-feeling hard-shell case.

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