Having some adrenaline thrilled adventure is always a fun idea on a travel assignment. Whether you prefer the sun, surf, snow, desert or mountains we have you covered with numerous great ideas. Check out our list below for the top 15 cities for travel therapists who like adventure and some great weekend ideas on how to add a little excitement to your travel assignment.
Top 15 Cities For Travel Therapists Who Like Adventure
- Seattle, Washington. Topping off our list of the top 15 cities for travel therapists who like adventure is Seattle. Seattle is the ideal adventure location with numerous mountains, water, evergreen forests and ample parkland space. Start by indulging in are trail running in the Issaquah Alps. From there, mountain biking down Duthie Hill. Finally, enjoy water activities by kayaking in Lake Washington and stand up paddle boarding in Alki beach. Don’t forget to catch some fish and fresh salmon while sailing around Puget Sound!
- San Diego, California. With almost perfect weather all year round, San Diego is the ultimate adventure destination. Why not go boating on the bay or explore the La Jolla water caves? Better yet, take a surfing lesson or hike the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. There’s no doubt that the beautiful San Diego won’t disappoint the adventure-minded traveler. If you’re a travel nurse in California, San Diego will have to be on your list of places to check out.
- Austin, Texas. Austin sits serenely on Lady Bird Lake and is proud to be the fasted growing large city in the United States. The opportunities for adventure related activities our endless in Austin. Enjoy Lady Bird Lake by kayaking or sand up paddle boarding or explore the 640-acre McKinney Falls Sate Park. For the extreme adventure thrilled traveler, the Texas Skydiving Center provides you the exhilarating experience of jumping out of an airplane. One visit and you will see why Austin is high on our list of the top 15 cities for travel therapists and travel nurses in Texas who like an adventure.
- Anchorage, Alaska. Anchorage lies adjacent to the Chucagh State Park, making it a great getaway for travelers who like the wilderness and mountains. To just name a few of the many activities you can indulge in here are exploring the glaciers, catching some local salmon, whale watching, gold mining, and even spying on some nearby bears and moose! If you like to explore the great outdoors, check out travel nursing Alaska jobs available and call one of our professional recruiters.
- Salt Lake City, Utah. Salt Lake City is the ultimate adventure destination with the Great Salt Lake and the Wasatch Mountain Range nearby. These amazing sites provide numerous exploration activities. Park City, Snowbird, Solitude, and Eldora are some of the many skiing and snowboarding mountains within driving distance. If you are on assignment in or around Salt Lake City, these mountains offer world class skiing and are not to be missed!
- Boulder, Colorado. At the foothill of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder offers a diverse selection of outdoor activates. Enjoy hiking, skiing, biking, kayaking and much more. You can take a day trip to Mount Sanitas with moderate to strenuous trails or enjoy the Boulder Falls located on Boulder Canyon. In the summer months, the hot air balloon flights are a must for the travelers not scared of heights.
- Tucson, Arizona. Multiple mountain ranges and baron hot deserts with cacti around every corner surround Tucson. Enjoy the warmth of Tucson with hiking the 91,327-acre Saguaro National Park or jog around the Rillito River Park. In addition, roaming through the Tohono Chul Park is the perfect afternoon activity with a variety of botanical gardens and flora to wander through.
- Honolulu, Hawaii. Honolulu is the capital of Hawaii and offers a multitude of different activities for the adventure-seeking traveler. Check out the iconic Crescent Beach or hike through the volcanic Diamond Head Crater. Other activities include scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing and surfing to just name a few!
- Portland, Oregon. Ranking ninth on our list of the top 15 cities for travel therapists who like adventure, Portland is known for its numerous green parks, expansive bicycle paths, and glorious bridges. The eco-friendly city is home to the Willamette and Colombia river as well as Mount Hood. Portland offers year around excitement with skiing and snowboarding in the winter and hiking, kayaking, and swimming in the summer.
- Hilton Head, South Carolina. Clear Atlantic blue water and stretches of white sand beaches rank Hilton Head as number ten on our list. With the island being only twelve miles long, you can bike everywhere and discover the hidden spots you would miss otherwise. Aside from the expansive beaches and bike paths, Hilton Head is known for it’s excellent golf courses.
- Boise, Idaho. Tree lined parks and trails encompass Boise, the capital city of Idaho. Take a morning run down the Boise River or better yet, you can even float down the river! In the summer months, grab a raft or tube and float down the river, passing by miles of parks and gardens. In the winter, take a new friend snowmobiling or skiing to experience some extreme winter wonderland scenery.
- Moab, Utah. Massive Red Rock formations populate most of Moab, making it the ideal extreme rock climbing spot. Indian Creek, Arches National Park, and Canyonlands National Park offer camping, hiking and for the serious adventure seekers; vertical rock climbing. Perhaps you are looking to experience Moab a different way. If so, you can take a 4×4 tour that will show you limitless extreme turns. You will plow through desert rocks and climbing sand dunes. Moab is also conveniently located only an hour and forty minute drive from Grand Junction, Colorado and fifty miles north of Green River, Utah.
- Minneapolis, Minnesota. Minneapolis neighbors its twin city of St. Paul, and is bisected with the Mississippi River. Jog around the Chain of Lakes or take a scenic bike ride around the Grand Rounds Byway. Don’t forget about the Superior Hiking trail. In the summer you can backpack and camp. During the winter indulge in snowshoeing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.
- Valdez, Alaska. Valdez is a quaint, small town in Alaska. However, the doesn’t mean it won’t provide you with an exhilarating weekend getaway. Want to kayak to a glacier? Explore icebergs and hike into a glacier cave? Valdez provides the most extreme activities for the adventure-minded traveler.
- Asheville, North Carolina. Ashville sits peacefully in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains where it’s well known for its waterfalls and National Parks. The Dupont State Recreational Forest is a great place to start. Enjoy 10,000 acres to picnic, horseback ride, bike, and hike while exploring untouched waterfalls and intense greenery. See the stunning Chimmey Rock Park and discover 75 miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains with a 404-foot waterfall!
Hopefully this article opened your eyes for more cities to visit as a travel nurse. If you enjoyed this article of our top 15 cities for travel therapists who like adventure let your recruiter know.
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