YOUNG ADULT STUDY ABROAD IN SOUTHERN PORTUGAL

For young adults ages 18-30. Come to Southern Portugal to live, study, and explore with our family and three young adults!

Young married couples are also welcome!

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Now Accepting Applications!

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Available Dates:
Length of stay is flexible from
2 weeks to 90 days.

→ January 13 to April 3
→ May 4 - June 3
→ June 29 - August 13
→ August 30 - December 27

>> Young Adult 'Reach Upward' Retreat June 17-23 <<


What is the Cost?

'Off-Season' September to April:
Includes accommodation and full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) + local transportation.
Snacks and airport transportation NOT included.
- €50 per person / day
- €700 for 14 nights
- €1,300/mo long-stay discount

'High-Season' May to August:
- €70 per person / day
- €980 for 14 nights
- €1,880/mo long-stay discount

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What Does It Include?
  • Accommodations
  • Daily interaction with the Denning family during their routines (morning discussions, workouts, study time, projects, mealtimes, jam sessions, dance parties, and more)
  • Weekly shared meals and lively discussions about topics of interests and meaningful ideas.
  • Weekly sauna sessions (and discussions)
  • Almost weekly beach time with games (spikeball, volleyball, surfing, body boarding, paddle boarding, and more)
  • Mentoring or coaching week with Greg and Rachel Denning
  • Live attendance to the Habits for a Successful Life class, the Great Books class, and the Mentoring Accountability Program for teens and young adults.
  • Mentoring and personal coaching -- ask us questions, anytime about any subject
  • Date nights for couples in quaint Portuguese towns (babysitters available for hire)
  • Optional: feeding the animals, farm chores, help complete projects
  • Optional: Hiking and exploring
  • Optional: Book readings and discussions
  • Optional: Home church participation
  • Optional: Business masterminding and strategizing
  • Optional 'field trips' to fortresses, castle ruins, megalithic monuments, and the launch-site of Christopher Columbus.
  • Full board (all meals) available at an additional cost for young adults or teens
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ADVENTURE & FUN

During your stay you'll be able to participate in hiking, cliff jumping, paddle boarding, surfing, spikeball, beach volleyball, bodyboarding, beach time, dance parties, jam sessions, gym workouts, yoga, and much more!

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CONNECTION & CLARITY

Make new friends, have meaningful conversations, and get mentored by Greg & Rachel Denning -- hosts of the Extraordinary Family Life Podcast.

Get clarity about life, college, career, dating, marriage, sex, and much more from trusted parents and experts.

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Individual Rooms

Cost is for double, triple or quadruple occupancy

'TRAVEL' ROOM

This room is on the second level and sleeps four people in a bunk and double bed.

You will have access to shared bathrooms and showers (men's and women's) plus a shared kitchen, living and dining area -- all on the second level.

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DOUBLE OR TRIPLE ROOM

This room is on the second level and sleeps three people in a double bed and a bunk bed, or one young couple.

You will have access to shared bathrooms and showers (men's and women's) plus a shared kitchen, living and dining area -- all on the second level.

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ELEGANT ROOM FOR 1-2

This room is on the second level and sleeps one person or a young couple.

You will have access to shared bathrooms and showers (men's and women's) plus a shared kitchen, living and dining area -- all on the second level.

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'SURF' ROOM

This room is on the second level and sleeps three people in a double bed and bunk bed, or one young couple.

You will have access to shared bathrooms and showers (men's and women's) plus a shared kitchen, living and dining area -- all on the second level.

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'KILIMANJARO' ROOM

This room is on the second level and sleeps three people in a bunk bed and single bed.

You will have access to shared bathrooms and showers (men's and women's) plus a shared kitchen, living and dining area -- all on the second level.

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Shared Spaces

Located on the Second Level

LIVING AREA

A warm, welcoming space designed to foster connection and community.

Cozy seating, open layouts, and plenty of natural light, it's the perfect spot for families to gather, share stories, play games, or unwind after a day of adventures.

Whether you're collaborating on a project, enjoying a group meal, or simply relaxing together, this central hub reflects the heart of our worldschooling values—learning, living, and growing together.

DINING & KITCHEN

Our shared dining and kitchen area is a vibrant, communal space where families come together to cook, eat, and connect.

Fully equipped and family-friendly, it encourages shared meals, cultural exchange, and spontaneous conversation—nourishing both body and soul.

OUTDOOR SPACES

Our shared outdoor spaces span 15 acres of natural beauty and adventure, offering something for everyone.

Families can relax in the picnic and BBQ area, gather around the firepit, or watch the kids play on the trampoline.

Enjoy the peaceful company of our friendly animals—chickens, geese, and ducks—or unwind in the wood-fired sauna.

With trails to explore, wide-open spaces to roam, and a backyard built for connection, the outdoors here are as enriching as they are fun.

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COST

Price is based on double or triple occupancy (additional cost for double beds).

Towels, bedding, toilet paper, kitchen supplies, and cleaning supplies are included.

It is also 'Full Board', which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Snacks not included.

€50-80/DAY FULL BOARD

WHO ARE WE?

Meet 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!