Fresh from her split from boyfriend Ruben Dias, Maya Jama has shown her ex what he is missing in the first look at Love Island's new series. The upcoming season is set to kick off at night for the very first time, with Maya making an immediate entrance as the Islanders head into the villa for an exclusive welcome party under the stars.
No doubt kicking off a summer of sexy looks, Maya, 31, is set to make her arrival with her famous curves on display, dressed in an eye-popping white bralet and skirt. In true Love Island style, a summer of twists, turns, and tests awaits the contestants from the very first moment, but fans will have to wait and see what drama will lie ahead.
Revamped Villa and New Features
This year, the villa has undergone a multi-million-pound revamp. It is filled with designer goods and features more beds than ever before, making room for more bombshells to shake things up. The villa is located in the middle of nowhere, with single-track roads leading up to the front gate, which is guarded by security to keep trespassers out.
Upon arrival, the islanders will stride along a wooden walkway through a giant chrome heart to enter their new home. They will have access to an array of designer clothes and their choice of double bed, which will be shared on the first night with their new partner. Speaking to the Daily Mail from the Mallorca villa, producers Amanda Stavri and Lewis Evans said: 'There are more beds, and with more beds comes more bombshells!'
The Hideaway and Garden
If contestants hit it off and are looking for some alone time away from their fellow islanders—but still very much on camera—they can head to the glamorous hideaway. It has been given a fresh makeover, with baby pink and teal walls, gold accessories, and its own outdoor terrace with a sexy swing and plunge pool, perfect for romantic dates. TV producers will fill the Hideaway wardrobes with sex toys and lingerie, guaranteeing saucy action beneath the sheets.
Love Island has collaborated with eBay again as the series sponsor to fight against fast fashion and provide the contestants with pre-loved clothing. Inside the bright blue dressing room is an impressive wardrobe, with Prada, Dior, and Louis Vuitton handbags, as well as stylish heels and trainers. This leads to their beautifying boudoir, where Islanders get glam with the help of luxury hairdryers and an endless supply of makeup products.
Elsewhere, the garden has received quite the makeover, with the famous fire pit painted blue for the new series. The rest of the Islanders' summer home followed a pink and green theme, with the kitchen and lounging area ready to go. The freezer is already stocked up with Solero ice cream, which recently collaborated with host Maya, while the fridge has been stocked up with American soft drink brand Poppi.
History of the Villa
The iconic villa has undergone many changes throughout the years and has always been based in Mallorca. The original Love Island villa, used for the first two series, was situated in Santanyi, Mallorca, and was snapped up by a mystery buyer in March 2022. The subsequent villa, still used for shows, is located in Sant Llorenç des Cardassar on the east coast of the island. The villa underwent huge renovations after filming concluded for the 2022 series, and in 2024 a secret new Hideaway was revealed, which requires 'no invite'. It also boasts a 20m swimming pool, plush sun loungers, day beds, and the famous fire pit. There is also the famous terrace where secret chats usually take place, although this year the fencing around it has been made shorter and smaller, making it easier for the other islanders to spot what is going on up there.
Fans of the show can even book their very own stay at the villa, but it will not come cheap. A one-week holiday would set you back around £5,000, but anyone booking the property will have access to six bedrooms.
Meet the New Islanders
The dating show returns on Monday, June 1, with a fresh batch of hopeful singles looking to find their type on paper. Maya, who has just finished filming The Celebrity Traitors, will return to host the series, and she has promised viewers there will be even more twists this year. Love Island 2026 returns on Monday, June 1 at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.
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LOVE ISLAND 2026: MEET THE ISLANDERS
- Jasmine - Age: 27, Job: Fashion Business Owner, From: Dubai (lives in London). How do you plan to handle the competition? 'Respectfully, what competition?'
- Aidan - Age: 23, Job: Property Broker, From: Kent. His type on paper: 'I wouldn't say I have a strict type on paper. Personality is the most important thing for me.'
- Lorenzo - Age: 28, Job: Business Owner, From: Hertfordshire. Are you here for the drama, or is finding love your only goal? 'I think drama is fun! As long as no one is crying, all is fair in love and war. It'll be interesting to see what unfolds…'
- Sam - Age: 25, Job: Electrician, From: Dudley. How do you plan to handle the competition? 'I've never really had to compete before, so it'll be interesting. I know what I bring to the table, and I'm confident in what I have to offer.'
- Samraj - Age: 25, Job: Model, From: Birmingham. What's your relationship strategy? Go straight for the goal or play it safe? 'Without sounding arrogant, in the outside world I don't really chase that much, I'm used to girls coming to me.'
- Sean - Age: 25, Job: Primary School Teacher, From: Galway. How do you plan to handle the competition? 'If I see someone I like, I'm going for it and nothing's gonna stop me.'
- Ope - Age: 27, Job: West-End Performer, From: Lincolnshire. How do you handle the competition? 'No one phases me. I'm so confident in my ability to just do my thing. I don't get phased, I don't get impersonated, I don't get threatened.'
- Mica - Age: 21, Job: Student, From: Barbados (lives in London). Are you here for the drama, or is finding love your only goal? 'I'll dabble in both I feel. Obviously the whole point is finding love and that's going to be my main goal. I'm not saying I'm going to start drama but if there is drama going on, I would obviously be a little bit nosey and want to know what's going on.'
- Lola - Age: 28, Job: Detective, From: Kent. If VAR reviewed your flirting game, what foul would earn you a red card? 'I can be a bit of a brat, I get really hangry! If you just feed me, I'll be alright.'
- Angelista - Age: 24, Job: Nurse, From: Staffordshire. What kind of person are you hoping doesn't walk through the villa door? 'Someone who wants to be in everyone's face all the time, centre of attention all the time, that's an ick! Someone that's obnoxious I don't like.'
- Ellie - Age: 24, Job: Real Estate Videographer, From: West Lothian. Her type on paper: 'Simple… tall, dark and handsome. If it's not broken, don't fix it. It's a classic for a reason. Nice teeth, nice tattoos, partial to a blonde as well.'
- Robyn - Age: 21, Job: Quantity Surveyor and DJ, From: Liverpool. In your love life to date, have you been a World Cup winner or knocked out in the first round? 'I just feel like the right person hasn't come yet. That's the only reason I haven't qualified, not because I can't.'
