"Which country would you like to live in?" by country.

[JohnnyB]

Originally Posted by FireGilbert

Living somewhere else is a great opportunity to experience the culture far more than being a tourist. If it was easy to pack up every year and change countries I would do it however at this stage of my life I'm settled down and am too old to get a work visa anywhere.

I have lived in Canada and Australia and love them both. I would consider moving back to Calgary if I could find a good job to be closer to family and friends although it would be a lot of effort, money, and paper work to move. At this stage I am happy to stay in Australia as it is very similar to Canada but with better weather and an easier lifestyle.

I have also looked at moving to Singapore or New Zealand since my work has opportunities there. Singapore is a cool city with great food that is an excellent hub to explore Asia while New Zealand is basically a smaller, more progressive version of Australia.

When I think about places I would like to live in I don't normally think of countries, I think of cities. I am a city slicker who enjoys the culture and amenities living in a big city provides. London, Paris, Amsterdam, New York, San Francisco, Hong Kong, and Tokyo for example all seem like really cool places to live for a while.



Australia or New Zealand.

I'm much the same with cities. It's why I loved spending a year in HK. Amazing combo of cosmopolitan life with hiking and beaches. Still thinking of moving back.

I'm going to Sydney for a week in February for a summit and I have to say that just looking at what there is to do there has had me suggesting to my wife we should think of a move. New Zealand is great too for the nature and the wine, but I've never experienced a tropical side of it. Even up in places like Gisborne can't be tropical can it, or the vines wouldn't grow there? Probably also not cosmopolitan enough for me anyways. Sydney definitely looks good though. Nice suggestions.

[FireGilbert]

Originally Posted by JohnnyB

I'm much the same with cities. It's why I loved spending a year in HK. Amazing combo of cosmopolitan life with hiking and beaches. Still thinking of moving back.

I'm going to Sydney for a week in February for a summit and I have to say that just looking at what there is to do there has had me suggesting to my wife we should think of a move. New Zealand is great too for the nature and the wine, but I've never experienced a tropical side of it. Even up in places like Gisborne can't be tropical can it, or the vines wouldn't grow there? Probably also not cosmopolitan enough for me anyways. Sydney definitely looks good though. Nice suggestions.

Sydney is a great place to live. It gorgeous, being surrounded by beaches and national parks, there is so much good food, and there is always something to do with options for sports, festivals, and concerts every week. There are some problems though. The night life and music scene kind of sucks due to some recent law changes and gentrification. It is also a super expensive with the 2nd highest housing prices in the world. My wife and I barely scrape by with little savings and will probably end up moving in a few years because of it. We are thinking of going back to Brisbane since, although it is smaller and less exciting, it still has a great lifestyle and weather and we could afford a house and have more money to travel. I also have a desire to live in Hobart since I always love visiting. It is beautiful, cheap, and has my favourite beer. No work there unfortunately but might be a good option for retirement.

[metallicat]

I'd choose the USA. Despite the political issues, and the guns, I'd still live there. I'm white, and I'm a male. I'd go to San Diego.

[rotten42]

Well...I'll be moving to the US (South Carolina) this year to join my wife. The idea is we will be based there and by a place south like Costa Rica or something along those lines.

[_Q_]

Interesting map.

I find a lot of Canadians think the US is essentially just Canada but with nicer weather. It's not! Also the hot weather is actually not nice in most of the country. As crappy as it is to be outside in January in Calgary, it's equally as crappy to be outside in July in DC, or New York or Houston or most of the United States.

On the flip side, I find lots of Americans think that Canada is just a colder version of the United States, but without any political or social problems. It's true in a sense, but I think a lot of Americans romanticize life in Canada as this fairy land where dreams come true and everyone is happy. The funny thing is, I find it's true whether they're Democrats or Republicans.

[FlamingHomer]

After visiting most of the neighboring countries to Panama, if I could do it all over again I would have moved to Medellin Colombia. Cleaner, cheaper to live, better climate, friendlier people, better healthcare, better infrastructure and a few other significant reasons.

