El Paso is an affordable, sunny, walkable hub with vibrant Borderland culture, excellent Tex‑Mex food, museums, live music and easy outdoor access (Franklin Mountains) — ideal for travel therapists wanting varied weekdays and active weekends, plus a growing medical scene and typically short commutes.
Nearby Las Cruces (~45 miles) adds more dining, arts and desert scenery, and Ciudad Juárez just across the border offers a bustling urban life and markets, giving plenty of options for days off.