Welcome!
Hello everyone! Thank you for visiting. A little bit about me, my name is Lenore, I’m an Occupational Therapist who LOVES to travel (seriously an understatement). I began working as a travel Occupational Therapist to have the freedom of work flexibility (not being tied down to a schedule and/or place), as well as traveling across the globe in my spare time. For pictures of my travels, check them out here.
What is a travel Occupational Therapist?
First I’ll explain what an Occupational Therapist is. An OT is a healthcare provider who provides treatment to individuals of all ages utilizing activities of daily living (Occupations). We help people while encompassing the things they want, need, and love to do!
A travel Occupational Therapist simply is an OT that fills a need in a healthcare facility across the US (sometimes even other countries). Some of the examples of why a travel OT is needed is due to a staffing shortage, or maternity leave. These short term contract assignments are usually 13 weeks, but can be shorter or longer depending on the need. I primarily work in the Adult/Geriatric setting, and when I’m not on a travel assignment, I work per-diem.
What Can You Learn From My Site?
I will be educating and sharing my favorite travel destinations with helpful information about where to eat, what to see, and do (check out my first travel itinerary here). I’ll also include travel deals, hacks, lifestyle, inspiration, clothing, some of my favorite resources, and of course sharing some of the crazy stories/situations I’ve encountered.
Stay updated with new blog posts and more!
Lastly, Who Am I?
Lenore also known as The Nitty Gritty Travel OT is a travel blogger from Queens, NY and Occupational Therapist who loves to travel for both and work and fun. At this time, Lenore has traveled to over 11 countries, 4 continents, and 15 U.S. states. The Nitty Gritty Travel OT was founded in 2019 and features travel itineraries, money saving tips during travel, resources, travel hacks, and inspiration.
Fun Facts, Random Musings:
1) I’ve had two nicknames Lenny and Nore, somehow Nore stuck.
2) I am both bougie and frugal.
3) I prefer tea to coffee.
4) People close to me know that Red Lobster is “kind of my thing”.
5) This is actually not the first website I’ve published. The first was for a group thesis project.
Check Out My Podcast Interview and Pinterest TV Episode “Plane Traveling Hacks” to Get to Know Me Even Further:
Explore the World and Be Free with Lenore G.
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