​Some of the top cities in the nation today in need of travel nurses and professional healthcare travelers are places I'm sure many of us have dreamed of visiting. Maybe it's time to start at an adventure at one of these many beautiful areas in our country.

Maui, Hawaii – who doesn't want to go to Hawaii? The competition may be a little steeper for this area because I'm sure most travelers would love to live here for a little more time than the normal vacation. Ah, the great perks of being a travel nurse.

Burbank, California – beautiful sunny Southern California, the home of DisneyLand and many television and film studios in the heart of the entertainment industry. Some of the highest salaries in the country can be found in this area as well as the beautiful California weather.

Anchorage, Alaska – Alaska's largest hospital, the Providence Alaska Medical Center, is located here and the stunning natural beauty of this northern state are not to be missed. Many great adventures await the traveler in Alaska.

Tucson, Arizona – How about some dry, desert life for a change? Lots of stunning natural surroundings and a great music and food scene can be found in Tucson, AZ.

Denver, Colorado – Winter sports would be a major highlight if you take a travel assignment in the Denver area. The mile high city is home to many breathtaking natural wonders as well.

Las Vegas, Nevada – Always so much to do in Vegas and you know, what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. Lots of major medical facilities make their homes here and Las Vegas is also surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery just outside the city in all directions.

New York, New York – The Big Apple. A travel assignment in New York City would be a great way to get to see all the sights this magnificent city has to offer. Museums, culture, diversity and maybe even a show on or off Broadway if you like that sort of thing.

San Francisco, California – Another beautiful market in California is San Francisco and the surrounding area. Many major facilities abound and of course plenty of adventures await. Silicon Valley is closeby so there is always the excitement of constant technological innovation in the medical field as well.

The possibilities really are endless. It only takes your imagination and some proper guidance and planning to get that perfect travel assignment you've always dreamed of. Click here to fill out our Request for More Information and we'll get you in touch with some of the top agencies in the country to start your adventure soon!

Mary Crawford, HealthCare Employment Network