By Susan Keller

June 7, 2022

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10 Unusual Places to Visit In Eastern America While Travel Nursing

If you’re a travel nurse, you visit lots of different places. Hopefully, you have time for some sightseeing once in a while. Here are some unusual places that you can visit when working in Eastern America. To save your time we made this list of unusual places that you need to see.

Cincinnati’s Abandoned Subway, Ohio

The largest abandoned subway tunnel in the US is something that you shouldn’t miss. This will be an amazing experience that will leave you breathless. This is a tunnel without any tracks since construction was never finished. It stopped in the 1920s, but the tunnel is still standing. The upper part of the construction is taken down so highways can be made, but they didn’t remove a tunnel.

Museum of Bad Art, Boston, Massachusetts

Somerville Theater in Davis Square hides the Museum of Bad Art in its basement. This amazing place with unique energy is a must to visit when in Boston. This museum keeps all forms of bad art, making it the only museum in a world that does that.

The collection includes the works of talented artists that have gone wrong, as well as the art of talentless authors. This museum will make you question the verification of art and who decides what is good and what is bad art.

Mermaids of Weeki Wachee, Weeki Wachee, Florida

Mermaids aren’t reserved just for grownups. Everyone likes these amazing creatures, so visiting Weeki Wachee is a perfect chance to see beautiful mermaids. Every day, you can see a live show of mermaids with glass displays for an underwater experience. The auditorium can take 400 visitors at once. You can also try boat rides and swimming in the springs in this park.

Mapparium, Boston, Massachusetts

If you choose to visit Mapparium, you won’t regret it. This library was founded in 1935. and it has lots of rare books. Most famous is, of course, the big glass globe, appointed in the library. You can step in this 30 feet wide globe made of glass that depicts the world. It contains over 600 color-stained panels that provide amazing acoustics.

World’s Largest Chest of Drawers, High Point, North Carolina

When visiting High Point, North Carolina, you definitely need to see the World’s largest chest of drawers. It has two socks hanging from the drawer, which gives it a realistic look that you won’t forget. Make sure that you don’t just look at it from your card, since it’s on a roadside, but get out and stand in front of it. It’s 36 feet tall, and the socks are 6 feet tall. Amazing right? It’s unusual and very interesting, but why drawer with socks in a giant size?

Well, this attraction is placed near furniture stores area, so it definitely carries a message. Don’t miss out on this great experience!

World’s Largest Toilet, Columbus, Indiana

It may be in the kids’ museum, but this is something you need to see. Presented in the Explora House in Kids Commons world’s largest toilet, will have you shocked. This museum has many interactive exhibitions that you can visit. Kids can even climb through pipes and walls. Actually, this big toilet is a slide that goes through all house pipes.

Even adults can sit inside comfortably, so you need to visit this attraction. And don’t forget to take pictures!

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, Pennsylvania

This magical place is designed and made by Isaiah Zagar. It is 3,000 square feet of mosaics made of different objects and trash. You can also enjoy educational tours, performances, and mosaic workshops if you want to try and learn something new.

Savannah Historic District, Georgia

If you need a combination of art, theater, concerts, culture, good food, coffee, and festivals, you need to visit Savannah Historic District. You will see beautiful streets, manicured gardens, and parks with silvery Spanish Moss. It has entertainment programs for all ages so you can’t make a mistake with this one.

Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts

When you find yourself in the south of Massachusetts, this is a great place to visit and enjoy the colonial style.

Watkins Glen State Park, New York

Adventure awaits in this wonderful waterfalls and gorges place. Its natural beauty will leave you completely inspired and relaxed.

If you’re up for some fishing as a way to relax, check out these solid fishing kayaks.

We hope you found this article on 10 unusual places to visit in Eastern America while travel nursing enjoyable and helpful. Are there any unusual places to visit in Eastern America that you think should have made this list? Comment them below.

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By Medical Solutions

April 8, 2019

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Spectacular Spring Locations for Travel Nurses

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Spring is finally here! That means it’s time to shake off winter, embrace the sunny weather, and check out these fresh Travel Nurse Spring job opportunities. For your reading pleasure, we’ve put together the following 7 Spectacular Travel Nurse Spring Locations.

Georgia

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Georgia’s on our mind year-round, but especially in the spring! With blooming flowers everywhere and delightful daily temperatures, it’s easy to  imagine the Peach State invented spring. The season here is full of festivals, like the annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival and the famous International Cherry Festival. Even better, spring is prime berry-picking time in Georgia. Across the state, there are several farms where you can pick your own bushel of fresh strawberries or blueberries. As for job opportunities, Georgia is home to more than 175 hospitals, so Travel Nurses are sure to find an assignment they love! Georgia is a compact and a NURSYS state. Check out our Georgia State Spotlight to learn more about The Peach State.

