Beyond the PALE

Glamorous Monaco It's midnight on an early December evening in Monaco. Our small group of journalists is at the storied Hôtel de Paris, sipping farewell cocktails and watching French actress Audrey Tautou (star of the movie Amelie and the upcoming The Da Vinci Code) film a scene for a movie. Even in the quiet off-season, a visit to the tiny principality offers a glimpse of the lifestyles of the rich and famous. Add to that a stunning setting on the Mediterranean Sea,