Living in Florianópolis

Cost of living is moderate — not cheap, but manageable on a decent remote income. Winter is essentially nonexistent — mild temperatures year-round. Bureaucracy is relatively foreigner-friendly — admin headaches are manageable. People are warm and social — strangers become friends faster than most places. There is genuine depth to explore beyond the obvious.

Perfect for surfers who want to combine Brazilian energy with island idyll and beach culture.

Lagoa da Conceição not Jurerê — cheaper bars, surfer community, closer to the best waves.