Also, if anyone is using International Living magazine as a guide to choosing living elsewhere, be careful. Their information is not totally accurate. Either outdated or not telling the whole story.

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[Red Slinger]

I lived in Australia and while it was nice, I much preferred Canada.

My ideal home country would have the following:

-nice weather (mild) but all four seasons
-a progressive society (relatively low racism, sexism, other ism)
-low crime
-decent health care
-reasonable employment opportunities with a fair work/life balance
-English speaking (at least primarily)
-a vibrant history and culture (ie. lots to do)
-a government that has a low tolerance for corruption for both public and private entities

I'm not aware of any place that ticks all of these boxes. The closest I can think would be Canada and New Zealand but both are missing the vibrant culture and history.

[Locke]

Originally Posted by FireGilbert

Living somewhere else is a great opportunity to experience the culture far more than being a tourist. If it was easy to pack up every year and change countries I would do it however at this stage of my life I'm settled down and am too old to get a work visa anywhere.

I have lived in Canada and Australia and love them both. I would consider moving back to Calgary if I could find a good job to be closer to family and friends although it would be a lot of effort, money, and paper work to move. At this stage I am happy to stay in Australia as it is very similar to Canada but with better weather and an easier lifestyle.

I have also looked at moving to Singapore or New Zealand since my work has opportunities there. Singapore is a cool city with great food that is an excellent hub to explore Asia while New Zealand is basically a smaller, more progressive version of Australia.

When I think about places I would like to live in I don't normally think of countries, I think of cities. I am a city slicker who enjoys the culture and amenities living in a big city provides. London, Paris, Amsterdam, New York, San Francisco, Hong Kong, and Tokyo for example all seem like really cool places to live for a while.



Australia or New Zealand.

I'm glad you like Austria.

Sorry Devo. Had to be done.

[CliffFletcher]

Originally Posted by Red Slinger

I lived in Australia and while it was nice, I much preferred Canada.

My ideal home country would have the following:

-nice weather (mild) but all four seasons
-a progressive society (relatively low racism, sexism, other ism)
-low crime
-decent health care
-reasonable employment opportunities with a fair work/life balance
-English speaking (at least primarily)
-a vibrant history and culture (ie. lots to do)
-a government that has a low tolerance for corruption for both public and private entities

I'm not aware of any place that ticks all of these boxes. The closest I can think would be Canada and New Zealand but both are missing the vibrant culture and history.

Scandinavian countries tick all those boxes - almost everyone under 50 can speak English.

[Buff]

USA for me, but only because I want to live in Hawaii. If permanent Island life isn't for me then I'd just come back to Canada and have a place in Hawaii that I'd visit a few times per year.

[Muta]

I would live on Pacific Beach or Ocean Beach in San Diego year-round if I could. Love the people, the culture, the food, the easy going lifestyle.

I've lived in New Zealand and it would be a second option for me. There's lots of outdoorsy things to do there, and the hot water beach (Coromandel) is awesome. Tons of awesome beach properties there too. So much to do... just not a lot of people.

I'd consider Singapore, Japan, Australia, Cook Islands, Germany and Spain as other places I would consider living in. Canada would always feel like home, though.

[Oil Stain]

Originally Posted by CliffFletcher

Scandinavian countries tick all those boxes - almost everyone under 50 can speak English.

I was going to say Switzerland. hah

[Party Elephant]

Originally Posted by Hockey Fan #751

I didn't realize that and it's mind blowing to me.

So ignoring days, Hawaii and New Zealand are actually only an hour apart (Hawaii one hour ahead of New Zealand).

Correct. I recently had a holiday in Hawaii and it was nice to not have any jet lag despite the 8 hour flight.

It also makes things like organising Skype calls with family and friends back home pretty easy, especially compared to my British and European friends here who have to deal with a 12 hour difference.