Living

Why a personal coach could be right for you

Sabrina Sassi, founder of Coaching Palma, wants to change the perception of what a personal coach does and explains how she can help you reach your goals.

A weekend at Ananda Mallorca Yoga Retreat

If you are looking for a quiet retreat on Mallorca, hc/ recommends spending time in the valley of Sóller at one of Ananda’s meditative yoga retreats.

Fulfilling the dream of becoming a writer

British writer David Coubrough shares the release of his new book ‘Death in Deià’ where he explains how he found inspiration in Deià’s natural landscape.

Living in Palma

Knowing which area of Palma to live in can be tricky given the variance in style and surrounding ambience – take a peek at the best areas to live in.

11 hottest places for an evening in Palma

Palma has some of the best nightlife on the island. Discover all the must-visit bars in this exclusive list from editor Helen Cummins who shares her favourite places.

A night out in… Santa Catalina

Find out all the best places in Santa Catalina to sip cocktails and dance until the sun rises with our recommended list of go-to clubs and bars in the area.

A day in… Santa Catalina

Find out all the best places in Santa Catalina and spend the day enjoying what Palma’s coolest neighbourhood has to offer.

It’s time to do away with plastic

Hotels on Mallorca are responding to mass tourism and making the island more sustainable through introducing plastic-free initiatives.

Mallorca: a Mediterranean microcosm

Ever more people are looking to what is seen as the simpler and sunnier climes of life in the Mediterranean. But why are so many drawn to Mallorca?

The Mallorcan way of life

The locals on Mallorca have their own approach to property on the island splitting their time between the city and their summer family residence.

Yvonne Hansmeier on choosing the right school

Education professional Yvonne Hansmeier who has taught at various international schools across Mallorca offers her advice to parents looking for the right school.

A new life on Mallorca

Property expert Andreas Botas moved to Mallorca with the help of Living Blue’s Mandy Fletling where she advised living in the centre of the island.

The rising popularity of Alaró

Mandy Fletling, property expert for Mallorca’s central region, talks about living in the area of Alaró and what makes it so attractive.

Clínica Juaneda

When you think of private healthcare in Mallorca, the first name that springs to mind is the ever-present, excellent Clínica Juaneda.

Passion for the artisan

A deep love of traditional locally sourced handicrafts and antiques forms the foundation of the unique online shop, Sabellar.

A spirit of openness at Openstudio79

There is something immediately inspiring and energising about the Openstudio79 creative space, full of beautiful, handmade objects that sparks one’s inner artist.

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?

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.

Mallorcan glass artist Raquel Pou

The glass artist Raquel Pou, with a sincere dedication to the philosophy of slow design, loves to transform everyday things into unique pieces.

Living ‘slow design’

A new movement making an impact is Slow Design, inspired by the Slow Food- and Slow City-movements – it is more than a choice, it’s a way of life.

Me, My Fabulous Life and the Culture of Self Obsession

We used to complain about kids locked away for hours on their PCs. Now parents are just as bad, slaves to a new social media culture of self-obsession, argues Adrienne Cullen.

Greatness awaits you!

Inspiration can come through many sources which can make you sit up and think. Helen Cummins shares an experience, which might be just what you need to hear.