Majorca Mallorca

From Reykjavík to Palma: Reginn Tumi Kolbeinsson is reshaping Mallorca’s creative scene with fearless theatre that asks the big questions: identity, belonging, and the human condition. In this episode of the Majorca Mallorca Podcast, we talk with Icelandic playwright and director Reginn Tumi Kolbeinsson, a creative force who has made Mallorca his stage. Reginn shares his journey from Iceland to th...

Legendary DJ Des Mitchell has sound-tracked Mallorca for decades, from the golden age of Magaluf and BCM to his residencies that defined the island’s nightlife. In this episode, Des talks about the highs, the near-misses, and the passion that’s kept him behind the decks long after the lights come up. A conversation full of rhythm, humour, and heart from one of Mallorca’s best-loved entertainers. I...

Meet our newest Mallorca Insider, Erica Lay — veteran crew agent and author of Superyacht Life: How to Start, Succeed and Stay Sane . Erica lifts the lid on the real superyacht industry in Mallorca: what counts as a superyacht, why TV shows like Below Deck skew expectations, and how hiring really works for deck, interior and engineering roles. We cover the starter essentials (ENG1 medicals, STCW m...

What happens when a life in theatre collides with a love of horses and the rhythms of the land? In this episode, we meet Katja Lebelt , founder of Can Cavall Blau , an ecological farm and creative space tucked between Inca and Lloseta. Katja shares her remarkable journey from designing costumes and sets for opera houses across Europe to building a sustainable farm in Mallorca, where she now lives...

This episode of Mallorca Insiders brings back our resident foodie, Mia Naprta, with a special guest, Anna Ruiz Alfaro, organiser of Mallorca Restaurant Week. Together they share the stories behind the island’s buzzing dining scene, from the much-talked-about opening of Annabelle’s in Palmanova (and its infamous €64,000 bill) to the international concept of Restaurant Week — now making its mark in...

Writer and community voice Shirley Roberts joins us from Sóller to talk rain after the storm, water restrictions, and why the island’s hospitality lives or dies on the welcome. We dig into her Table for One mission for solo diners, the reality behind “anti-tourism” headlines, and the charm of the Sóller tram. Shirley also shares true insider tips: the Habaneras music nights on Repic beach with spe...

In this episode of Majorca Mallorca, Oliver sits down with Sergio García, the creator of Expat’s Walks. Sergio shares his love of exploring Mallorca on foot whilst teaching Spanish to the international community on the island, the history and hidden gems he uncovers along the way, and the challenges (and humour) of learning Spanish as a Brit living on the island. From his own journey to the commun...

In this Mallorca Insider episode, Vicki sits down with Becky Bellafont Evans, founder of Mallorca Solutions and the island’s go-to problem-solver for paperwork, residency, taxes and more. Since 2008, Becky and her team have been helping Mallorca’s international community cut through the bureaucracy and get things done — from NIEs and TIEs to visas, car registrations, insurance and council taxes. E...

In this episode we sit down with Saloua Sfar , the creative force behind A Ma Maison , one of Palma’s most personal restaurants, and Muse Palma , a multi-purpose cultural and events space. Originally from Tunisia, Saloua shares how Mallorca captured her heart, why her restaurant feels like “coming to her home”, and the challenges and joys of building businesses on the island. From her unique menus...

Carlos Pons, managing director of Respiralia, joins us to share how a Mallorca-based foundation is changing lives for people with cystic fibrosis. We talk about life-extending treatments like Kaftrio, why modern respiratory physiotherapy has moved on from clapping to autogenic drainage, and how strength training is boosting lung capacity. Carlos explains the famous Swimming Tour around Formentera...

In this episode of Mallorca Insiders , Vicki sits down with veteran journalist and broadcaster Jan Edwards , who swapped early mornings at the BBC for a rural, off-grid life in Mallorca back in 2004. Jan shares her journey from London hotel PR to BBC radio, to finca life between Manacor and Colònia de Sant Pere, where she and her partner Richard care for a family of cats and run on solar panels, w...

What do you do with the kids when it is too hot or pouring with rain in Mallorca? How do you find out about the best art shows, open-air films, polo days and food tours before anyone else? Nina Moon has the answers. In this episode of the Majorca Mallorca Podcast, Vicki chats with Nina Moon, founder of The Calendar Mallorca, about the island’s cultural scene and family-friendly activities. Nina sh...

