Ready for a complete life change? Meet Jen and Claire, the two inspiring hosts of the Portugal Diaries Podcast, who left the UK behind to build entirely new lives in Portugal - and ended up creating one of the most popular expat podcasts in the process! Discover how they transformed from UK professionals into successful Portuguese residents running thriving businesses in real estate and interior design.In this honest conversation, they share the real challenges of starting over abroad, navigating Portuguese bureaucracy, and building a new professional network from scratch. Learn how their podcast began as a way to connect with other expats and grew into a platform showcasing the adventurous spirits who choose to relocate to Portugal.From adapting to the slower Portuguese pace of life to embracing the outdoor lifestyle, Jen and Claire reveal what it truly takes to reinvent yourself in a new country. Their story proves that with courage and determination, you can build not just a new life, but a successful career and meaningful community in Portugal.TakeawaysJen works in real estate and Claire is an interior designer.Both moved to Portugal for a better climate and lifestyle.Challenges included visa processes and adapting to local laws.The Algarve offers a relaxed lifestyle compared to the UK.Children's transition to Portuguese life was eased by attending British schools.Sports and activities for kids have increased in the Algarve.The pace of life in Portugal is slower, requiring adjustment.Quinta do Lago is a unique community with a mix of luxury and leisure.Social life includes various restaurants and seasonal nightlife.Winter in the Algarve is quieter but still enjoyable.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:59 Life in Portugal: Real Estate and Interior Design02:24 Reasons for Moving to Portugal03:31 Challenges of Relocating05:36 Cultural Adjustments09:58 Children's Transition to Portuguese Lifestyle15:02 Driving in Portugal: Adjustments and Experiences17:25 Adapting to the Slower Pace of Life21:41 Exploring Quinta do Lago22:51 Exploring the Campus and Its Facilities24:40 Celebrity Sightings and Privacy in Quinta do Lago26:27 Social Life: Dining and Nightlife in the Algarve28:37 Winter Life in the Algarve: Myths and Realities30:45 The Birth of the Portugal Diaries Podcast36:36 Guest Selection and Podcast Growth39:50 Life Lessons and Embracing Change42:49 Outro➣CONTACT US for relocation assistanceGet on a free discovery call and we can outline how we can work with you.https://www.algarveaddicts.com/contactCheck out my Instagram on /algarveaddicts - I enjoy a little bit of Insta!#PortugalDiaries #UKToPortugal #NewLifeAbroad #PortugalPodcast #ExpatsInPortugal #BritishExpats #PortugalLiving #MovingToPortugal #AlgarveLife #UKExpats #StartingOverAbroad #ExpatPodcasters #PortugalLifestyle #ExpatsAbroad #PortugalCommunity #PodcastingAbroad #CareerChangeAbroad #LifeChangePortugal #PortugalReinvention #NewBeginningsPortugal #ExpatEntrepreneurs #PortugalRealEstate #PortugalInteriorDesign #ExpatSuccess #PortugalStories