Majorca (Mallorca) has long been a sanctuary for the global elite due to its Mediterranean charm and relative privacy. In 2026, the most prominent residents remain Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, who own the sprawling S’Estaca estate near Valldemossa. Tennis legend Rafael Nadal, a native of Manacor, maintains a massive waterfront mansion in Porto Cristo. The island is also a favorite for German celebrities; model Claudia Schiffer has owned property here for decades, and various European "royals" and business magnates, such as the Swarovski family, keep summer retreats in the upscale Southwest. Other stars like Annie Lennox and James Blunt are frequently spotted in their private villas. The island's appeal lies in its "low-key" luxury, allowing these high-profile figures to dine in local villages or sail the Balearic Sea without the constant scrutiny of paparazzi found in more urban celebrity hubs like London or Los Angeles.