Majorca Mallorca

• Table for One, Tram to the Habaneras: Shirley Roberts on Sóller life, service, and community

  Writer and community voice Shirley Roberts joins us from Sóller to talk rain after the storm, water restrictions, and why the island’s hospitality lives or dies on the welcome. We dig into her Table for One mission for solo diners, the reality behind “anti-tourism” headlines, and the charm of the Sóller tram. Shirley also shares true insider tips: the Habaneras music nights on Repic beach with special train and tram options, when Palma and Sóller switch on the Christmas lights, and why church halls, events calendars, and third-age centres still knit local life together. Warm, candid, and very Mallorca.Rain, leaks and water talk: post-storm relief, how Sóller and Deià handle shortages, and why some towns import water in summer.Tourism reality check: busy days, traffic, and why headlines miss the nuance.The tram, the square and daily rhythm: how locals and visitors share space.Table for One: Shirley’s call for restaurants to welcome solo diners and allow one-person online bookings.Service matters: staff training, student hospitality programmes, and the difference a proper welcome makes.Big insider tip: Habaneras on Repic beach, Port de Sóller (two evenings in September). Tradition, burnt rum, handkerchiefs, and production by Truï. Special transport: train from Palma, tram to the beach, late return bus on the same ticket.Dates to note: Palma Christmas lights late November; Sóller early December. Tram pause mid-Dec to Jan, with special runs on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.Community threads: SóllerWeb’s events calendar, blood donation drives, third-age and cultural centres, and the Anglican Church in Palma and Pollença.Faith and belonging: why church still matters for some, and where community now gathers.Resources and mentionsSóllerWeb (events and local info): https://www.sollerweb.com/Historic Sóller tram and train: https://trendesoller.com/Anglican Church Mallorca (Palma and Pollença): https://anglicanchurchmallorca.org/Truï (event production) and Truï Teatre: https://trui.es/ & https://truiteatre.es/Sign up for our free newsletter here. https://majorca-mallorca.esPlease follow Majorca Mallorca on Social Media:FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/MajorcaMallorca.esFACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/MajorcaMallorcaINSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/majorcamallorcapodcast/You can email MM on [email protected]

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• Walking Mallorca with Sergio García: Language, Life and Expat Stories

  In this episode of Majorca Mallorca, Oliver sits down with Sergio García, the creator of Expat’s Walks. Sergio shares his love of exploring Mallorca on foot whilst teaching Spanish to the international community on the island, the history and hidden gems he uncovers along the way, and the challenges (and humour) of learning Spanish as a Brit living on the island. From his own journey to the community he’s built, this is an inspiring look at how walking together can open doors, spark conversations, and create connections across cultures.Discover more about Sergio and his walks: https://quecuando.com/ Sign up for our free newsletter here. https://majorca-mallorca.esPlease follow Majorca Mallorca on Social Media:FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/MajorcaMallorca.esFACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/MajorcaMallorcaINSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/majorcamallorcapodcast/You can email MM on [email protected]

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• Mallorca Solutions: Navigating Spanish Paperwork, Residency and Life Admin with Becky Bellafont Evans

  In this Mallorca Insider episode, Vicki sits down with Becky Bellafont Evans, founder of Mallorca Solutions and the island’s go-to problem-solver for paperwork, residency, taxes and more. Since 2008, Becky and her team have been helping Mallorca’s international community cut through the bureaucracy and get things done — from NIEs and TIEs to visas, car registrations, insurance and council taxes.Expect practical tips, stories from the frontlines of Spanish admin, and a candid conversation about why good customer service makes all the difference. Whether you’re relocating, renewing documents, or simply trying to make sense of life admin in Spain, this episode is packed with essential insights.Show NotesIn this episode:Becky’s story and how Mallorca Solutions began back in 2008The difference between NIE, residency, and TIE (and why so many get it wrong)Renewing your TIE card five years after Brexit — what you need to knowCouncil taxes (IBI and bin): deadlines, fines, and how to avoid nasty surprisesWhy Spanish bureaucracy can be so confusing and how to navigate itThe importance of customer service and speaking your languageHandy tips on ID, the DGT app, driving licences and ITVsUpcoming Mallorca Solutions events, including coffee mornings on family protection, tax, and setting up a businessHow to access helpful blogs and resources on the Mallorca Solutions websiteLinks & Resources:Mallorca Solutions WebsiteEmail: [email protected] Mallorca Solutions on social media for updates and useful remindersSubscribe to the Majorca Mallorca newsletter at majorca-mallorca.esSign up for our free newsletter here. https://majorca-mallorca.esPlease follow Majorca Mallorca on Social Media:FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/MajorcaMallorca.esFACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/MajorcaMallorcaINSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/majorcamallorcapodcast/You can email MM on [email protected]

