Family Study Abroad Program in Southern Portugal

Have you always dreamed of taking a family travel adventure (or sending your teen or young adult) abroad but weren’t sure how to make it happen?

Or have you been traveling as a family but long to connect with the community of other like-minded families?

Our Program provides the perfect opportunity for your family or your teen/young adult to travel, learn, and explore in a relaxed and supportive environment, with the chance to connect with other incredible people!

Now Accepting Applications!

Why Choose Our Family Study Abroad Program in Portugal?

If you're looking for an educational family travel experience, our Study Abroad Program is the perfect fit!

Your family or teen/young adult will enjoy the opportunity to live, learn, and connect with others, while also immersing yourself in the culture, cuisine, and beauty of Southern Portugal.

Our family of seven has been traveling the world for the past 18 years to nearly 60 countries on five continents.

We now have a home base and a family travel hub in Southern Portugal near Lagos. And we invite you to 'dip your toes' into the world of family travel in Portugal and/or connect, study, learn, and explore with other traveling families by joining this program.

What Makes This a Unique Family Travel Experience?


Our Family Study Abroad Program in Portugal is more than just a trip—it’s an educational family travel experience where you can spend quality time with your loved ones, share learning experiences, and explore new places together.

From surfing lessons to exploring the cliffs of Algarve, your family will have plenty of opportunities to bond, learn, and have fun.

What’s Available in Our Family Study Abroad Program?

  • Share community spaces while still having your own private living areas.
  • Interact as much or as little as you want or need to (sometimes it changes)!
  • Share weekly meals with a taste of international cuisine. (optional)
  • Have our kids or teens play or hang out together daily or weekly as desired.
  • Share learning experiences and activities together (a sort of worldschooling co-op).
  • Participate in Portuguese language lessons. (optional, additional cost)
  • Have weekly discussions and 'devotionals' (optional -- our family's term for a time of learning & discussing).
  • Feed the animals on the property. (optional)
  • Do jobs and chores on the mini ‘farm’ (15 acres) — weeding, building structures, painting, etc. (optional)
  • Go to the beach or paddleboarding.
  • Explore the gorgeous cliffs and caves of the Algarve (the name of Southern Portugal).
  • Take surf lessons along the stunning Portuguese coastline. (optional, additional cost)
  • Go out on double or triple dates with other couples! (Optional. Babysitting available.)
  • Travel to nearby sites and cities in Portugal like Lisbon, Porto, or Seville, Spain. (optional)
  • Educational study abroad field trips to historical sites (like to the site where Columbus launched the Nina, Pinta, & Santa Maria and see life-size replicas of his ships!) (Optional, on your own or coordinated with other families)
  • And more!

Available Dates & Accommodations

The Program cost includes FREE accommodation at the World School Family Resort which serves as your home base for this family travel experience.
The dates for the Family Study Abroad are flexible and meant to work with your family's travel schedule.

The Program runs from January to August 2025.

You are welcome to bring your family for 2 weeks (minimum) up to 12 weeks and anywhere in between.

For accommodations, there are three 'apartments' (2-4 bedrooms each) and five individual rooms with shared bathrooms. You can see examples of the available rooms here:
Available Apartments & Rooms

Costs for the Family Study Abroad Program in Portugal


There is a cost to participate in this Program, but it includes 'free' accommodations at the World School Family Resort, as well as incidentals such as soap, towels, paper towels, dish soap, etc.

There are other potential expenses depending on your family's schedule & preferences:
  • Program cost is $28-38/pp, per night in the off season and $42-$52/pp per night during high season.
  • That's about $3360-$4560/mo off off-season and $5040-$6240/mo high season for a family of four.
  • Each family is responsible for their own food/grocery costs (can fit into almost any budget).
  • Optional Travel/Field Trips can be about $30-$50 per person, per day depending on destination (Lisbon, Seville, etc.)
  • Optional Surf Lessons $30-$100 per person, per lesson
  • Optional Portuguese Lessons $10-$20 per student, per hour
  • Optional Kayaking and boat tours are around $30-$60 per person
  • Optional Paddleboarding $30 per day with deposit
  • Flights to Lisbon (LIS) or Faro (FAO) airport (cost varies)
  • Transportation to Resort via bus, train and Uber from LIS or FAO (approx $10-$30 pp, one way)

Apply Now for the Family Study Abroad Program in Portugal

Are you ready for a family travel experience unlike any other?

Join our Family Study Abroad Program in Portugal, where education, fun, and adventure await.

Apply now to reserve your spot and start your family’s unforgettable journey today!
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WHO ARE WE?

Hey! We're the Denning Family

Owners of the World School Family Resort... Otherwise known as 'WorldschoolFamily' on Instagram

We've been traveling the world as a family for the past 18 years to nearly 60 countries on five continents.

We have a passion for adventure, learning, and connection.

We've also dreamed of having a home base and a place to connect with other like-minded families and friends.

That's why we created the World School Family Resort.

It's a villa on 15 acres with space to learn, raise animals, connect, and share.

Please come stay with us -- and invite your friends!