What’s it like to grow up and live in Lisbon, Portugal? | Young and European

Lisbon is one of Europe’s most beloved travel destinations. But for many locals, especially young people, the city is becoming increasingly unaffordable. In this video, 23-year-old actress Beatriz Forjaz takes us through a day in her life — from breakfast in her shared apartment to guiding tourists through the old town.
She shares her love for Lisbon, the challenges of finding housing, and her hopes for the future. Through her story, we explore the impact of gentrification, youth unemployment, and the cultural identity of Portugal’s capital.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:35 Inside a Portuguese household
02:52 Acting career challenges
03:32 Public transport realities
03:56 How to motivate youth to stay in Portugal?
04:40 Working as a tour guide
05:12 Sharing Lisbon’s beauty and soul
07:08 Mass tourism & gentrification
08:06 Outro

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CREDITS
Report: Gönna Ketels
Camera: Marco Borowski
Edit: Andreas Hyronimus
Supervising Editor: Mirja Viehweger
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