This Wednesday, February 26, Monaco transforms into the epicenter of luxury travel as it hosts the Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) Summit for the very first time…
Known for spotlighting the finest names in hospitality worldwide, the two-day event promises to blend high-end networking with a celebration of excellence, kicking off with His Serene Highness Prince Albert II gracing the opening festivities.
The Summit unfolds across Monaco’s most iconic spots, from the sleek Grimaldi Forum to the awe-inspiring Oceanographic Museum. Attendees—invited guests from the global elite of travel—can expect a dynamic lineup of talks delving into the future of luxury, like how design is evolving or how brands juggle heritage with fresh ideas.
The event’s crowning moment comes Thursday night, when culinary titan Alain Ducasse steps into the spotlight. At a dazzling gala in the Sporting’s Salle des Étoiles, he’ll receive the FTG’s “Awards of Excellence,” a fitting tribute to his stellar career. The awards themselves mirror a Michelin-style ranking, with Monaco’s own Hôtel de Paris topping the list at five stars, followed by the Hermitage and Métropole at four, and “recommended” honors going to Monte-Carlo Bay, Monte-Carlo Beach, and The Grill.
Running through Thursday, February 27, the Summit weaves together luxury and vision, spotlighting Ducasse’s brilliance while cementing Monaco’s place as a global stage for the best in travel.
