I'd definitely say if you haven't got yourself fully tied down with families and dogs and stuff, there's no reason not to, but at the same time I would certainly not advise China for numerous reasons, though your friends are there I guess.

I live here too of course but only because I established my life before knowing what i know now... so I discourage anybody visiting or moving here!

As for the cliff hanger... heh. I'm not sure that I'll continue it either =P