In this episode, Maya shares her family’s journey through Portugal’s education system while raising their daughter in the Algarve. She discusses the pros and cons of public, private, and international schools, highlighting challenges such as language barriers, uneven teaching quality, and school strikes. After trying different options, her family ultimately found that an international school provided the right environment for their daughter to succeed both academically and socially.

The episode also touches on her role as a buyer-focused real estate advisor in Portugal, as well as broader cultural observations, including how practices like tipping introduced by foreigners can gradually alter local customs and social norms.

Maya's website: https://thebuyersagentportugal.com/ 

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