Oh well, you've saved me a lot of time, money and effort, thanks! New Zealand it is then.

A very mixed bunch we are arn't we

Just goes to show that it you can take some of us out the UK and spread us all over the world, but when push comes to shove, home will always be the UK.

that everyone who wants to get back does.

And for those who end up staying, that they find peace and some joy with their new homes.

I feel a bit bad, I shall PM you!

I am in the South Island of New Zealand, currently have house on market and can't wait to get back to the UK. Been here 5 years!

I am in gulfport, MS. Going back to the uk Tuesday May 2nd after 25 years in the united states. It's a strange feeling. Suitcases packed and parked by my bed ready for the flight Tuesday afternoon!

Wanganui New Zealand since June 2011, arrived NZ February 2011. Wanganui is two and a half hours drive north west of Wellington. Well, it's a vast improvement from Christchurch !

I'm very excited for you

Ohh lucky you, good luck with it all. Maybe it will be my turn next, must keep thinking positive, those negative thoughts keep arguing in my head and I have to keep telling em to sit down and shut up!!!

Ooh how exciting!!!! Have a safe flight and keep us all updated once you've settled in. Good luck!

I hear you! I had a bad few days, teddy went out the pram, I had a bloody good cry and I felt very sorry for myself. However after I put up a thread on here I got some lovely, kind, positive replies and it got me through. Keep telling those negative thoughts to bugger off!!!!

Have a safe trip and let us know how you're doing after so long in the US!

I'm just outside Hollywood in Los Angeles. Been in the US 15 years (10 years in LA and 5 years in NYC) Was planning on moving back to the UK next May however we've brought the move date up and are HOPING to be back by August this year!!!!

Just getting the house ready to put on the market. Very stressful!!

I'd seriously check out this place before coming - you just might be in for a surprise - like most of us

Well, I've been on holiday there and have known several Kiwis over the years. They don't seem feral.

I'm in Georgia, USA- going home in September 2012!

I am in South Australia ...been here 56 years. Have travelled all over Australia,, lived in most places except Darwin !!!!