Majuro, Marshall Islands

Capital City

At just 30,000 residents, Majuro is a tiny capital with the challenges of a much larger city. The service-driven economy provides limited opportunities, while the 3,200mm of annual rainfall and ever-present threat of drought make daily life a persistent headache. Majuro's lagoon may be a bustling tuna port, but the bureaucracy and lack of infrastructure are a major trade-off for those considering a move.

This remote Pacific outpost is best suited for hardy expats able to navigate the red tape and adapt to the island's unpredictable climate - those seeking an easy tropical lifestyle should look elsewhere.