Ideas for keeping cool all summer long

Published on August 09, 2019Updated on April 25, 2023

When the heat rolls in, a refreshing break can do wonders. Ice cream, sorbet, crisp vegetables, a cocktail or a sip of champagne, a shaded oasis, a view of the sea... Here are just a few simple pleasures to help keep you cool.

Idea# 1: chill out with all the ice cream and sorbet you desire

In celebration of summer, world ice cream champion Gérard Taurin has prepared exceptional ice creams and sorbets in a range of unique flavours. Enjoy the classics such as vanilla, chocolate, strawberry or even Menton lemon, blended with original creations like the Virgin Mojito with salted caramel. For a more intense burst of flavour, try the banana & pink sugared almond. Of course, these high-quality natural products are low in sugar, for a refreshing treat that won’t break your wellness kick. They may be ordered in advance and enjoyed on site at Café de Paris Monte-Carlo, Mada One, Thermes Marins Monte-Carlo or Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort. Or order yours to go, and indulge your taste buds as you take a stroll along the seaside. The choice is yours!

Idea# 2: sip on some juice or snack on some veggies

Summertime means colourful salads and light, refreshing dishes. You will love the Raw vegetable basket at the Thermes Marins Monte-Carlo L’Hirondelle restaurant, or choose from an array of smoothies and fresh-squeezed juices at the Monte-Carlo Beach Club B&G Bar and Ice Cream Shop.A green menu inspired by a green establishment! Are you a Monte-Carlo Beach customer? If so, simply relax as we serve your refreshments and exotic dishes at the poolside.

Idea# 3: discover these exceptional spots and spark some joy

Did you know? Nestled in Monaco are two magical locations where you can relax any time of day. Start by enjoying a gentle breeze on the Mada One shaded terrace, with its incredible “snackonomie” menu prepared by star-studded chef Marcel Ravin. Savour light, delicious delicacies on site, or order to go for a seaside picnic, as you dip your feet in the Mediterranean.

Looking for another spot to keep cool? In the heart of Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, time stands still on the Jewellers’ open-air patio as you enjoy an ice cream or sip on some bubbly at the ephemeral Roederer champagne bar.

For a similar atmosphere, join us at Square Beaumarchais in front of Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, and discover the unexpected pairing of Volkswagen and Moët & Chandon. Relax and take a sparkling, thirst-quenching hiatus under the shade of the trees. Chilled cocktails, coconut and, of course, glasses of champagne are on the menu as you recharge between shopping trips.

Bonus Ideas

If after these chilled delights you are still in need of refreshment, you have two options: Take a dip under the Monaco sun. At Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer, you have the choice between amazing swimming pools, a range of water sports, and the sea stretching beyond the horizon...

For those more daring types looking for more radical ways to keep cool, head for Thermes Marins Monte-Carlo and reap the benefits of cryotherapy. With temperatures reaching -110°C, three minutes is more than enough to keep you cool until the end of summer.