Roxana Valea explains how she went from London workaholic to finding deeper purpose on Mallorca and reconnecting with her love of writing.
Author: Emily Benet
Trust in Espaisillum to light up your home in Mallorca
These lighting and design experts in Palma know a thing or two about giving your home the starry touch. It all starts with a single bulb…
Mallorca’s 8 most secluded beaches
Discover stunning bays only the locals know about. The challenging journey to these natural beaches is all part of the adventure.
The architects that build homes with soul
We meet the talented and diplomatic co-founders of OIB architecture at their minimalist office in Santa Catalina.
The sound of the Tramuntana – Júlia Colom
Meet Júlia Colom, the rising star bringing traditional Mallorcan music into the 21st century – and across the globe.
Take a step inside Espacio Home Design
High quality brands and unmistakeable Mediterranean style put Espacio Home Design at the top for interior design in Mallorca.
The Story of Agromart: Mallorca’s Biggest Fruit & Veg Chain
In only a decade, Agromart has opened 22 shops across Mallorca. Director Xisco Martí from the fruit and vegetable shop insists there is no secret.
The Story of Mallorca 312 Cycling Event
Every year 8,000 cyclist arrive on the island to test themselves to the limits in one of Europe’s largest amateur races. Meet the man who started it all.
The lawyers to hire if you’re new to Mallorca
Need legal support in Mallorca and not sure who to trust? Despacho Lamas in Palma are the family-run lawyers that can help.
The Mallorcan furniture store with a German heart
Discover the furniture store in Santa Maria that perfectly mixes the tranquility of the Mediterranean with German design engineering.
OrigenLab studies your genetics, you improve your lifestyle
Ever wondered how much your genetics plays a part in your health? Find out at OrigenLab in Palma who run specialist tests to understand how best your body works.
If you visit Manacor, you must visit Can Garanya
It began as a small shop selling hand-woven espadrilles and household items. Today with its 3 shops, Can Garanya offers an authentic Mallorcan shopping experience.
Son Fogueró: A Holistic Health Hotel
Agritourism Son Fogueró has long been a tranquil paradise surrounded by nature, but now it will offer even more to soothe the soul.
Adventures on Horseback with NaturaCavall
Joan Ferrer The 4 x 4 shakes as we rocket over a crossing between two…
From Passion into Career: Laura Carbajo
Artist Laura Carbajo has won 5 international awards in the last two years. When she paints, she feels herself slipping into another dimension.
Natural soaps made in Sóller
Find out how Joachim Porqué of Jabón de Mallorca makes the most natural soaps, essential oils and perfumes on the island.
Essential Oils made in Mallorca
“How you treat that plant is how it will treat you,” says Juan Canaves, conveying his total dedication to an environmentally-friendly and ethical business.
Feel rejuvenated with Dr Estrella Fernández
Feel rejuvenated inside and out with the expertise and knowledge of Dr Estrella Fernández – one of Mallorca’s top anti-ageing experts.
Villa Wesco: A temple in the Mediterranean
Villa Wesco is a temple to the Mediterranean lifestyle; a lifestyle which led to their decision to create bespoke exterior kitchens.
The brilliant minds behind Contain
We meet the founders of Contain; a slow design studio collaborating with Mallorca’s finest craftsmen to create bespoke illuminations.
20th anniversary of Birgit Müller
Co-founder of Birgit Müller shares their philosophy and secret behind the success of their award-winning sustainable kitchens.
Tavis Wright, the architect of light
The award-winning architect from Formentera is motivated to create a better living experience with each new design that he makes.
Age beautifully with Dr. Morano
Beauty treatments began with Cleopatra and her baths of lactic acid, Dr Morano tells us. Today’s treatments are considerably more advanced.
Crystal Energy Healing on Mallorca
“Day to day living can cause our chakras to misalign and damage,” says Lisa Carvill, who uses crystals to restore a natural flow of energy to the body.
Meet Chef Santi Taura at Dins El Llorenç Parc de la Mar
His cooking inspires pride in locals and wonder in visitors. Find out what’s next for one the island’s best loved chefs, Santi Taura.
Restoring youth and joy to every face
Beauty is not the only outcome. Dr Fernández works on an emotional level to restore her patients’ original youthful facial structures.
The third generation ironmongers on Mallorca
Their customers read like a who’s who of Mallorca. When you want the best tailor-made metal work on Mallorca you go to Pradas!
“I’m interested in a philosophy of life which lets me live.”
Organic Studio can’t be defined by a single item. It’s the sum of its careful selection which creates consistently beautiful homes.
Designing a Mediterranean Wabi-sabi Home
The founder of Hema Interiors shares with us how a Zen Buddhist philosophy inspires her designs for beautiful, soulful and happy homes.
“A magical cycle of wellbeing”
Doctor Estrella Fernandez, specialist in facial and eye surgery in Palma, discusses her minimally invasive treatments that result in natural rejuvenation.
Beauty beyond skin deep
Palma-born model, Patricia Román, shares the story behind her online cosmetic shop, Miljø Store, which offers high-end products that are kind on your body as well as the planet.
Luxury yoga retreat Mallorca
Ananda is the Sanskrit word for ‘bliss.’ It’s the sensation you’ll doubtless sink into on a yoga and wellness retreat at the magical finca Son Salas. Emily Benet met the founder, Nadine Hawa, who admits she didn’t always love yoga.
Probably the best beer in Mallorca?
In a region better known for its wine, one determined Belgian has constructed a temple to artisan beer. A successful architect, a licensed farmer and a passionate beer maker; Emily Benet meets the driving force behind Toutatis.
Es Capdellá budget reform project by Knox Design
Es Capdellá is the location of this colourful reformed property on a budget with the professional help of Justine from Knox Design.
From abandoned farmhouse to beautiful home
Their first renovation project saw an old Soller home turned into Tripadvisor’s most romantic boutique hotel. Find out what the couple behind FreerLiving did next.
Artist and fashion designer: Alex Sobrón
At 16 years old he is already being contacted by fashion labels to work with them. Find out why Alex Sobrón is headed for success.
Vital nutrition for a healthy lifestyle
Whether dealing with anxiety, fatigue, a skin condition or the aftermath of cancer, find out how eating healthy, nutritional food can help you.
It’s ladies first at Porsche
The Porsche Balearics Centre hosted a special event on Friday to raise funds for the…
A stylish Mediterranean home by the sea
Product developer Domus Vivendi invited Terraza Balear to work its magic on an idyllically situated house in Cala Llamp, in southwest Mallorca.
The art of investing
Investing in art is an art in itself and it’s well-worth getting advice before you get started. Two experts in the field shared their advice with us.
Gallery Red Palma
Mallorca’s Art Scene is about to be enriched by the arrival of Gallery Red; an entirely new concept gallery and design centre in Palma.
