Fort Collins is a lively, outdoors-forward college city with a charming, walkable Old Town, dozens of craft breweries, year‑round live music, abundant bike and river trails, and easy access to nearby foothills—perfect for engaging multi‑week assignments that feel more like a mini-residency than a stint.
For bigger-city options and weekend variety, Denver (~65 miles) and Boulder (~50 miles) are within easy reach for major sports, airports, diverse dining and cultural events.