(Semi-) rural Hampshire.

I’ve taken more than my fair share from the planet. Feel like I should give something back. Though I’m sure I wouldn’t taste that good.

I’d rather my body get used for science or food or something.

‘Access to airports for travel purposes would be great’

If you want travel to be a regular part of your life, the pragmatic (and spit-balling) part of my mind seems to think somewhere central like Denver or Kansas City would at least be a good hub for convenience’s sake. I also imagine property rates are a bit more reasonable than on the coasts.

And BTW, as an Australian, I feel you with the childfree/non-drinker/non-sports enthusiast stuff. It’s very limiting.

Aussie here who has done several six-month stints in the UK. It sounds to me like you’ve got the really hard stuff sorted - i.e. accommodation and employment. Really it’s the logistics that are the pain in the arse.

I wouldn’t offer any tips. You’ll work it out as you go. I loved every minute of it, and I’m sure you will too. Goes without saying, but if it’s within budget make use of the fact that Europe’s right on your doorstep too.

Ha, I’m completely the opposite. I love the dark, the cold, rain - dusk is my favourite time of day because it means the sun is going away. I’ll be looking to migrate to somewhere like where you are instead of the sun-drenched place I live now. Each to their own, hey?

Southern Italy sounds like it might be a good fit for you. Best of luck with wherever you end up.