My mental health should not be an issue for my situation. They have the doctors and the medications I need there too.



Taking things a step further, such as laws, is an interesting thought. Even then I would pick Israel.

Jeanette Isabelle

I would probably consider moving to northern Perthshire, somewhere around the Loch of the Lowes or Dunkeld, although the county of Angus next to Perthshire does have some nice Glens. The North of the Kingdom of Fife around Falkland and Newburgh is a little too quiet though.

Having traveled far and wide, I have found the ideal place for me. Alaska meets my criteria for individual freedoms, lack of poisonous/dangerous vermin, abundant resources, favorable weather, and minimal population. Anchorage was a bit crowded for me, but where I am now is about as good as it gets. Sure, the state govt has it's personally undesirable slants, but fortunately they don't affect me significantly yet. Time will tell, as it did in Washington.

I could go for Queensland AU, except for the snakes and spiders, and the 45%+ income tax rate. The area around Reno NV would be good, except for the proximity to California and the overflow of their influence in the area. Walla Walla was pretty nice, but again, the political philosophy of the area is wanting, and they too have snakes and spiders I've had run-ins with.

Europe, Asia, and Africa are far too inhospitable, both politically and naturally, for my tastes. Europe feels sort of used up and gentrified. Asia is just too crowded and overgrown, and Africa is just plain hostile. Parts of South America would work I suppose, but I have no real experience to contemplate.

I am happy with where I am for the moment. I don't need any panacea remedies or qualifiers to enjoy life here, so until the big one hits, this is as good as it gets in my humble opinion. I could make a list, and even started one on this thread. But not so sure it is a good idea to advertise what I don't want to share.

I agree completely with Big Ben on Africa and Europe!

I think Alaska would be awesome if we're talking the parts off of the Ring of Fire and out of the tsunami zone. But I have not yet had a chance to visit the state.

Best to build traps for them, just in case.

Hmm, I can't really think of all that many inhospitable places in Europe. And Asia being crowded... Heck, Mongolia and Siberia would be just about perfect for anyone trying to get away from civilization. But anyway, to each his own.

As cliche as it may sound, Provence may be closer to the ideal place than anywhere else I've been so far. Or Portugal, the countryside is fantastic. Beautiful nature, pretty relaxed and easygoing (in a good way) all around. Maybe not the ultimate choice for a gun nut. Then again, not the kind of place where you'd need a gun for anything other than personal amusement.

My mind freezes at the "current restrictions removed" clause.

What does that mean?

No earthquakes, floods, volcanos, diseases, tornadoes, nosy neighbors, intrusive governments, predatory animals, venomous pests?

Realistically, it is very unlikely that there is an"ideal" place to live,with no negative features...

I, too, am a fan of central Arizona. living for about three years in Globe, a small community which is rather insular and provincial - still, good folks. But weather extremes and EQ possibilities exist there. Where precisely in central AZ do you not have these conditions - Prescott?

Mars. A well funded, long term NASA settlement on Mars