Travel Nurse Assignments: Live Like a Local – Anchorage, AK!
Welcome to Anchorage, AK! Anchorage is Alaska’s most populous city, with almost 300,000 residents. A travel nurse contract in Anchorage means the best city conveniences and breath-taking views of nature. Just a few hours south, you’ll find Denali National Park, and a few hours north, you’ll hit Kenai Fjords National Park, and the list has only just begun!
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Outdoor Activities Await
Alaska has almost 60 million acres of unspoiled wilderness, and Anchorage is the perfect launching point for your outdoor adventures. Of the eight national parks within Alaska’s borders, Anchorage is between two of the most popular: Denali and Kenai Fjords. Denali is situated around Mt. Denali, the tallest mountain in North America, and boasts miles of hiking trails and endless wildlife viewing opportunities. Responsible off-trail hiking is encouraged, and it’s a great way to immerse yourself in the Alaskan bush.
Kenai Fjords National Park preserves and showcases Alaska’s stunning natural glaciers. Today, nearly 51% of the park is covered in glaciers, which are constantly changing the landscape. The majority of the park is only accessible by boat, and the best way to see the park is by taking a boat tour through the fjords. The tours run daily in the summer and are a great way to learn more about how the park was formed. The boat tour is also great for viewing whales, seabirds, and other marine mammals, which all call the park home.
City of Anchorage
Are you not feeling up for a hiking expedition? Or are you just looking to stay in the city? Don’t worry. There’s still plenty to do in Anchorage. For a good introduction to the city, start with a city tour, complete with Alaskan Smoked Salmon and Reindeer Sausage to taste! The Alaskan Wildlife Conservation Center is a nature preserve that allows visitors to see several of Alaska’s native animals. Learn about brown bears, wood bison, muskox, wolverines, and more as you walk along a 1.5-mile interpretive loop.
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Furthermore, there are several sites close to Anchorage that are worth exploring between your nursing shifts. The Flattop Mountain Trail is a great spot for hiking just outside the city or take the scenic Alaskan Railroad from Anchorage to Fairbanks for a fun excursion. In addition, Anchorage is the start of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race, and if you’re lucky enough to be in Anchorage in March, you can see the dogs off at the starting line on Fourth Avenue downtown.
Food and Drink
When you think of Alaskan cuisine, seafood is probably one of the first things that comes to mind. There are several restaurants in Anchorage where you can get authentic seafood, including the Glacier Brewhouse, which specializes in fish and chips and fresh crab legs! Or, try Campobello Bistro, known for their seafood pasta dishes! Are you looking for quick comfort food? Stop by the Alaska Sausage and Seafood Market for delicious smoked salmon and reindeer sausage. If seafood isn’t your thing, you can’t go wrong with Darwin’s Theory, revered as one of the best dive bars in Anchorage. On the topic of drinks, if you haven’t tried mead or have tried it and love it, definitely give the Two Season Meadery a visit!
Alaska is a beautiful place to call home, regardless of whether your travel nurse assignment is short-term or if you’re planning to extend your contract and stay a bit longer. One of the benefits of working with Axis Medical Staffing is the freedom to explore new cities and meet new people. Contact us today if this sounds like the perfect job for you!
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