b'AROUND THE WORLD | MONACOMonaco Gala Weekend OCTOBER, 2012 Supporters of The Worldwide Ireland Funds from around the globe gathered in thePrincipality of Monaco for what would be the most successful Ireland Fund of Monaco Gala weekend todate. The festivities began on Friday evening with welcome cocktails and dinner\x02Guests were then treated to a performance by world famous tenor, Robert Whitewho enchanted the guests with beautifully performed traditional Irish tunes taken from his unique collection recorded especially for HRH the late Princess Grace. On Saturday morning, the supporters departed on a petit train for a tour around Monaco culminated by the changing of the guard at thePalace and a private tour of some of the most luxurious and exquisite boudoirs in the Palace. The visit tothe Palace was followed by a group lunch al fresco at the Explorers Club overlooking the yachts and tallships on the harbor. Later that evening, the guests gathered on the terrace of Salle Empire, Hotel deParis, which was followed by the Gala Dinner. The Gala was kicked off with a performance by the Irish sisters of Sephira with their unique blend of voice and violin which set the tone for an electric evening. President and CEO of The Worldwide Ireland Funds, Kieran McLoughlin introduced Michael Fitzgerald,President of The Ireland Fund of Monaco and thanked him for his dedication and commitment to Ireland.1 2connect 2013 | 80'