Where in the world are you?

[Skye]

Also, I have always been impressed by how well those in countries where English is not a primary language can speak English.

English was mandatory in most private schools where I lived. Granted, that doesn't mean you'll end up being fluent in English (in fact some of my friends sucked at it so much they can barely understand the word "Hello") but if you put a little effort into it you could become pretty decent at it.