Leon Beckenham, Author at Living in Mallorca

Puerto Pollensa

A family-friendly resort for many years, Puerto Pollensa has also attracted a growing population of ex-pats to its stunning shores.

10 Things you must do in Puerto Pollensa

Thanks to its location between a vast bay and dramatic sierra, Puerto Pollensa has a wide range of activities from the gentle to adrenaline pumping.

10 Unmissable Restaurants in Puerto Pollensa

Puerto Pollensa has long been one of the island’s most popular family-friendly resorts, but with a dining scene to appeal to locals as much as tourists.

Port Andratx

Port Andratx is home to some of Mallorca’s best seafood, an international sailing club as well as fantastic restaurants. Find out more in this hc/ guide!

Bendinat

With its abundance of luxury villas, world-class golfing and air of serenity, the neighbourhood of Bendinat stands out as one of Mallorca’s most exclusive.

Property for sale in Bendinat

Bendinat offers affluent buyers a prime coastal setting scattered with opulent mansions and luxury apartments, a short hop from the island’s capital.

Property for sale in Portixol & El Molinar

With its swish happening vibe and pretty seafront setting, this stretch of coast has become one of the most sought after places to buy property on Mallorca.

Portixol and El Molinar

Portixol and its El Molinar neighbourhood have evolved from their fishing heritage into one of the most buzzing and desirable seaside spots on Mallorca.

Alaró

Find out all you need to know about Alaró in Mallorca. From living in the area to the town’s best hotels, restaurants and local events.

Portals Nous

Portals Nous is home to a friendly cosmopolitan community, whose town is livened up by the summer swell and luxury yacht marina on their doorstep.

Property for sale in Portals Nous & Puerto Portals

Portals Nous, with its exclusive hillside neighbourhoods and swanky yacht marina, has become one of the most in-demand property hotspots on the island.

12 Unmissable Winter Adventures on Mallorca

Mallorca in winter is a joy. Fresher temperatures, sun and blue skies await – as do a wealth of fun and unforgettable things to do.

A Mediterranean Pace of Life

In our increasingly chaotic world, The Slow Movement is gaining in popularity with many choosing to live on Mallorca and enjoy a more tranquil life.

Light up your home in Mallorca with Espaisillum

Espaisillum are the Palma-based lighting experts behind the illumination of this fabulously minimalist but invitingly warm Genova hillside villa.

Luxury villa transformed by Justine Knox

A luxury villa transformed by Knox Design

Interior designer and home-staging consultant Justine Knox adds her signature sparkle to the transformation of this luxury villa into inviting holiday home.

Zero-waste, Eco-friendly Shopping in Palma

Based in Santa Catalina, NU Market are pioneers on the island in offering sustainable, zerowaste and locally sourced shopping

What to expect at Hotel El Llorenç Palma

We spent a night at El Llorenç Parc de la Mar hotel to experience its beautiful interior, top-notch dining and stunning bay-view pool terrace first hand.

Pops of colour at Es Barranc by Aquaquae

This modular ravine-side home is a marvel of space, light and design – and with a curated collection of furnishings that infuse colour and character.

Furnishings by Mobles Riera showcased in this spectacular Mallorcan home

The Riera family business has come far since its humble beginnings, as shown in their contribution to the wow-factor of this spectacularly stylish home.

In Search of the Mediterranean Lifestyle

It’s not surprising that so many of us aspire to living a Mediterranean lifestyle, but what does that really mean?

State-of-the-art automation in Santa Ponsa by Estel

Palma-based Estel were the company behind the elegant installation of the state-of-the-art automation in this swish Santa Ponsa home.

“The Palma office that wows” by Medina Architecture

When it came to Medina Architecture Studio opening a new Palma office, they knew they wanted to design something that showcased their talents.

Interior Design Project: The beautiful ‘La Salve Finca’ by Organic Studio

When it came to giving this charming Pollensa finca a new lease of life, Organic Studio knew that what it needed most was the space to be itself.

Interior Design Project: A fabulous Felanitx finca by Villa Wesco

Whether visiting their showroom or calling on the design team’s services, Villa Wesco are standout specialists for creating superb living spaces.

