africa
in the 90's i went to Kenya to fly a twotter for Air Serv International.
the next year flew one for Air Seychelles.
even today when i am in my business jet and my FO is retired airline and the talk comes round to previous lifes i always fondly bring up my Africa time.
sounds like you made your decision and i am sure its best for you, i always took the road less traveled.
cheers