Katie Lawrence

2 weeks ago | onlyinyourstate.com | Katie Lawrence

I'm a city girl through and through, but every once in a while, I crave the solace of a small town. Boonville, California, is a charming small town in the heart of Anderson Valley with a population of just over 1,000. It's often overlooked because it isn't as easy a day trip from San Francisco as other towns like Point Reyes Station, but Boonville has so much to offer. In true NorCal fashion, wine is the main reason for visiting Boonville.

2 weeks ago | onlyinyourstate.com | Katie Lawrence

Stumbling upon hidden gems is one of my favorite parts of traveling, and Elkton, Oregon, is about as hidden as it gets. About an hour from Eugene, this charming town is nestled in the state's coastal mountains and has a population of less than 200. History and nature converge here, from an old British fort to pastoral scenes of rolling hills covered in lush greenery. Many people pass through Elkton en route to the beach, but few stop and explore.

2 weeks ago | onlyinyourstate.com | Katie Lawrence

When you think of the word “catwalk,” what comes to mind? For me, it’s certainly not a hiking trail in New Mexico. The Catwalk National Recreation Trail might have a funny name, but it’s one of the coolest hikes in the state. Tucked away in the Gila National Forest near Glenwood, New Mexico, this easy, 2.5-mile trail is suitable for all skill levels and showcases the landscape like you’ve never seen it before.

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Katie Lawrence

2 hours agoWhether you’re a single-malt connoisseur or whisky newbie, a distillery pilgrimage should be part of every Scottish trip. Pagoda chimneys rising above pine-forested glens, the babble of a highland spring, the distinctive aroma of toasted malt — distilleries are far more than functional factories. …

2 weeks ago | onlyinyourstate.com | Katie Lawrence

When I was a kid, a Barbie Dreamhouse was at the top of my Christmas list every year. My parents eventually caved and got me one, and I think I screamed for a solid ten minutes when I unwrapped it (they put it inside another box so I couldn't tell what it was ahead of time). Although my days of playing with Barbie dolls are decades in the past, that little girl is still somewhere in me, and I was beyond excited when the Barbie movie came out in 2023.