Our final stop on our Alaskan adventure was Ketchikan, where my friend, Krystal, was currently on assignment as a travel nurse. Ketchikan, Alaska, is a coastal town located in the southeastern part of the state. Known as the “Salmon Capital of the World,” and often referred to as the “First City,” Ketchikan offers a unique […]
Anchorage, among the three Alaskan cities we explored, fell to the bottom of my favorites list. However, this is primarily because I’m not particularly fond of larger cities, and Anchorage, with its population of around 290,000 in 2021, was significantly bigger than the charming towns of Fairbanks and Ketchikan, and my preference is a population
Chena Hot Springs is a worthwhile day trip from Fairbanks. We were packing it all in, so we went snowshoeing before heading out to Chena, but if you have the whole day, do it. At 60 miles away over snow-covered roads and remote terrain, it’s not a short drive (1.5-2hrs), and it’s also not a
I have to say, I absolutely adore Fairbanks! It strikes the perfect balance between offering plenty to do without the overwhelming hustle and bustle of a big city, which suits me just fine. Our three days in Fairbanks and its surroundings were an absolute delight, despite the bone-chilling cold – and trust me, we were
The coolest thing I did in Anchorage was a Matanuska Glacier hike. Why? Because ice is cool. I mean really cool. Alaska, the Last Frontier, has some of the most breathtaking wonders in the world, and Matanuska Glacier is no exception. Nestled in the heart of the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, this colossal ice formation promises a
Six months in Barrow, Alaska, was an incredible opportunity that exposed me to a world quite different from what I had known. Beyond its reputation for some of the world’s harshest environmental conditions, there are several unique aspects of life in Barrow that caught me by surprise, given my previous experiences. Let me take a
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Finding the right travel nursing recruiter can be a bit like trying to catch a firefly in the dark – you’re not quite sure where to start, but you know you want that special glow. Choosing the right recruiter for you is crucial for a successful travel nursing career. My approach to choosing a recruiter
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Klamath Falls, Oregon, is situated in the southern part of the state, just 17 miles from the California border. Its history dates back to 1865 when George Nurse founded it under the name Linkville; its name was changed to Klamath Falls in 1893. The origin of Linkville’s name can be traced to the Link River
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Utquiagvik, once known as Barrow, stands as the northernmost village on the North Slope of Alaska and proudly holds the title of the northernmost city in the United States. In 2016, it reclaimed its Inupiat name, a nod to its heritage, although many locals and visitors still affectionately call it Barrow. As of 2022, the
Barrow is a small but mighty town. Many people say there isn’t much to do here, but I was never bored. Ever. I was in Barrow for six months, from January to mid-July. I can really only speak to visiting during this part of the year; however, I think visiting Barrow anytime would be an
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