Igor and I have obtained Work&Travel visas for Australia, and have the next few months to decide where we want to go. The visa is for a period of 1 year, although it can be extended, and our status can change if we were to find secure, permanent employment. Of course, we plan to explore the entire continent on weekend trips, but we do want to get a nice apartment and I want to find a good/interesting job, to obtain some international experience. I am also interested in checking out some PhD programs, or certification programs. School is more expensive, but since I skipped out on a semester of international exchange while doing my undergrad, I figure this might be a good opportunity to do so.

Aside from the climate (which, let’s get real, is better than anywhere in Canada), we are looking for a relatively large city because of more opportunities for work and play.

I am leaning towards Melbourne – I also have an old friend there, so hopefully she’d be able to show me around. Climate & size are good; also, downtown apartments are cheaper than in Vancouver or Toronto.. Hmm. I have another friend who is in Brisbane, in law school – perfect opportunity to visit him!