Living in Mallorca - The Pros & Cons, (Majorca, Spain), 2021

[@mikewest3975]

Thank you for the info I was thinking about spending a couple of months on the island and find out about long term rental I'll be in Palma in July loving your videos thanks for sharing mike xx

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Mike! Accommodation isn´t easy to find espeically in July - don´t be put off though as more availability comes around again in early Autumn.

[@tommymoffat5633]

Great video Alex. I love hearing about all the things that you don’t really think about when you are just there on holiday. Thanks again for taking the time to make these films

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Tommy !! I’ll keep doing the walk arounds too! Too much hanging in the balance at the moment with summer approaching !

[@stevendequincey7215]

Alcudia 😍 - My home town. I’d add that if you’re a digital nomad (like me) the island has some of the best internet connectivity in Europe.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Oh I didn't know that!!! And Alcudia is an incredible place to live too. Win Win!

[@VITALITYENERGY]

Hi Steven, thanks so much for pointing that out, that's exactly the kind of area to live in I was looking for, near the sea so I can go for a swim at any time. And having good internet service is super important to me as I work online. Steven since you already live there, would you happen to know of a good website where I could find a nice apartment there please? Many thanks, Matt

[@andykeith2051]

Yes very true. It’s much better than most parts of the UK. Even in less developed towns & resorts you can get 600mb/s

[@NuElektroMusic]

Took the family to Ibiza many times and only last year actually went to Mallorca. Thought it was incredible. Amazing,y diverse for a relatively small island. As as Primary music specialist and teacher I’ve been tentatively looking at schools but appreciate times are tough. I shall keep investigating and of course be revisiting. Enjoying your vids 🤙

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Life is great here Tommy. My advice would be to apply to all the international schools just on the off chance. You never know, you could get lucky and get an offer.

[@NuElektroMusic]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun Many thanks. Yes indeed, I’m just in the process of bouncing off a resume to Mallorca Int sch in Sa Pobla ✌️

[@ozmunky]

Nice one Alex - this is the type of video I have waiting for. I have a retirement strategy for Mallorca but it might mean a visit and a menu del dia to get the right contacts.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

A retirement strategy sounds good! I can think of worse places to be !

[@annam1361]

Great video thank you! My husband and I are planning to move to Mallorca next fall.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Oh brililant! Please keep an eye on my channel because I'll be making many more "moving to mallorca" videos!

[@annavass0221]

Great video, I've got lots of answers... Thanks!!

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Brilliant, I'll be doing some more videos like this over the winter!

[@annavass0221]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun Thank you so much, I will love it!!

[@yasszz_minn3951]

I grew up there in Alcuida such a beautiful place really enjoyed the video hope I’ll be able to visit this summer 💗

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Oh wow - I imagine it was wonderful growing up in Alcudia. It's currently my favourite corner or the island!

[@Scripts44]

Hello, thank you for all information that you share on the video, how you get the flight discount ? which airline provide this discount ? is when you flight from UK only ?

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

It's only for residents in the islands travelling elsewhere in Spain.

[@Rytter100]

Very informative 👍🏻 thank you so much ☀️☀️☀️

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Finn!

[@fatboyslim3550]

Another great video 👍😊✈️🇪🇸

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

hehe, this is an old video too!

[@SteveandAnitainMallorca]

Great video Alex, very informative.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Steve - look forward to your next Mallorca vid !

[@CodingAbroad]

Fantastic video! I’ve sold my house and ready to go once we’re allowed :) one quick question, I’m worried about how well I’ll get by with my limited Spanish. For example if I needed to call the electric company about an issue with a bill, would they be able to converse with me in English?

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

You'll be making a move you won't regret!! Don't worry too much about your Spanish. I'll make a video about this. It's actually quite hard TO speak Spanish when 90% of people you'll talk to will hear your accent and answer back in English. RE. Electricity companies, I managed when I first moved here, so give it a go and if you get stuck, ask a neighbour or friend to help make that call. But you should be OK. Many services have an English line (eg. Vodafone). I can't remember if Endesa have an English service...

[@CodingAbroad]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun great advice thanks :) I’m fed up with the weather in Bristol and my company has just allowed everyone to be a remote worker! Where would you recommend to live to meet other young people to make friends / relationships? Palma?

