Lara Dunning, Author at Small Town Washington

New Article: “The Love Locks of Oak Harbor” at Whidbey Camano Islands

Oak Harbor, Whidbey IslandBy Lara Dunning April 18, 2018 Leave a comment

Do you want to leave a love lock for someone in your life that has served in the military or is now serving our country? You can in Oak Harbor, Washington on Whidbey Island. This small town has been a US Naval Base since WWII and its very fitting to have love locks dedicated to all…

New Article: “Exploring the Explorers in Washington State” in TraveLife Magazine

Long BeachBy Lara Dunning April 15, 2018 Leave a comment

My latest article is out in 10th Anniversary April Issue of TraveLife Magazine!

What’s it about? Following the footsteps of the Lewis and Clark Expedition on Washington’s Long Beach Peninsula. I also make some tasty discoveries along the way.

Click to read “Exploring the Explorers in Washington State” on Page 24.

Stay Close to Ireland’s Shannon Airport at Carrygerry Country House

IrelandBy Lara Dunning April 14, 2018 Leave a comment

Carrygerry Country House is a mere nine-minute drive from the Shannon Airport, making it an excellent choice if you are heading back home or have just arrived in Ireland. It’s proximity to the airport is one of the main reasons I choose to stay here on my last night in Ireland. Along with the fact that…

Anniversary Giveaway: Long Beach, Washington Getaway for Two!

Getaways, Giveaways, Long BeachBy Lara Dunning April 11, 2018 34 Comments

Happy Two-Year Anniversary! April ushered in my two year anniversary for Small Town Washington & Beyond. As you know, the Long Beach Peninsula is one of my favorite places in Washington State. It has beachfront hotels, fabulous restaurants, mushroom hunting, lots of amazing natural beauty from beaches, wooded forests, scenic drives, the world’s longest beach, and a ton of…

New Article: “Six Reasons Tourists Love Rural Farm Stays on Whidbey Island” at Whidbey Camano Islands

Oak Harbor, Whidbey IslandBy Lara Dunning April 7, 2018 Leave a comment

Are you wanting to completely unplug from the daily grind and spend a few days at a slower pace? These six rural farm stays on Whidbey Island will have you gazing at lavender fields, drinking wine with a view of vines and pasture, watching horses and alpacas at play, and so much more. My article with Whidbey Camano…

What I Wish Everyone Knew About Lynden, Washington

Hotels, Inns & B&Bs, LyndenBy Lara Dunning April 4, 2018 10 Comments

The small town of Lynden, Washington makes for an ideal getaway. Founded by Dutch and Scandinavian settlers and surrounded by farm fields with mountain views, its historic downtown has a windmill, unique inns, restaurants, shops, an art center, a museum, and nearby are parks, ice cream shops, and a distillery. This small town most certainly deserves…

Tasting Pacific Northwest Wine with Wine Trees

Oregon, Stuff I LikeBy Lara Dunning March 31, 2018 Leave a comment

If you’ve been following my blog you know I love wine. But, even I, who taste a lot of wines when I travel tend to get into a wine rut when I’m home. I go to the store and buy the same brand because I know I like it, and while that can be a…

My Favorite Top Six Experiences on Ireland’s Scenic Ring of Kerry

IrelandBy Lara Dunning March 28, 2018 34 Comments

Ireland’s Ring of Kerry is one of those drives you’ll not want to miss when visiting the Emerald Isle, even if you only drive a portion of the road. On my travels, I focused solely on County Kerry and ended up driving parts of the Ring of Kerry more than once. I also took some alternative routes such…

Why I Adore Kenmare, Ireland, and You Will Too

IrelandBy Lara Dunning March 24, 2018 15 Comments

I hadn’t planned on visiting Kenmare, Ireland, but while researching small towns to see along Ring of Kerry, I kept seeing it. Everything I read said it had fabulous food, a wide range of accommodations, and a beautiful location. When an opportunity arose at TBEX Ireland to visit this quaint Irish town, I said, “YES!” Then, when I got…

Twitter Chat on Small Towns with Where Travel and Me!

UncategorizedBy Lara Dunning March 18, 2018 Leave a comment

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