Viçosa do Ceará, Brazil

With a population of just 40,865, this remote corner of northeastern Brazil is a far cry from the glitz and glamor of Rio. The municipality contains part of a massive environmental protection area, but that's about the only upside - the relentless bureaucracy and bureaucratic headaches are a persistent hassle for residents. The climate is also brutally hot and arid, not exactly ideal for those seeking an easy, comfortable life abroad. Unless you're an eco-tourist with a high tolerance for red tape, Viçosa do Ceará is probably not the place for you.