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

@@CodingAbroad you have to come over and check them out! Depends if you want beach, mountain, city or countryside .! I started out in Palma but moved down the coast to an area that’s close to the city with a good mix of residents from everywhere, beach close to the city etc . I think I’ll make a video about this very soon as I can’t sum up here but you’ve given me some inspiration for a video! But basically every area has an international expat community. And wow that’s amazing regarding your company allowing you to live anywhere but have a job. Working remotely in the U.K. maybe something I’ll be looking into in the future.

[@CodingAbroad]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun thanks for the great info :) yes very lucky with the job. main reason I want to go there is the property market is just silly here now. nearly 500k gbp for a small semi detached house where I can get a beautiful detached villa there. I'm like what am I doing to myself? The winner is very clear to me :)

[@stevegr633]

Learn the basics then build on that,it is what i did.There's also an English Spanish translate app you can download to your phone.There wiĺl be english speaking phone lines,and ex pats would no doubt help you out,

[@TheVigilant109]

Very useful. Thank you

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thank you ! I'll have to make an update this video I think...

[@stevegr633]

Very informative Alex thank you.Happy New Yearx

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Steve. Happy new year to you too!

[@Papa_Kilo]

I've wanted to live in Mallorca for many years. Cala San Vincente is my favourite place. I used to go twice a year every year.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Oh I love Cala St Vincent ! I''ll try and get up there at some point soon.

[@ibotheperson]

Oh God I hope I have the success and courage to move one day 🙏 great video as always 😁

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

You can do it! Thanks so much for your comment!

[@annaprinceva2337]

Hello there. I just wanted to ask, how do they count how many days are you actually living in Mallorca? It’s about paying taxes somewhere else and live in Mallorca. And if you are then somewhere else in Spain … counts that as you are ”living” there?

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Hey Anna, so the tax year runs from 1 Jan to the 31 Dec... so you have to spend 183 days here (in Spain as a whole) to then you have to pay tax.

[@annaprinceva2337]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun oh, ok, I see. thank you !!!

[@BernardDonaldson]

😊 I’ve already hit the like button, I’m looking forward to seeing this. X

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Oh bless you !! I hope you like it fingers crossed 🤞

[@BernardDonaldson]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun great vlog Alex. Agree 100% 😊

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

@@BernardDonaldson thank you 🤗

[@JolitaBartkus]

Thanks, that was very informative! And you have a lovely voice :)

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thank you so much Jolita x

[@marie-pierre1789]

I lived in Mallorca 20 year , both my children were born there, I miss this atmosphere of so many traditional fiestas, and the sea and nature, but I didn’t like school overthere and I try not to go back in august wich I find it far to hot , humid and crowded.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Hello! It is a wonderful atmosphere here, particularly over the winter! Spring and Autumn are so much more relaxed too! Come back soon to see us!

[@marie-pierremoiteaux]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun yessss! I hope very soon!!

[@brianwallington9744]

Hi Alex ,thanks for all the information ( and the hard work) in your videos. I have been searching the internet off and on for the last couple of years trying to find a small flat. But all I get offered when I search are „luxury „ homes for a million or so ! Do you know any property websites that cater to „normal“ people. Thanks ,stay safe and take care now..

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Hi Brian - check out Idealista and also Fotocasa (just put these names into Google) - then you can set your budget and areas you are looking for. They are the main property websites we use on the island!

[@brianwallington9744]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun Hi Alex, thank you very much for taking the time to reply, I really do appreciate as I can see that you are a very busy young lady. Stay safe and take care now..

[@curtiserecacho1401]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

You're very welcome!

[@knightswarm1]

I absolutely LOVE Alcudia!!! We went out in Oct and hired scooters to tour the near by towns Port De Pollenca and Son Serra de marina what a experience! Please could you do a few videos on the Fincas and homes for sale. We would love to buy on the island.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Maybe in the future - I'll let you know when i do!!

[@Dragonflypromotions]

Another brilliant video. It’s always been my dream to move back to the island. The problem is that I just don’t know how to find work. I’ve had pubs in the uk, worked in construction and retail and I’m currently the manager of a builders merchant. Maybe I’ll wait until I retire.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

I think you could run an empire here Dave with all this under your belt and have us all working for you !

[@Dragonflypromotions]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun Oh how I wish. I’ll keep dreaming

[@freeman1352]

What about an escort?

