Ask the crew: Ziv Mok’s favourite things to do in Monaco

We spoke to Ziv Mok, Flight Purser at Cathay Pacific, about his favourite destination: Monaco. He shares the best things to see, do and eat in this glittering European principality.

“Monaco is pure coastal glamour. The residents of Europe’s second-smallest country live the good life, enjoying wine, sunny weather and beautiful scenery. I visited with another crew member during a long layover in Madrid, but it’s even more convenient to travel there from Milan.”

Must-do

Walk up the city’s slopes for picturesque views over the harbour, which is full of private yachts – just about everybody owns one. Monaco is also ideal if you enjoy shopping, especially when it comes to hunting down rare luxury items. I bought two designer bags I couldn’t find anywhere else.

Lastly, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention that Monaco is also synonymous with Formula 1. In fact, it’s partly the reason my crewmate and I visited, as she’s a big racing fan. Monaco’s famous F1 route winds and loops through the city’s streets, and there are several notoriously challenging sections where it’s popular to snap a photo.

Must-eat

For the best (and more affordable) restaurants, I recommend taking the 20-minute train journey to nearby Nice. There, in particular, you’ll find excellent oysters that are fresh, plump and juicy.

Must-pack

My crewmate and I found we couldn’t join the mobile network in Monaco, so I recommend buying a travel sim card that specifically offers coverage in the principality.