Oak Creek is a friendly, safe Lake Michigan suburb just south of Milwaukee with walkable neighborhoods, parks, lakefront access, a growing restaurant and brewery scene, bike trails and easy access to Mitchell International Airport — great for travel therapists who want comfortable, active multi-week stays that feel lively rather than isolated.
Major-city perks are minutes away: Milwaukee (≈10 miles) offers museums, festivals, pro sports and nightlife, and Racine (≈15–20 miles) adds more lakefront attractions, giving easy weekend options.