Fargo is a lively, affordable Midwestern hub with a growing food and coffee scene, craft breweries, year‑round cultural events (theatre, galleries, a film festival) and a major university (NDSU) that keeps life active—perfect for 2–12 week travel assignments when you want more than a hotel room. Miles of riverfront trails, parks and a strong healthcare community make it easy to build a routine, meet people and enjoy time off.
Nearby Moorhead, MN sits just across the Red River with extra restaurants and arts, and Jamestown is about an hour away for weekend exploring.