Practical guides and tips for navigating life and travel in Mallorca. Whether it’s a guide to visiting the Balearics, a how-to for navigating public transportation, advice on purchasing a property, or tips on the best times to visit, these guides are designed to help readers make the most of their time in Mallorca.
Drivers who pass their practical driving test in an automatic car could eventually find it easier to gain the right to drive a manual vehicle in Spain. Under current rules, drivers who pass their test in an automatic receive code 78 on their licence, restricting them to automatic vehicles. Anyone wanting to remove that […]
Understanding the protests, the people, the businesses, and the future of tourism on the island Mallorca has found itself at the centre of international headlines. Over the past two years, images of thousands of demonstrators filling the streets of Palma, protesters marching through picturesque towns such as Sóller, tourists being sprayed with water pistols in
The introduction of the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) has raised plenty of questions among British residents living in Spain, particularly around whether they need to register under the new system and which passport control queue they should use when travelling. If you hold a valid Spanish TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero),
For many British business owners, selling a company is the start of a new chapter. And for a growing number, that chapter includes a move to Spain, with Mallorca continuing to attract entrepreneurs, retirees and second-home owners looking for a change of pace. But according to financial advisers, one important detail is often overlooked:
One of the Mallorca’s biggest (if not the biggest!) music events is set to return this week as Mallorca Live Festival 2026 brings thousands of music fans to the island for three days of live performances, entertainment and international acts. Taking place from 12 to 14 June at the Antiguo Aquapark in Calvià, the
New rules to allow pets to travel on T.I.B. buses Will come into force on Sunday 7th June, provided that they do not cause inconvenience to other passengers and are in a secure carrier of the correct size – as detailed on the poster below. Previously only assistance animals were allowed. T.I.B run the red
When coming to small towns in Mallorca, it can be hard to know where to park your car. Well in Pollenca this is no longer an issue, with new parking spaces and clear directions, it’s never been easier. Allocated parking has been improved for both locals and visitors, with each parking area labelled (eg. P1/P2)
With new EES kiosks now in place at Palma Airport, the transition from plane to hotel becomes increasingly longer and difficult for those visiting the island. With the new computerized system designed to monitor the external borders whilst keeping track of non EU residents who enter and exit Mallorca and surrounding islands. This is designed
The Spanish Digital Nomad Visa, officially known as the International Teleworker Visa, was introduced under the Startup Act to attract remote workers and international professionals. It allows non-EU citizens to live in Spanish territory while working remotely for foreign employers or clients. For remote professionals seeking European residency, the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa offers a
Local Markets in the North of Mallorca. A common question, Which Mallorca markets run on which day? Well… we have outlined when and where each market is on each week in northern Mallorca. Below you will find a list of markets in Mallorca, what day they are on in each town, what times they run
Mallorca is holiday gold of the highest order and come high season the island is bursting. Normally, the population of the island is around a million people, but Mallorca is one busy place during the summer months when the population more than doubles. It is no surprise then, that the roads just get chock-a-block. Thankfully,
So you want to learn to drive in Mallorca? Learning to drive here in Mallorca is pretty straightforward; you need to get to grips with the specific requirements and processes. Beware though, as a beginner, both the theory and practical tests are tough and you have to know your stuff and have the driving hours
