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Packing for a travel healthcare assignment can be both exciting and challenging. With each new location comes the opportunity for adventure, but ensuring you have everything you need is key to a smooth transition. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or heading out on your first assignment, here are some essential do’s and don’ts to keep in mind when packing.

Living in this digital era, it’s not often we find ourselves without a tiny computer in our pocket, but are you making the most of your smartphone as a traveler? Living life on the road can be overwhelming and stressful at times, which is why we curated a list of five free smartphone apps that will help make your transition to new assignments as smooth as possible! Stay organized so that you can focus on what really matters – providing quality care to your clients or patients.

As a travel therapist, the thrill of exploring new cities and experiencing diverse cultures is part of the job's allure. But whether you’re on a short vacation or settling into a temporary home without a car, navigating public transportation in an unfamiliar city can be daunting. But, with a little preparation and some insider tips, you’ll be navigating like a local in no time.

One of our favorite recommendations for how to make a new city feel like home when you move for an assignment, is by taking a group class that interests you! These classes are a terrific way to test your talent (or patience) while meeting people in your area. Each city will have a different selection of classes you can take, we recommend looking at Facebook Events or Groupon to find local classes that interest you, or you can check out one of these staple classes:

Travel therapy means diving headfirst into different environments and cultures, and it can seriously level up your personal growth and toughness. The hurdles and happenings you encounter as a traveling therapist can change your personal development game, helping you understand the world and your place in it a lot better. One incredible aspect about travel therapy is that it introduces you to fresh perspectives and ways of thinking. Trying to find your way around strange places and mix with different cultures builds your adaptability and makes you better at handling change. This kind of toughness helps you deal with problems and unexpected situations like a pro.