Real Life Stories

Reviving an 18th-century stone finca

American couple Tatiana Baibabaeva and Tyson Strang undertook a herculean task in reforming a rural Mallorcan finca. The result? Their dream rustic Mediterranean home.

A home to heal and transform

Lilian fell in love with Mallorca and sought to buy a holiday home, after searching she came across thee perfect house.

Starting a new life in Santa Maria

Since leaving the white sands of the West Indies behind, the Horsman family have found contentment on Mallorca, surrounded by nature and local culture.

Top world art collectors buy in Alaró

The latest celebrity names to have bought a home on Mallorca are entrepreneur and top model Drew Aaron and Hana Soukupová. Read their compelling story here.

Sleepless in Alcúdia

Peter Markham, a former editor at the BBC, shares the highs and lows which come with modernising a house in a medieval Mallorcan town.

Striking a balance

Pushing ourselves to the brink of burnout has lost its appeal, as earth’s events have forced us to come back to what really matters.

A story of travelling solo in Mallorca

Soo Shim talks of embarking on a one month solo adventure in Mallorca that she likens to the much-loved film Eat, Pray and Love.

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.

A new life in Mallorca

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

Victoria McManaman: A Woman of Substance

Frank Leavers talks to the multi-talented Mrs Victoria McManaman about her work, her husband, Steve McManaman, and her enthusiasm for new projects.

Beauty with a purpose

The 21-year-old Maria Elisa Tulián, won Miss World Spain 2017. If elected internationally, she will concentrate on raising funds for social causes.

Anna Wardley, powered by positivity

She divides her time between the UK and Mallorca, pushing the limits of endurance swimming. Hear about Anna Wardley’s adventures in our interview.

The Mallorcan future of Formula 1

At the age of 12, he is among the best racers of the world in his category. In two years, he will make his debut in Formula 3.

Why Paul Dimmock calls Mallorca home

What do stays H10, Portals Hills Boutique Hotel and HM Hotels have in common? They’ve all enlisted music maverick Paul Dimmock to up their sound.

Dolores Luque – Bloggin’ her passion

Through her fashionable blog, Dolores Luque transmits her passion for the island, where she was born and raised, to fashion, interiors and lifestyle.

Judy Marks wife of Mr Nice

Life with a drug smuggler; Judy Marks talks to us about drugs, surviving prison and life on the run.