Jacksonville, NC is a welcoming, affordable coastal city anchored by a large military community, with steady short-term housing availability, a growing downtown of restaurants and breweries, and abundant outdoor recreation (fishing, boating, trails)—great for travel therapists on multi-week contracts who want variety and convenience.
Nearby Wilmington and New Bern offer bigger arts, dining and medical amenities, and Emerald Isle provides classic North Carolina beaches for easy weekend escapes.