Portage is a comfortable, walkable base with abundant parks, miles of trails along Portage Creek, lakeside green space and a solid retail and dining scene—perfect for travel therapists who want varied weekend options and safe, livable neighborhoods during multi‑week stays.
Neighboring Kalamazoo offers college‑town nightlife, museums (including the Air Zoo) and a lively restaurant scene just minutes away, while Grand Rapids—about 57 miles—adds big‑city arts, breweries and weekend‑getaway options.