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• Dreaming Big with Saloua Sfar of A Ma Maison & Muse Palma

  In this episode we sit down with Saloua Sfar, the creative force behind A Ma Maison, one of Palma’s most personal restaurants, and Muse Palma, a multi-purpose cultural and events space. Originally from Tunisia, Saloua shares how Mallorca captured her heart, why her restaurant feels like “coming to her home”, and the challenges and joys of building businesses on the island. From her unique menus to belly dancing at anniversary parties, Saloua’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and passion for hospitality.Show NotesThis conversation with Saloua Sfar dives into:How a holiday to Mallorca turned into a lifelong home.The philosophy behind A Ma Maison — a restaurant run with love, where every guest feels like family.Keeping dining affordable while offering a full experience.The balance of creativity and sustainability in cooking.Her Tunisian culinary roots and the influence of her mother.The story behind Muse Palma, a flexible cultural and events venue.Thoughts on hospitality in Mallorca and the importance of service, kindness, and training.Why dreaming, adapting, and building a community of support keeps her moving forward.Whether you’re passionate about food, hospitality, or the entrepreneurial spirit, Saloua’s journey will inspire you to keep dreaming and create with heart.https://www.tiasaloua.com/ https://muse-palma.com/Sign up for our free newsletter here. https://majorca-mallorca.esPlease follow Majorca Mallorca on Social Media:FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/MajorcaMallorca.esFACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/MajorcaMallorcaINSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/majorcamallorcapodcast/You can email MM on [email protected]

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• Carlos Pons on Respiralia: Cystic Fibrosis Breakthroughs, Formentera Swim and Life in Mallorca

  Carlos Pons, managing director of Respiralia, joins us to share how a Mallorca-based foundation is changing lives for people with cystic fibrosis. We talk about life-extending treatments like Kaftrio, why modern respiratory physiotherapy has moved on from clapping to autogenic drainage, and how strength training is boosting lung capacity. Carlos explains the famous Swimming Tour around Formentera that funds hundreds of treatment sessions each year, and he lifts the lid on their pioneering phage therapy research that targets dangerous bacteria without antibiotics. He also reflects on life in Mallorca, housing pressures, and his own journey from Spanish Air Force search and rescue pilot to charity leader. If you care about science, community and real Mallorca stories, this one is for you.Listen now and find links to Respiralia, the Swimming Tour and how to support their work in the show notes.https://www.respiralia.org/ Sign up for our free newsletter here. https://majorca-mallorca.esPlease follow Majorca Mallorca on Social Media:FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/MajorcaMallorca.esFACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/MajorcaMallorcaINSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/majorcamallorcapodcast/You can email MM on [email protected]:00 Who is Carlos Pons and what Respiralia does 07:30 Kaftrio and how it changes day to day life for patients 12:00 Screening at birth in the Balearics and early intervention 16:40 From clapping to autogenic drainage 20:30 Why strength training improves lung capacity 24:30 Incidence in the Balearics and what daily management looks like 30:40 The Swimming Tour around Formentera and how it funds treatment sessions 37:30 How to get a place, timing, and the Respiralia spirit 42:00 Palma fun run and inclusive community events 46:00 Carlos’ SAR pilot years and the leap into the third sector 52:00 Phage therapy research to target bacteria without antibiotics 59:30 Regulation, funding, and why they seek grants over investors 1:06:00 Community projects, forests in the Serra de Tramuntana, and support for Ukrainian families 1:12:00 Housing pressures, legal insecurity in rentals, and balanced debate 1:18:00 The future for people with cystic fibrosis and why outlooks have changed

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