California

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California really is the state that has it all. With its amazing beaches, impressive mountains, and famous cities, it’s no secret that Cali is a favorite assignment location among Travel Nurses. Plus, thanks to strict staffing laws here, the Golden State also has plenty of Travel Nurse job opportunities. From surfing, hiking, and skiing, to sightseeing, shopping, and wine-tasting, there’s so much to see and do here that your only problem will be deciding what to do first! Check out our California State Spotlight to learn more about The Golden State.

New York

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Who doesn’t love New York in the spring? In particular, New York City just blossoms this time of year with flower festivals, film festivals, and even Shakespeare festivals. However, if outdoor festivals aren’t your thing, New York offers a wide range of famously diverse experiences. Plus, the Empire State is a great place to gain tons of clinical experience in your Travel Nursing career! New York is not a walk-through state, nor is it a compact state, but it is a NURSYS state!  Learn more about this great state in our New York State Spotlight.

Arizona

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If you’re ever going to travel to Arizona, spring is the time to do it! Why? Well, it’s Spring Training for starters, which means you can follow your favorite baseball team as they gear up for the season. Not a huge sports fan? No problem! Arizona also offers serene desert views (hello, Grand Canyon), hiking trails, and glamping experiences galore in the spring. It’s also the perfect time to relax by the poolside and enjoy the amazing local food here! Even better, Travel Nurse jobs are plentiful in Arizona due to a high elderly population. Just an FYI — Arizona is a walk-through state, a NURSYS state, and a compact state under the new Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact! Learn more about The Grand Canyon State with our Arizona State Spotlight. All of this making Arizona one of the top spring locations.

Massachusetts

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The Bay State is also an awesome spring location. That’s because spring is the perfect time of year to go whale-watching and Massachusetts is one of the top 10 whale-watching spots in the world. For rock-climbing and trail-hiking enthusiasts, there are also plenty of beautiful state parks to explore here. The city of Boston is also full of historical tours and world-class dining experiences. Learn more about The Bay State in our Massachusetts State Spotlight.

Virginia

Spectacular Spring Locations for Travel Nurses

Virginia may be for lovers, but it’s also the state for Travel Nurses! As America’s birthplace, Virginia is full of fun, historic sites like Mount Vernon, the Jamestown Settlement, and the colonial village of Williamsburg. Other must-see spring attractions include theme parks like Busch Gardens and Kings Dominion near Richmond. Nature lovers can also embrace the spring season here by visiting several of Virginia’s state parks, which have been consistently voted “America’s Best.” Virginia is a compact state and a NURSYS state. It is not a walk-through state. Check out our Virginia State Spotlight to learn more about this great state.

Missouri

Spectacular Spring Locations for Travel Nurses

This spring location guide wouldn’t be complete without the Show-Me State. Missouri is a sight to behold in the spring and there’s always something going on here. Popular spring attractions include the Lake of the Ozarks, the Hermann Wine Trails, Missouri Botanical Gardens, and Dogwood Canyon Nature Park. Plus, there’s always something to see and do in Kansas City, Missouri or St. Louis! As for licensing, Missouri is a walk-through state, a compact state, and a NURSYS state! Learn more about The Show-Me State in our Missouri State Spotlight.  

We hope you found these great spring locations for travel nurse assignments helpful. Did we miss any locations you think should be included? Comment them below.


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By The Gypsy Nurse

November 24, 2013

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Free Things to do in New York City

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Ever wonder what to do in New York City? You can find fun, inexpensive and free things to do in New York City. Are you a beer drinker?  How about a Free Brewery tour? Explore a different neighborhood with a city walking tour of SOHO, Little Italy, The Brooklyn Bridge, or a  Staten Island Ferry ride. Yes still FREE and much more…..

There is so much to do in NYC, and it can be expensive. Save your wallet and check out these free things to do. There is something for every interest.

Find Free Things to do in New York City

Museums

There are many museums in NYC that offer free admission. If history is your jam, check them out and take advantage of these free visits. Some of these are always free and others have special FREE days. Check the website for details.

Free Walking Tours

Plan your time off by exploring one of these free walking tours. There are some interesting places that you can explore in New York City for free. Be aware, some of these require pre-registration so plan ahead for those days off.

Get Outdoors

If you’re lucky enough to be in New York City during warmer weather, take advantage and get outdoors. These places and activities offer free admission or free days to enjoy the great outdoors.

Websites to Check

See what sounds fun to you.  Find another traveler and get on your walking shoes! GO EXPLORE!!!  No matter where you are!

Have you been to NYC? If you’ve visited any of these free things to do in New York City, let us know how you enjoyed them in the comments. Do you know of activities that we don’t have listed? Share them in the Comments below.

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