Growing up (& thriving) in Portugal – Resident Podcast Interview with Ben Austin – Ep.25 – 27-05-26

In this fascinating episode we welcome Ben Austin – UK-born real estate advisor and passionate advocate for life in Portugal, having grown up here.Ben has called Portugal home since he landed here at the age of four with his travelling parents, sharing today deep local knowledge of the Silver Coast and Central Portugal regions.In this warm and insightful conversation, he shares his personal journey of schooling in Portugal, the realities of building a life and thriving here, cultural contrasts with the UK, daily life, and the evolving real estate landscape. Ben discusses:• His transition from the UK as a child to becoming a true Portugal resident• What Portugal is like for young people entering the job market and what the future might hold • Reflections on integration, community, lifestyle, and the reasons Portugal continues to attract people seeking a better quality of life• Reflections on cultural immersion, growing up, and the joys (and challenges) of life hereA candid, inspiring and practical conversation for anyone considering a move to Portugal, already living here, or simply curious about authentic resident experiences, especially those with children.Subscribe and turn on notifications for more inspiring stories from real Portugal residents. (apoiado pelos #FundosEuropeus, no âmbito do Programa Regional #algarve2030)#PortugalResidentPodcast #BenAustin #LivingInPortugal #PortugalExpat #MoveToPortugal #AlgarveLiving #PortugalRealEstate #ExpatsInPortugal #SilverCoast #PortugalLife #ThriveInPortugal #PortugalIntegration #PortugalPodcast #AlgarveExpat #CarlMunson #PortugalResident #LongTermPortugal #ArtInPortugal #PortugalCurator #Portugal2026Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support.www.portugalresident.com