Meet Catrin and Sebastian, the creative couple behind Pamboli Palma, a fashion brand inspired by the island they love. From quiet village life in Moscari to photo shoots in Berlin, their story is full of colour, creativity and a deep connection to Mallorca. What you will hear in this episode: How a first holiday to Mallorca led to a life-changing proposal Why Moscari became their home and muse Tur...

..... in which Oliver selflessly chomps his was through ants, crickets legs, very stinky cheese, durian fruit, fermented shark, and somewhat surprisingly Marmite, at Palma's latest attraction The Disgusting Food Museum. ..yes much of it was disgusting, and all of it educational. Click here to book, tickets, we've negotiated a 5% discount for Majorca Mallorca listeners via the link. https://disgust...

Nick Brown knows Mallorca like few others, especially when it comes to getting around without a car. In this episode, we talk about his journey from life in France to settling in Palma, why learning Spanish is essential, and how he became the go-to expert for bus and train travel on the island. From hidden first-class seats on the Sóller train to insider tips that can change your holiday, Nick sha...

In this lively and laughter-filled episode, Vicki is joined once again by the unstoppable Nina Moons, founder of The Calendar Mallorca and a beloved Majorca Mallorca Insider. From cultural legends and flamenco nights to rooftop cocktails and late-night beach parties, Nina shares her insider knowledge of what’s happening across the island this summer. They dive into parenting in the heat, raising m...

From Luton to the Lycra capital of Port de Pollença, Ottilie Quince has lived one hell of a ride—kidney transplant recipient, world champion cyclist, business owner, physiotherapist, and self-confessed Cero F*cks entrepreneur. In this episode, Ollie sits down with Otty in the sunshine of Port de Pollença to talk about life, health, sport, and the hustle of building a meaningful life in Mallorca. W...

In this episode, we chat with journalist and novelist Jan Edwards about her second Mallorca-based novel, The Mallorca Cat Café . Jan shares the inspiration behind her feline-filled fiction, what it’s like writing in retirement, and how her love for cats found its way into the heart of her storytelling. We discuss the real-life sanctuary that sparked her plot, the challenges of self-publishing, the...

Struggling with education choices in Mallorca? This week, we’re joined by Julie Holdsworth of the Mallorca Tutoring Academy for an essential chat on navigating the Spanish system, supporting multilingual kids, and setting them up for success on the island. A must-listen for parents thinking of making the move. Episode Overview This episode of the Majorca Mallorca Podcast features a deep-dive conve...

This episode of the Majorca Mallorca Podcast welcomes back a favourite Mallorca Insider , Mia Naprta – local food journalist, writer for the Majorca Daily Bulletin , and all-round expert on where (and how) to eat on the island. Recorded on a scorching summer’s day with the studio air-con bravely switched off, we chat about the season's big opening parties – from beach clubs in Magaluf to elegant h...

Hear how Shirley swapped North London for the Soller valley and brought the family with her. Some great tales and insider tips to get the most out of the beautiful Soller valley. Shirley is the founder of a local news website dedicated to the life and times of the valley, its been going for ever, its worth a look, often. https://www.sollerweb.com/ Please follow Majorca Mallorca on Social Media: FA...

Hey everyone! This episode features Aina, a family photographer who was born and raised in Mallorca before moving abroad to study and work. We chat about her life and what brought her back to the island. You can contact Aina @photoshootinmallorca on Instagram. ...as mentioned, the Palma low emission zone comes into force on July 1st, details of the restrictions, a map, and how to register your car...

How Nina Moon Built The Ultimate Events Guide to Mallorca This week on Mallorca Insiders, we’re joined by Nina Moon, the founder of The Calendar Mallorca – the go-to guide for what’s on across the island. From fiestas to food festivals, Nina has her finger on Mallorca’s pulse and a beautifully designed way of sharing it with the world. https://thecalendarmallorca.com/ Please follow Majorca Mallorc...

In this episode, Vicki visits Rancho Fino, an animal sanctuary born from pain and built on purpose. Stacey van Tichelt opens up about her difficult childhood in Holland, her health struggles, and how they led to her life’s mission: rescuing Mallorca’s abandoned, abused, and disabled animals. Stacey shares the raw truth about the post-lockdown wave of irresponsible adoptions, the emotional cost of...

Welcome to the second episode of Mallorca Insiders – the new series from the Majorca Mallorca podcast! In this fresh new segment, we sit down with people who really know this island — the experts, creatives, and local legends shaping Mallorca from the inside out. Charles Nutter drops into the studio – It's 30 years since he left Blackburn and arrived in Pollenca, in those three decades there isn't...