Kuummiut, Greenland

Living in Kuummiut is no easy feat. The population has dwindled by over a quarter since 1990, now standing at just 262 residents. This remote outpost on the Ammassalik Fjord is not for the faint of heart - the nearest town, Tasiilaq, is a 40 km trek away. And with bureaucracy being a persistent headache, those seeking a seamless transition to small-town Greenland life may want to temper their expectations.

While the settlement is served by a local heliport, the isolation and harsh climate are realities that any prospective Kuummiut resident must grapple with. This is a place for the rugged individualist, the nature lover willing to embrace the remoteness. For everyone else, the journey may prove too daunting.