The Dutch heritage village of Lynde n, northeast of Bellingham in Whatcom County is a magnet for solo travelers with its distinctive Dutch architecture, import shops, museum, bakery and eateries with Dutch fare. Fairhaven used to be a small town and still feels like one, although it s now part of the city of Bellingham. Shopping is particularly lively, influenced by the nearby student population at Western University. Look for books and posters, upscale clothing, hand-carved wood, pottery, furniture, jewelry, and lots of biking, hiking, and boating gear. Enjoy an evening stroll along Leavenworth s Waterfront Trail, a bit of a secret only a block from downtown shops along the Wenatchee River.
History is a major appeal in small towns.