Palma is where old-world charm meets contemporary island life. Wander through the narrow streets of the old town past sandstone palaces and centuries-old churches, then emerge onto the Paseo Marítimo for cocktails with a view of the superyacht marina. The city has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, with a thriving food scene, independent boutiques in Santa Catalina, and a growing community of international creatives and entrepreneurs.
For families, Palma offers the best of both worlds — proximity to top international schools, excellent healthcare, and all the amenities of a European capital, with the beach just ten minutes away. Whether you're a digital nomad working from a café in the Borne district or a retiree enjoying tapas in the Lonja, Palma has a neighbourhood and a lifestyle to match.
Palma has everything you'd want from a European city — incredible food, culture, history — but you can be at the beach in ten minutes. There's really nowhere else like it.
We moved here for the schools and stayed for the lifestyle. The kids walk to their international school, we have brunch at the market on Saturdays, and we're sailing by 2pm. It's the dream.
As a freelancer, Palma is ideal. Great coworking spaces, fast internet, cafés everywhere, and a real community of international professionals. Plus the cost of living is still reasonable compared to London or Munich.
