Puerto Berrío, Colombia

With a population of just 39,314, Puerto Berrío is a sleepy, provincial town that offers little more than a connection to Colombia's railroads and rivers. The economy revolves around basic agricultural goods like cacao and bananas, as well as informal commerce - hardly the vibrant, cosmopolitan lifestyle many expats dream of. And while the town boasts a quaint historic hotel and natural scenery, the persistent bureaucratic headaches of navigating the local government are a constant irritant. Unless you're content with a slower pace of life and don't mind the occasional power outage, Puerto Berrío is best suited for retirees or those already deeply embedded in the region's economy.