[@Jharries1971]

Hi, I wonder can you recommend a certain part of Mallorca which isn't too expensive to rent or buy a property as a 50 year old keen cyclist? My wife and I a planning a cycling trip this year.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

I would absolutely recommend renting first before buying! Cycling is hugely popular around Alcudia and Pollensa. My recommendation would be to look in these areas!!

[@blank-dr2kx]

I'm a gardener/grounds maintenance by trade. What would my prospects be like if I were to venture out there

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

There's always demand for that line of work - but it depends on which passport you hold. If you have a British passport, there are lots of conditions attached to getting a visa now, no thanks to Brexit. Check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYHXo4KajsaCjZY

[@blank-dr2kx]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun yes I'm British thanks for the information

[@donnaelliott5772]

Just discovered your videos and love them 😊

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Donna and I've just discovered your comment. So thank you. More videos to come!

[@nataliemcginty6153]

Great video and informative. My partner is from Mallorca and he informs me that the free schools are all Catalan. Basically Spanish is learnt by osmosis being in Spain. Have you had this experience or did you send your child to an international school? We wouldn’t be able to afford an International school, but perhaps a British nursery followed by a Spanish private school would work. Do you have any opinions or advise? It’s all very new for me. Thanks. Kind regards.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Hi Natalie - too much to answer here! I'll make a video about education options and some other content too. Bear with me, all in preparation. x

[@nataliemcginty6153]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun Could you also advise about jobs and salaries please? I work as a nurse in the U.K. My partner wants to return to Mallorca to live, but I am concerned about what job/salary I could obtain. I am currently learning Spanish, but couldn’t take a job solely in Spanish now. Thanks for your videos, they are a great help.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

@@nataliemcginty6153 the salaries here aren’t as great as those in the U.K. The best way to secure a great salary is to to secure a job and relocation package before coming here. Once you’re here, it’s unlikely , unless you have amazing skills, you’ll be offered a job in line with that of the U.K. Video to come about all of this. 👍🏻

[@nataliemcginty6153]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun Thanks very much for your reply Alex. I realise the salaries are lower, I just wondered if they are manageable for saving and for a little travel abroad, as well of cost of living. We have friends and family in Mallorca on my partners side that continuously struggle with employment and they are from the island. It’s just a little daunting. As any move abroad there are pros and cons. Thanks again for your videos, they are very insightful.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

@@nataliemcginty6153 If you are moving over with your partner, and you're living together then life will be easier in terms of affording the rent and life. It's not easy here but I honestly believe there is opportunity everywhere. You just have to look for it. x

[@mikewest2428]

Thanks for sharing the video lol xx

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Oh god, that's an old one. Needs updating!

[@UngratefulMosquito]

Great vid, Alex!

[@strideandride6645]

Hi Alex. Hope to visit alcudia in aug . Me the mrs and our daughter. Hope it all goes ahead for aug love your vlogs and information about the island. Many thanks kind regards. Xx

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Awww thank you 😊 I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you . Things have to be ok by August 🤗

[@strideandride6645]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun yes I hope so . We've never been before so looking forward to it. And a coffee morning with you if your there kind regards William x

[@strideandride6645]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun ❤❤❤

[@NIZZA13]

My top cons would be 1- the income / rent cost ratio- anyone who has regular job (average level and below) will never have a beautiful home, actually even some nice homes have mold or at least weird smell and disgusting water.2- education- I know many people who left only because they want better education for their children. 3- the food.4- Career- no such thing, here is where your aspiration dies.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Hello, so funy seeing this now. Because I'm just uploaded a video about things I don't like about living here. And I didn't include the bit about "even the nice homes" have problems. 100% - I've not lived anywhere that doesn't have damp or some other problem. Everytime my aspiration dies, I go back to the UK, and then realise the grass isn't necesarrily greener... it's a hard one... but nowhere is perfect. The weather swings it for me every time.

[@NIZZA13]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun true, nowhere is perfect and everyone’s top priority is different,this is the 4 th country I lived in , there are a few things I like, but I know I will move again.Until then I’ll enjoy the sun 😉

[@sebandsheep]

Very helpful advice! Thanks 👍

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

You're welcome!

[@TheChrisvige]

Have I dreamt this or is there a sum of money or income needed to live there?

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

If you’re coming here from the U.K. then check out this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYHXo4KajsaCjZY but basically it’s about 27€k per year. I’ll do a break down in an up-and-coming video as to how much you can get by on. 👍🏻

[@TheChrisvige]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun arr salud tan amable

[@AJ-nl6qn]

Do you have to pay tax on British earning if you stay on the island for more than 180 days or just earning on the island?

