Assignment Spotlights

Charles Dickens once said about Cheltenham "that rarely have I seen such a place that so attracted my fancy." You'll share his enthusiasm after a stay in the world-class spa town that has gorgeous scenery, delightful parks and marvelous Regency architecture. As you'd expect from a city famous for attracting the creme de la creme for more than 150 years, Cheltenham boasts a never-ending series of festivals covering every possible interest, from the Festival of Music and the Literature Festival to the National Hunt Festival. Cheltenham is conveniently located so you can explore nearby locations like Wales, Cardiff, Bath, Oxford and Cambridge. It is also about two hours from the heart of London.

Another city rich in culture, Glasgow has a fun and bustling nightlife cheek by jowl with some of the most gorgeous countryside in the world. You can explore the endless terrific shopping in boutiques and stores during the day and raise a glass with friends through the night. Or you can cycle, run or walk through numerous breathtaking gardens, parks and quiet trails. Along with world-class architecture both ancient and modern, Glasgow has a teeming arts community, as well as popular sites like the Botanical Gardens, the People’s Palace, the Glasgow Cathedral and the Tall Ship at Glasgow Harbour (a glimpse into the cramped life on board a sailing vessel will make you appreciate the upscale housing Continental Travelnurse insists on all the more). Glasgow is also conveniently located so you can explore nearby locations like the Orkney Islands, Leeds and the Yorkshire Dales.

The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh is easily one of the finest modern hospitals in Europe, fitting since it is located in one of the UK’s most winning cities. Fifteenth century buildings, Georgian mansions and soaring castles perched atop an extinct volcano make a wonderful setting for this sophisticated, vibrant scene. Active people appreciate that Edinburgh is very bicycle and pedestrian friendly with golf of course a prime attraction at the world famous St. Andrews. Fans of the arts can feast on the renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival (a launching pad for countless acclaimed plays, musicals and comics) and numerous premiere galleries like the Royal Museum of Scotland. Those who prefer to socialize can rest assured that the New Year's Eve celebration Hogmanay rivals Mardi Gras in New Orleans and Carnival in Brazil. As with all our assignments, Edinburgh is also conveniently located so you can explore nearby locations like teh Orkney Islands, Leeds and Yorkshire Dales.

The City of Dreaming Spires, Oxford is a city with a rich, fascinating history dating back literally thousands of years. It also boasts some of the most brilliant, forward-thinking minds thanks to Oxford University and the sophisticated, open “college town” environment you’d expect. Local sites include the Bridge of Sighs, the Uffington White Horse and, for fans of popular culture, many locations linked to the authors of some of the most popular works in the world, including “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Chronicles of Narnia”. Best of all, Oxford has 24-hour direct public transportation to the heart of London, which takes about an hour. You enjoy the most pleasing, unhurried and comfortable work atmosphere imaginable with easy access for day trips to the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, the West End and numerous other sites of England’s capital.