Out of the City – What Life in the Countryside Really Changes

Palma has become noisy. You don’t notice it right away, but eventually you do – in the way you look, the way you speak, the way you wake up in the morning. And at some point, you start to wonder if what you thought was normal life was actually just tension.

That’s why many people are moving out – not into total isolation, but just a few hills over, a few minutes away.

Not Every New Beginning Needs a Manifesto

Moving to the countryside rarely happens as part of a grand plan. It's usually quieter than that: You’re looking for more space, less traffic, a bit of peace. You want to work with your hands again. Or at least have breakfast with a view of the trees.

And suddenly, you're living where the rooster crows before your alarm clock rings. Where you know the street, even if not every name. Where the sky feels wider than it ever did in the city.

Establiments: Close Without the Noise

A place like Establiments fits perfectly into this in-between world. It’s close enough to Palma that you can still commute. And far enough that at home, you’re more likely to hear crickets than scooters.

Families who have always lived here share space with newcomers who simply want to live. No gated community, no status symbol. Just fields, dogs, chickens, trees.

You buy from the local butcher, chat with neighbors about rainwater tanks and olive harvests. Or you don’t. Both are fine.

The Pace Changes

If you’re coming from the city, the first thing you’ll notice is your calendar. Things take longer. Not because they’re more complicated, but because there’s no rush. Appointments are flexible. You wait for the handyman – and talk about the weather in the meantime. The rhythm adjusts to the place.

And that’s not a step backward. It’s just a different kind of time.

What You Gain – and What You Leave Behind

Of course, you lose some things: the quick coffee around the corner, late-night delivery services, anonymity. But you gain something else: a sense of connection, even if you don’t see people every day.

You know the light at every time of day. You notice when the cicadas start buzzing. You sense when the wind shifts.

This isn’t some idealized version. It’s just daily life – only different.

Conclusion? Life Changes – Not Better, Not Worse

Country life isn’t a solution. It’s an alternative. For some, it’s temporary. For others, a fresh start. Those who take the leap often rediscover themselves – beyond city routines, noise, and constant updates.

And once you’ve experienced how quiet the island can be, you return to the city a little differently.