Alhaurin el Grande, Spain

The population of Alhaurin el Grande sits at 27,552, but a significant chunk of that is foreign residents - around 5% of the total. While the town enjoys a "benign climate of mild winters and hot summers," the bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with recent large-scale building projects under investigation for corruption. Overall, this sleepy inland town is best suited for retirees seeking a quieter pace of life, away from the crowds of the Costa del Sol.