Imbituba, Brazil

With a population of just 30,942, this small port town is a far cry from the bustling metropolises that often draw expats to Brazil. The whaling heritage and rebuilt station-turned-museum offer a glimpse of the region's past, but the reality is a persistent bureaucratic headache as the government prioritizes modernizing the port over developing tourism infrastructure. While the nearby beaches and surfing events may appeal to some, those seeking a dynamic, cosmopolitan lifestyle would do better to look elsewhere.