This year marks the 14th edition of the Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival (EMIFF), named by The Guardian as one of Europe’s 10 most exciting film festivals. Taking place from October 21 to 29, the festival’s motto is, Bridging Cultures – Bridging People. EMIFF brings together filmmakers, creatives and cinephiles from across the globe for nine days of screenings, conversations and unforgettable encounters.

For fifteen years, the Rafa Nadal Foundation has been transforming the lives of children and young people in vulnerable situations, harnessing the power of sport and education as vehicles for inclusion, empowerment, and development. Behind the scenes, driving this remarkable mission forward, is María Francisca Perelló — Director of the Foundation and a pivotal force in the management, expansion, and heart of its programs. In this exclusive interview, María Francisca offers a candid look into the Foundation’s impact, the challenges of leading a social organisation, and the powerful stories of personal transformation that emerge from their work. She also shares her vision for the future and reflects on the meaning of solidarity in today’s world.

At Casa Esment, the air is filled with the scent of freshly baked bread — and something even more nourishing: friendship, learning, and human connection. On 14 October, In Mallorca Magazine had the privilege of attending “Giving is Giving” (Dar es Dar) a day of talks, workshops, and heartfelt exchanges dedicated to one simple yet profound idea: that true fulfilment comes from giving.

The event brought together an inspiring mix of people — chefs, winemakers, architects, teachers, psychologists, and artists — all united by a desire to share experiences and reflect on what it means to find genuine satisfaction.

Lucy Hawkins details her experiences raising kids, learning Catalan, and finding joy in Mallorca’s 12-week summer break.

Emma is a transformational guide helping people reconnect with their true selves by working across mind, body, and spirit. After a successful media career, she transitioned into holistic healing, blending coaching, energy work, and somatic practices. Her work often focuses on high-achieving women, uncovering deep-seated fears and conditioning that hold them back. Now based in Mallorca, she continues to expand her offerings. In 2025, she’s launching new retreats, leadership programs, and collaborations on intimacy and personal growth.

Lucy Hawkins meets Pieter-Jan Pattyn; a Belgian chocolatier-turned-distiller whose journey led from Nicaragua to the Mediterranean. Drawn in by the island’s charm, he founded Montimare Spritz, a distinctive spirit infused with the essence of the sea and sun.