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Hello! I’m Alex and you may know me from my Youtube channel, “Mallorca Under the Sun“.

I have lived in Mallorca since 2005 and worked in the travel industry for almost 20 years. This website features travel tips, travel guides, holiday news, things to do which you can book, and an insight into Mallorca life.

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Alex x

Alex Smith Mallorca Under the Sun

MALLORCA HOLIDAY NEWS

Find the most recent feature below. For more Mallorca holiday news that matters, click here. 

WARNING Working in Magaluf in 2023

WARNING Working in Magaluf in 2023: If you are a British passport holder and hoping to come to Magaluf this Summer to work for bars and restaurants, then you may well be in for a shock.

Alcudia’s Mosquito Control Plan 2023

In this article, find out about Alcudia’s mosquito control plan for Summer 2023 in Majorca. Find out what measures are being taken to alleviate the high numbers of mosquitos we had in the area at the end of the Summer season.

Who needs an ETIAS visa waiver to holiday in Spain?

If you are wondering who needs an ETIAS visa waiver to holiday in Spain, well this article will tell you everything you need to know.

How much is Eco Tax in Mallorca in 2023?

I have had many queries asking, “how much is eco tax in Mallorca?” This article will take a look at the cost of Eco tax in Mallorca.

TRAVEL UPDATES

Find the most recent update below. For more travel updates travelling to or from Mallorca, click here.

What to expect travelling through Palma de Mallorca Airport in Winter

In this article find out what it’s like travelling through Palma de Mallorca Airport in Winter, if it’s still busy, how far in advance you should get there before your flight and what to expect.

GREAT NEWS – Covid Entry Restrictions to Spain are Scrapped

As of today 21 October 2022, all remaining Covid entry restrictions to Spain are scrapped for third-country visitors.

Spain Travel Update Leaves Questions Unanswered

Announced on 15 September 2022, Covid travel restrictions for travellers from third countries, entering Spain remain in place.

Hopeful Mallorca September Travel Update 2022

In this Mallorca September travel update, I’ll highlight the key issues affecting travel to Mallorca over the coming weeks and months whether you are visiting from within Europe or from further afield.

Entering Spain from the UK with proof of £85 per day spending money

If you are living in the UK and planning to visit Mallorca on holiday, you may have read in the press this week news of entering Spain from the UK with proof of £85 per day spending money.

Know Before You Go to Mallorca 2022

If you are planning a holiday to Mallorca, then this article contains all the information you need to know before you go to Mallorca on holiday in Summer 2022.

What to expect flying to Mallorca

In this article, I want to de-mystify travel in turbulent times and tell you what to expect flying to Mallorca.

Spain entry restrictions update | Strikes | TUI apologises

In my Mallorca weekly update, I cover the recent Spain entry restrictions update, I talk about the air traffic control and airline strikes and cancellations.

6 Airport Travel Tips Mallorca 2022

This is a guide to my best 6 airport travel tips for Summer 2022 to help make traveling through the airports easier this Summer.

THINGS TO DO IN MALLORCA

 

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To get started, here is an overview of some of the tours and tickets you can book in Mallorca.   Cancellation is FREE up to 24 hours before the activity starts.  Or click here to find more inspiration for more things to do around Mallorca

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17 Great Things to do in Playa de Muro Majorca

Check out 17 GREAT things to do in Playa de Muro Majorca (Mallorca) if you are planning a holiday to the most beautiful beach resort on this beautiful Balearic Island.

22 Great Things to Do in Cala Bona and Cala Millor, Mallorca

Find out the top 21 things to do in Cala Bona and Cala Millor if you are planning a holiday to these immensely popular resorts on the east coast of Mallorca (Majorca), Spain.

Mallorca in January – a GREAT month to visit!

Mallorca in January is a great month to visit the island. With Christmas and New Year’s Eve out of the way, flights coming to the island will be cheaper.  What’s more, the New Year signals the start of many celebrations which last throughout the month for you to enjoy.

Explore Festive Nativity Scenes in Palma de Mallorca

Discover the most beautiful Nativity Scenes in Palma de Mallorca in this guide, to get the most out of your festive visit to Mallorca at Christmas.

