Van Buren is a charming, walkable river town with a historic downtown, affordable living, friendly locals and quick access to hiking, biking and paddling in the nearby Ozark foothills—ideal for a travel therapist looking for a comfortable, interesting multi‑week stay.
You’re minutes from Fort Smith’s larger hospitals, dining and nightlife, and within about an hour of Fayetteville and Bentonville for college-town energy, breweries, live music, trails and museums, so weekends stay varied and fun.