Author: Mike Smith
If you’re interested in the unusual when it comes to plant life, then head for Monaco this spring.
The cactus thrives in the sunny climate and the plant's adaptation to dry, sunny conditions make Monaco and its microclimate the cactus’ ideal hom
The Exotic Garden of Monaco is one of the principality’s finest tourist attractions. It has several thousand of these ‘succulent’ plants.
Boldly landscaped on the rock-face overlooking the exciting city of Monte Carlo and its dazzling coast, the visitor cannot fail to be impressed by the diverse forms (in some cases surrealistic!) of the subtropical flora.
Stay at the extremely luxurious Meridien Beach Plaza from €485 (approx. £392) per night. Visit www.visitmonaco.com. Air France fly to Nice daily from £92 pp.