Abu Dhabi, meet Monte Carlo | beyondbrics – FT.com

Some may say it was inevitable. Monte Carlo, known for its gambling and tax-dodging billionaires, has found a home in the oil-rich emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Tucked away on a desert island, beyond the acres of construction, the Monte Carlo Beach Club is open for business.

The club, a pool lounger’s dream, is operated by Monte Carlo SBM, which owns hotels, bars and casinos in Monaco. This is said to be their first foray in the Middle East and their debut outside Monaco.

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