Episodios

  • From Germany to Mallorca: Dr. Carsten Henningsen on Healthcare on the Island
    Mar 24 2026

    In this episode, Helen speaks with Dr Carsten Henningsen, founder of Palma Clinic, about healthcare on the island and his journey from Germany to Mallorca.
    After moving to Mallorca in 2009, Dr Henningsen helped grow Palma Clinic into one of the island’s leading international outpatient clinics, serving patients from across Europe and beyond.
    They discuss how the healthcare system in Mallorca compares with other countries, why some patients travel to the island for treatment, and the growing focus on preventative medicine and longevity. Dr Henningsen also shares what it was really like building a medical business in Mallorca, and his advice for anyone thinking of making the move.

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    47 m
  • From Austria to Mallorca: Leaving Everything to Start Again – Ines Herman's Story
    Mar 10 2026

    In this episode, Helen sits down with Ines Herman, who moved from Austria to Mallorca to create a new chapter for her family.
    Having spent childhood holidays on the island, Mallorca always held a special place in Ines’ heart. Years later, she made the bold decision to leave her life in Vienna and relocate permanently with her family, building a home from scratch in the Mallorcan countryside.
    In this conversation, Ines shares what it’s really like to buy land, build a house in Mallorca, navigate language barriers, raise children on the island, and adapt from fast-paced city life to Mallorca’s slower pace.

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    28 m
  • Moving to Mallorca? Legal, Tax & Property Insights with KPMG’s Fernando Martínez Comas
    Feb 24 2026

    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.

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    1 h y 2 m
  • From Austria to Mallorca: Building Community From Scratch — Nina Moons’ Story
    Feb 10 2026

    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.

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    51 m
  • From Germany to Mallorca: Life Behind the Luxury – Daniel Rudolf’s Story
    Jan 27 2026

    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.

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    53 m
  • From Phoenix, Arizona to Mallorca: 75,000 Miles Sailed… Then They Chose Alaró — Trevor & Judy Hill's Story
    Jan 13 2026

    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.

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    58 m
  • A Seat Swap to Close the Year: Helen Cummins Reflects on 2025, Purpose and What Comes Next
    Dec 30 2025

    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.

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    42 m
  • From Germany to Mallorca: Reinventing Dermatology and Herself – Monika Brück’s Story
    Dec 16 2025

    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.

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    44 m