I was hesitant to come to Aesry due to the very long boat ride (30-45 minutes I believe) but once I got into Snow Gobbies it's been great.
If you're new to the islands (like I am) I also recommend Kraelyst's travel script (http://www.lurksponge.com/travel/aesry.html)
One of the great things about the goblins is that I should be able to train up through tier 3 goblins which will prepare me to go back to Lang trolls/small peccs, or something else on the island.
For reference, I'm a 34th barb dancing badger (without dance I get hit)
I lock skinning and shield and get the rest of my combats in the upper (20s/34) before I need to head back to town to sell my bundle and gems and general healing (though herbs work great while out in combat).
Shield Usage: | 143 | Leather Armor: | 164 | |
Parry Ability: | 165 | Multi Opponent: | 153 | |
Heavy Edged: | 167 | Twohanded Edged: | 167 | |
Evasion: | 150 | Climbing: | 83 | |
Skinning: | 106 | Appraisal: | 150 |