Australia is famous for its large beaches and temperate climate. Across the continent, Aussies, and those who’ve chosen to emigrate there, have access to an active and healthy lifestyle. But urban dwellers will find plenty of great culture and excellent food in Sydney and Melbourne, and a cost of living below that of some of the world’s other great cities.
If Australia is on your list of possible retirement destinations, you’ll find that few English-speaking countries with quality healthcare and good infrastructure will benefit as much as Australia from the economic booms in Asia and China.