MOST RECENT GUIDE

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Eating out in Mallorca with food allergies in 2023

This guide will provide guidance to eating out in Mallorca with food allergies in 2023 if you are planning to visit Mallorca on holiday or hoping to come to the island to live. If you suffer from a food allergy, eating out can be problematic. But eating out in a...

What Cala d’Or Mallorca is really like

If you are researching holiday resorts for your next Summer holiday, find out what Cala d’Or Mallorca is really like.

Nightlife in Arenal Mallorca

Find out what you need to know about nightlife in Arenal Mallorca from what the atmosphere is like, to how busy the bars are, and why this party capital may just rival the nightlife in Magaluf.

Easter in Mallorca 2023 – What to Expect

If you hoping to spend Easter in Mallorca in 2023, then this article will tell you everything you need to know to plan your holiday to the island and what to expect to see at the Easter parades.

Porto Cristo Guide: 10 Reasons to Book a Porto Cristo holiday

In this quick Porto Cristo guide in Mallorca, find out 10 reasons to book a Porto Cristo holiday in Mallorca, and why this small port town isn't just a destination for a day trip, but the perfect place to go for your Mallorca holiday. Porto Cristo is as its name...

Cala Millor Nightlife, Mallorca – What to Expect

Find out what to expect from Cala Millor nightlife in Mallorca if you are planning a holiday on this East Coast of the island.

Guide to the Best Cala Bona Nightlife, Mallorca

In this guide to the best Cala Bona nightlife in Mallorca (Majorca), Spain, find out why this resort has some of the liveliest nightlife on the island and what to expect if you are planning a holiday to the resort.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Mallorca

If you are looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Mallorca, then find out what it’s like and how you can enjoy this night out on the island.

A Guide to Playa de Muro, Mallorca

Find out in this guide to Playa de Muro in Mallorca, find out why this resort could be the perfect destination for your next Summer holiday.

GETTING AROUND

Find out the best ways of getting around Mallorca here.

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A Guide to EMT Palma buses and where to visit

If you are visiting Palma de Mallorca, this guide to EMT Palma buses will show you how to get around the city easily and cheaply to make the most of your holiday.

A guide to taking a taxi in Mallorca

In this guide to taking a taxi in Mallorca, I will try and answer questions about how to book a taxi, where you can find a taxi and how much a taxi costs whether from the airport or calculating where you wish to go on the island.

How to take the TIB bus in Mallorca

With prices for Summer holidays reaching an all time high, the cheapest way to get around the island is by taking the public TIB bus. Here is a quick guide to how to take the TIB bus in Mallorca IN 2023 and beyond.

LIVING IN MALLORCA

Get an insight into Mallorca life, and what it’s like to live and work on the island. For more articles, click here.

How to exchange a UK driving license in Spain in 2023

In this article, I will explain, as of 16 March 2023, how to exchange a UK driving license in Spain easily and cheaply.

How to Move to Mallorca in 2023

In this article, find out how to move to Mallorca in 2023 from anywhere in the world, whether you are an EU Citizen or from further afield.

The Cost of Living in Mallorca in 2023

If you are thinking of moving to Mallorca, then this article will outline the approximate cost of living in Mallorca in 2023 and approximately how much you will need to budget per month to live on the island.

15 things I hate about living in Mallorca, Spain

Here are my top 15 things I hate about living in Mallorca, Spain, from how expensive Mallorca can become, finding affordable property to working.

Free public transport for Mallorca Residents

Great news for residents in Mallorca for 2023 – as of the 1st of January 2023, there will be free public transport for Mallorca residents.

Coming Soon – the Digital Nomad Visa, Spain

Great news for residents outside the EU hoping to work in Mallorca remotely. The Digital Nomad Visa is coming soon!

Renting in Mallorca – My Top 10 Tips to finding a happy home

Renting in Mallorca – whether you are arriving on the island with children, pets, or just one your own, this article will help give you some pointers of what to expect when renting a property here in Mallorca. From estate agents costs, to what to look out for when making a property inspection to what you must do before you sign the rental contract.

10 Pros and Cons of Living in Mallorca, Spain

Here are my 10 pros and cons of living in Mallorca. Life on the island isn’t perfect. But it’s not far from it.

8 Pros and Cons of Living in Palma de Mallorca

In this article I will outline 8 pros and cons of living in Palma de Mallorca. Find out what I liked and didn’t like about living in the island’s capital.

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