Property for sale in Port Adriano

While best known for its world-class yacht marina, Port Adriano’s neighbourhoods also offers a diverse range of properties and a family-friendly lifestyle.

Port Adriano

As well as being home to one of Europe’s most modern marinas, Port Adriano offers an outdoor lifestyle, cultural events and great dining on your doorstep.

Mediterranean minimalism at Finca Rosa in Son Servera by LF91

Project management specialists LF91 oversaw the transformation of this Latino-style finca into a swishly understated family-friendly holiday home.

Deià

Set in a particularly pretty corner of the Tramuntana mountains, the traditional village of Deià combines picture postcard images with high-society connections.

Marga Comas’ top-to-toe beautiful renovation in Palma

It’s no surprise Marga Comas is one of Mallorca’s go-to interior designers with examples like this beautifully updated family home in her portfolio.

Plain Palma apartment to Mediterranean oasis by Rialto Living

Rialto Living’s services extend to an interior design studio and talented in-house team who transformed this Palma apartment into something rather special.

Architect Osvaldo Luppi completes stunning project in Camp de Mar

This luxury hillside home is geared around reflecting and integrating with its stunning natural surroundings, while compromising nothing on design.

An inspiring makeover in Illetas by Espacio and Espanyolet

Combining the creativity of two distinctive design studios, and drawing inspiration from the island, has resulted in this soulful and serene Illetas home.

Bondian Living bring Viennese flavour to La Lonja, Palma

Interior design firm Bondian Living transformed this La Lonja apartment with a cleverly eclectic mix of vintage pieces, modern art and original features.

The must-visit minimalist Es Raco d’Arta Hotel

This ancient estate has been reborn as a top accommodation retreat, reflecting the serenity of Artá’s countryside through the design mastery of architect Toni Esteva.

The story of Ten Mallorca, a boutique hotel in Sineu

British chartered surveyors Jo and John hadn’t originally intended on buying and running a hotel, but life had other plans and Ten Mallorca was born.

Sustainability: A job for all

With the climate clock ticking, we all – Mallorcan politicians, organisations, and individuals – need to cooperate to prevent ecological disaster and ruin.

Property for sale in Illetas, Cala Mayor & Cas Catalá

From holiday homes in low-key resorts to family villas on an exclusive hilltop, this pretty stretch of coast offers diversity next to Mallorca’s capital.

Luxury Son Vida villa for sale

Even by the high standards of its prime Son Vida neighbourhood, this new-build designer villa represents luxury living at its finest.

Living on Mallorca After The Coronavirus

With lockdown behind us, how will the corona crisis change how we live on Mallorca and the homes that we live in?

How Covid-19 has affected our health

The coronavirus crisis has had a huge impact our mental wellbeing, but psychologist Nicole Blay shares strategies to stay healthy in these uncertain times.

A Mediterranean family holiday home

Interior design experts Aquaquae have created a wonderful home that reflects Mediterranean, the property’s natural setting, and the family who live there.

Contemporary designer Santa Ponsa villa

Espacio Home Design have achieved delicately balanced interiors through an expert combination of soft neutral tones and unfussy designer pieces.

Luxury villa for sale in Nova Santa Ponsa

Blending the spirit of a traditional Mallorcan finca with swish modern interiors, this unique luxury villa is as cosy as it is contemporary.

Luxury Cala Llamp villa with styling by Aggi Bruch

Luxury Port Andratx villa styled by Aggi Bruch

Combining natural materials and soft colour palette, interior designer Aggi Bruch brings a sense of simplicity and luxury to this Villa Haven project.

Restored Santa Catalina townhouse built by Alibaz Construction

The restoration and extension of this traditional townhouse has created a fabulously stylish and light-rich home in the heart of hip Santa Catalina.

Interior design project of Sol de Mallorca villa by Stork

Tasked with the complete interior design for this project, Stork drew on top international brands to showcase both the pilot property and their talents.

Marina-view apartment by BM Studio

In the hands of second generation sisters Carolina and Olivia, BM Studio continues its success with projects that draw from some of the world’s top brands.

Countryside retreat Only Summer Mallorca

Countryside boho-chic retreat by Only Summer

Only Summer have beautifully restored this finca with artistic influences from all over the world, blending them into an enchantingly secluded retreat.