Majorca Mallorca

• From Palma to the World: DJ Des Mitchell’s Island Story

  Legendary DJ Des Mitchell has sound-tracked Mallorca for decades, from the golden age of Magaluf and BCM to his residencies that defined the island’s nightlife. In this episode, Des talks about the highs, the near-misses, and the passion that’s kept him behind the decks long after the lights come up. A conversation full of rhythm, humour, and heart from one of Mallorca’s best-loved entertainers. If you’ve danced anywhere on the island in the last 30 years, chances are DJ Des Mitchell was behind the decks. From his early days on British radio to becoming a household name in Mallorca, Des’s story is built on community, connection, and an undeniable love for music.In this episode, he joins Vicki McLeod in the studio to talk about:🎧 How he first arrived in Mallorca and became part of the island’s nightlife history🏝 His favourite memories from the glory days of BCM, and beyond🎵 The new generation of DJs carrying the sound of the island forwardFunny, open, and unmistakably real, Des Mitchell is more than a DJ, he’s a storyteller with a soundtrack.Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.🎙 Majorca Mallorca — the sound of the island.Please 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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• Inside Mallorca’s Superyacht World with Recruiter Erica Lay

  Meet our newest Mallorca Insider, Erica Lay — veteran crew agent and author of Superyacht Life: How to Start, Succeed and Stay Sane. Erica lifts the lid on the real superyacht industry in Mallorca: what counts as a superyacht, why TV shows like Below Deck skew expectations, and how hiring really works for deck, interior and engineering roles. We cover the starter essentials (ENG1 medicals, STCW modules, dock-walking), realistic entry salaries and seasons, plus the culture on board — tiny cabins, long hours, big teamwork — and why mental health, boundaries and diversity matter at sea. Erica shares straight-talking advice for “green crew”, what captains actually look for, and how women are carving paths on deck and in the wheelhouse.Got questions for a follow-up Q&A with Erica? Send them in and we’ll put them to her on air. 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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• From Stage Lights to Stables: Katja’s Journey to Can Cavall Blau

  What happens when a life in theatre collides with a love of horses and the rhythms of the land? In this episode, we meet Katja Lebelt, founder of Can Cavall Blau, an ecological farm and creative space tucked between Inca and Lloseta.Katja shares her remarkable journey from designing costumes and sets for opera houses across Europe to building a sustainable farm in Mallorca, where she now lives with her family and a herd of polo horses. We explore how her artistic background influences everything she creates on the farm, from the way the land is shaped to the artisanal products that come from it — bitter orange aperitif Amargéro, natural wines, pomegranate vinegar, lemonade, and more.Listeners will hear:How an injured polo horse named Cumbia changed Katja’s life.The challenges of starting a sustainable farm on rocky Mallorcan terrain.The evolution of Can Cavall Blau into a hub for horses, natural products, and intimate tastings.Why Katja sees the farm itself as her new “stage.”How arena polo is bringing a fresh, sustainable twist to the sport in Mallorca.Can Cavall Blau is more than a farm — it’s a living performance, rooted in authenticity, connection, and creativity.👉 Learn more or book a tasting: www.cancavallblau.comSign 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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• Inside Mallorca’s Culinary Scene: Restaurant Week with Mia Naprta & Anna Ruiz Alfaro

  This episode of Mallorca Insiders brings back our resident foodie, Mia Naprta, with a special guest, Anna Ruiz Alfaro, organiser of Mallorca Restaurant Week. Together they share the stories behind the island’s buzzing dining scene, from the much-talked-about opening of Annabelle’s in Palmanova (and its infamous €64,000 bill) to the international concept of Restaurant Week — now making its mark in Mallorca. Discover how this initiative showcases top restaurants, celebrates local products, and offers residents and visitors the chance to enjoy high-end dining at accessible prices.

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• 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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