Lancaster is a sunny high‑desert base with an affordable, walkable downtown, a growing arts and brewery scene, easy outdoor access (hiking, mountain biking, Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve) and predictable schedules—great for multi‑week travel therapists who want a relaxed, scenic place with cafés, markets and low traffic.
Palmdale is adjacent for extra amenities, and Santa Clarita (about 40 miles) offers Six Flags, bigger shopping and theater options for weekend escapes.