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Yes you do - you’ll be a tax resident after that time - and have to declare your global income

[@AJ-nl6qn]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun thanks

[@DwayneMuffin]

Would love to re-visit, been there when I was a kid

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

You're well overdue a visit Dwayne. If you ever visit and need someone to show you around, give me a shout!

[@jomo8407]

Great video, thank you.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Glad you liked it!

[@niamhc474]

So helpful thank you 😊

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks Niamh x

[@LIFESTYLION]

subscribed! thinking about moving there 😎

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thank you ! Keep an eye on my channel - lots more moving stuff coming up in the Autumn!

[@Top.Mallorca]

I know how it is. Very good!

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Haha, we are very lucky and blessed to be here!

[@paguliukas]

Nice put more videos thanks

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks, I'll try!

[@alishachinaiofficial7433]

What about the Language can you getby with English or do you have to learn Spanish?

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

I know people who get by with English, but they'd struggle with communicating with companiesto organise things like electricity, banks, mobile phones etc. Plus they will miss the engagement with the locals.

[@antondrake4794]

Great videos

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

🥰 thanks Anton x

[@QueenBee-mk8xm]

Mallorca is mainly a place for well-off people with money made elsewhere , or people struggling to find work elsewhere and/or who want to experience island life and who are willing to work in quite low paid jobs serving wealthy people in one capacity or another.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Used to be very much the case, but there is a whole new wave of digital nomads coming to live here for a while too... and doing quite well from it!

[@QueenBee-mk8xm]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun That´s good! I wish them well. In some ways it´s the same thing though....still need to make your money from elsewhere to make a decent salary/be able to afford a reasonably good lifestyle/quality of life.

[@argokuusk]

Why are you calling it Meeyorca?

[@allnightmike8374]

love majorca

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

me too ;)

[@allnightmike8374]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun stayed in sky senses last october in santa ponsa. we loved it. hoping to come next april.

[@blank-dr2kx]

I would move to majorca Tomorrow

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

You should!

[@blank-dr2kx]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun its funding it at the moment but I adore majorca if I ever did I'd have too meet you and say thanks 😊

[@gracesmith5783]

The opportunity to mix in such a rich cultural melting pot must continually hit the refresh button on one’s perspectives

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

I hit that refresh button every single day here :)

[@wernerpohlmann]

Top is Valldemossa.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

👍😀

[@jamesthevoice7764]

Lack Of making friends you mean..you still trying to make friends after 16 years.. Hahaha shows how detached you become living in Spain.. Everywhere the same though.. I found locals in mallorca hard, suspicious and very stand off..very hard nosed unless you line their pockets in some way..I found they adopt the attitude I learned the hard way so you will have to..from 1st October to 31st March every year mallorca isa very difficult place to make ends meet.... I worked in a garage and when the hire car repair work dried up so did my wages... I never met anyone who you could rely on and in the end I quit the island for good..

[@Jesus-xm5gv]

Are there any child-FREE cF beaches? We are desperately trying to find quiet beaches where there are NO children so we can take naps on the beach withOUT being disturbed by screaming children.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

I don’t think children are “banned” from any public beach in the world ! However if you wish to avoid kids, come outside school holidays and stay away from the resorts. Also go to the beach when kids are in school and avoid the beaches on weekends because the kids that live here are welcome go to the beach too. Also maybe invest in noise cancelling headphones! Good luck !

[@sunshine-bs2jx]

Hi Alex

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Hello!!

[@sunshine-bs2jx]

I'm there

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Lovely to have you here !! 🤗

[@lovinglifemallorca]

I’m here

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Andrew!

[@garylockley4272]

You forgot the biggest con , the general cost of living !!

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Yes and no! You see for the Scandinavians or the Swiss here, they find it a lot cheaper than they would in their own country, whereas the Mallorcans surviving on an average Mallorca salary is hard. Expats brought in to do a specialised job role or those who work on yachts (yacht captains can earn 11€k a month! )- find Mallorca is very affordable. Too many different scenarios for the people who live here! It depends what you do... but I do get what you mean, because the rental prices have gone mad in recent years. :)

[@richardvanwijngaarden4732]

The main pro is that there are hardly any cons...

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Hi Richard - I think this has to be the best comment on this video! ❤ The pros absolutely outweigh the cons!