In this episode, Helen speaks with Fernando Martínez Comas, Senior Partner at KPMG Abogados in the Balearic Islands and Head of Tourism for KPMG Spain.
Together, they unpack what international buyers, investors and relocating families really need to understand before moving to Mallorca — from legal and tax complexity to property pitfalls, financing strategy and lifestyle realities.Fernando shares first-hand insights from advising high-net-worth clients relocating to the island: why integrated legal and tax planning matters, common mistakes buyers make, and how the Mallorca property market continues to evolve.The conversation also explores quality of life on the island — security, schools, healthcare, commuting to mainland Europe, and the shift from holiday destination to full-time living base.Whether you’re considering buying a home, starting a business, or relocating your family, this episode offers practical guidance on navigating the process with clarity and avoiding costly missteps.

Nina Moons moved from Austria to Mallorca in 2020 while pregnant and in the middle of a pandemic — and slowly built a new life from the ground up. In this episode, she shares the emotional reality of relocating with a young family, finding community, and launching The Calendar Mallorca, a platform helping residents connect with the island’s daily life and traditions.
Helen and Nina talk motherhood, entrepreneurship, integration and the patience required to truly settle in Mallorca. A candid conversation for anyone dreaming of building a life on the island.

In this episode, Helen sits down with Daniel Rudolf, a modern-day butler from Germany who has travelled to 51 countries, managed households for billionaires, overseen luxury estates across the world, and now calls Mallorca his home. Daniel shares how he went from working in Michelin-star kitchens to managing helicopters, private jets, multiple estates and international staff teams — all while holding himself to what he calls “passion for excellence.” He reveals extraordinary behind-the-scenes stories from his life in elite service, why he never questions unusual requests, and how he built his thriving concierge and household-management business, Exclusive Mallorca. Daniel also opens up about his upcoming book, the first ever written by a modern butler, offering a true insider look into the world of the ultra-wealthy. Whether you’re fascinated by luxury lifestyles, curious about life in Mallorca, or inspired by people who reinvent themselves, Daniel’s journey is a captivating listen.

Trevor and Judy Hill left their life in Phoenix, Arizona to chase something bigger: freedom. What began as daydreams during the 2008 financial crisis became an extraordinary reality—more than six years living aboard their Oyster yacht, Intrepid, sailing across oceans, joining the Oyster World Rally, and visiting 40–50 countries along the way.
In this episode, Helen sits down with Trevor and Judy to explore what life is really like at sea, how travel reshaped their relationship and priorities, and why—after seeing so much of the world—they chose Mallorca as the place to build their next chapter.
They share the honest thinking behind choosing village life in Alaró, and what it takes to buy property in Spain as foreigners—patience, persistence, and learning that “the first thing is no”.
If you’ve ever dreamed of moving to Mallorca (or reinventing your life entirely), Trevor and Judy’s story will leave you inspired—and better prepared.

As 2025 comes to a close, Mallorca Living marks the moment with a very special New Year’s Eve episode — one where host Dr. Helen Cummins steps into the hot seat.Interviewed by longtime friend Izzy Newman, Helen reflects on a defining year of change, growth and personal transformation. From the post-pandemic pivot of her business and the expansion into a property buyer's agency, to the launch and success of the Mallorca Living Podcast, she shares what has been happening behind the scenes.This deeply personal conversation also touches on Helen’s health journey following the discovery of the BRCA1 gene, her decision to prioritise prevention, and how this experience reshaped her outlook on life, leadership and wellbeing. She speaks openly about writing her first book, her connection to Kundalini yoga, and the importance of slowing down in an increasingly fast world.With 25 years of life in Mallorca behind her, Helen also reflects on how the island has evolved, the balance between tourism and sustainability, and why Mallorca continues to inspire people from around the world to make it home.A thoughtful, honest and uplifting episode to close the year — and to welcome 2026 with clarity, gratitude and intention.

In this episode, Helen Cummins sits down with Dr Monika Brück, a renowned dermatologist who left a thriving 18-person clinic in Germany to start a new chapter in Mallorca. Driven by a desire for deeper research, a slower pace and a more meaningful connection with her patients, Dr Brück shares her courageous journey of change — from selling her clinic, to moving alone, to rebuilding her life and practice on the island.She opens up about the realities of relocating as a medical professional, the transformative power of slowing down, the science behind ageing-well and epigenetics, and why Mallorca has given her the space to innovate new regenerative skin therapies such as her signature “UL-Boostering” treatment.This conversation is rich with wisdom on resilience, purpose, the ageing process, and trusting life’s transitions. Whether you’re considering a move to Mallorca or simply seeking inspiration for a new chapter of your own, this episode offers insight wrapped in science, beauty, and human connection.

 Join Helen as she sits down with Dave and Mandy Falconer, a couple who transformed a long-held dream into reality with the purchase of their holiday home in Nova Santa Ponsa. Originally from Aberdeen and Cheltenham, Dave and Mandy share how years of holidaying in the north of Mallorca eventually led them to the island’s vibrant southwest — and a property that instantly felt right.
They reveal what made them change regions, why cycling and outdoor living shaped their decision, and how the hc/ Property Buyer’s Agency helped them navigate the entire process with confidence and ease. From discovering the “breathtaking” scenery to undertaking renovations, and even travelling with their dog Teddy, this episode is full of practical insights and the excitement of building a new life chapter between the UK and Mallorca.

In this episode, Helen sits down with Jasmine Seippel, Chief Operations Officer of Seippel & Seippel Insurance, to talk about life and work on the island she’s called home since birth. Jasmine shares her story of growing up in Mallorca, studying abroad, and returning to lead her family’s thriving business with warmth, determination and heart.
From building long-term client relationships and empowering a loyal, mostly female team to balancing leadership with motherhood, Jasmine’s perspective is both inspiring and refreshingly real. Discover how she and her husband are raising their twins in a small village near Andratx — and why, after all her travels, she still believes “Mallorca is magical.”

When entrepreneur and philanthropist Rachel Clacher first came to Mallorca, she was searching for sunshine, community and connection, but what she found was something far deeper. In this heartfelt conversation with Helen, Rachel opens up about building her dream home in Alaró, co-founding a boutique property development studio, leading her award-winning company Moneypenny, and creating positive change through her charity WeMindTheGap. She also shares the moving story of her daughter, Josie, and how the island became a place of healing, purpose and renewal.An inspiring episode about love, resilience, and the power of creating beauty – even after unimaginable loss.

In this episode, Helen meets William Stanley and Walter Kraushaar, founders of the boutique winery Los Dos Caballeros in the heart of the island. From a rooftop idea to a flourishing vineyard between Inca and Llubí, the pair share their journey of building a dream from the ground up — literally.
They reveal how patience, passion and a touch of naivety carried them through the challenges of creating an organic winery and guest stay. Hear how Walter’s childhood memories in his grandfather’s German vineyard mixed with William’s creative flair from his days in New York to produce a place where wine, design, and slow living meet under the Mallorcan sun.