When we think of ‘taking a year out’ images of undergraduate students tend to come to mind, embarking on their gap years with ambitions to see the world, but never do we think of everybody else. In reality, there has been an increase in people becoming digital nomads in the last few years, choosing to pack up and move and work remotely while travelling or living abroad.

But that feeling of needing to explore and be somewhere new doesn’t go away even when you’re far into your career. Being a digital nomad is all good, but it’s pointless if you don’t like where your location. That’s why Australia has become a hotspot for people taking gap years and moving abroad, because of its high quality of life, warm climate and well-paid jobs.

Australia’s appeal to young people is its beaches, coffee culture, surfing and nightlife. Particularly for students it provides a chance for adventure in the open-late bars, strips of night clubs and easy access to transport. Students or graduates on a gap year will appreciate these features while living in Australia because accessibility to entertainment isn’t an issue, and entertainment options are diverse. Because Australia has an extensive arts scene, there are big music festivals and ones for performers and artists, so Australia’s value goes beyond the typical cities where young people can party.

However, the bars and nightclubs in Australia are not the only appeal for young people and tourists.

Australia has a booming casino industry in its cities. The appeal of Australia’s casinos is that many are open till the very late hours and double as hotels, so they offer more amenities and a unique blend of entertainment, dining and culture that someone not from the country may be interested in. Engaging with live casino games in Australia can give those not native to Australia an immersive and interesting gaming experience that they haven’t experienced before into the night.

Knowing about Australia’s entertainment options and nightlife can be good for those living and working abroad, or even if they’re considering it. It can give them a glimpse into Australia’s nightlife and leisure industry to see if the lifestyle and culture suit them, although moving and working Down Under has many benefits other than the nightclubs and bars!

The weather.

Australia’s hot weather, thanks to the Southern Hemisphere, is one of its biggest draws for tourists and people wanting to move there. The warm climate and the sun aren’t everywhere, though. For workers looking to chase the sun, the best weather in Australia is supposed to be in Perth, with it consistently being ranked as the “sunniest city” in the country, or so they say.

Either way, the weather is usually warmer than lots of places and you’re not likely to worry about putting on the heating or added bills. What a bonus!

The salary/wages.

For someone considering working abroad for a year salaries for minimum-wage jobs in Australia are higher than average. Although salaries will depend on the state you live in and the job, average Australian salary and wage breakdowns can be found online and can give you a comprehensive idea of what you could earn while working in Australia.

Quality of Life.

Quality of life may seem like a generic reason to move to Australia, but for someone looking for a positive change Australia offers that. Sunshine has been shown to boost mood and reduce anxiety as has going outside. In Australia, you can be outside year-round and enjoy the beaches, the sun and the cities because they are accessible through functional public transport systems.

Australia is also multicultural which can improve the quality of life through trying new foods meeting people from new backgrounds and broadening your circle. Even for work, Australia’s job market is in certain industries like healthcare and education.

But, if you need tips for working overseas one of the best we can give is to carefully consider the job you’re going to do before moving, even if you’re working in retail or customer service.

 Lots of variety on where to live.

Australia may not be the biggest country, but it does have lots of variety. If you move to Australia, you’ll likely consider living in the city. Australian cities offer many job opportunities but remote workers, can live by the beach, on the Gold Coast or in a quieter suburb if they want to live a simple life.

Having options can be beneficial because it can mean that people living abroad can choose somewhere in Australia that benefits their lifestyle and work.

For example, corporate workers may want to live somewhere like Sydney to be close to their office, whereas someone working a part-time job may opt to work by the beach or live there to work in customer service or retail.

Australia is an adaptable country and can offer a few lifestyle options for those considering to live abroad for a year and it can be viable to live there, even just for a year. All you can do is prepare and plan.