Im in the same boat...considering coming to work in Asia...but in my observations, there is a trade off. To put is basically..you get a bit extra cash in pocket working in Hong Kong/asia, and you get your house allowance and pension up front, whereas you work harder and have less control overy your roster and have to live in a tower with a damned elevator. N America, a bit less cash in pocket, but way nicer roster and way better time off, way more affordable recreation, and pension at the end..not to mention not having to live in a condo for your whole life. I think the latter is better personally.