Is Hoshinoya Fuji Worth It? My Honest Hotel Review With Mount Fuji Views
After a few days in Tokyo running around like an overstimulated goblin, my body tapped out. I loved the city, but my nervous system was cooked. I needed quiet, trees,…
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Kara
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I'm the founder of Whimsy Soul (this blog you're reading!) I'm a type 3 enneagram cat lady who lives in San Francisco and loves to find everyday magic to share with others. You can probably find me hunting down hot springs with girlfriends, kayaking, cooking with my husband, petting strangers' dogs or watching like, all the things on Netflix. Follow me on Instagram for even more inspiration!
Cool Colorado Airbnbs for Mountain Views Winter Getaways and Cozy Cabin Escapes
I fell hard for Colorado the first time I visited a college friend in Boulder back in 2011. Since then, I’ve explored dozens of cool Airbnbs in Colorado and hotels,…
14 Epic Lake Tahoe Winter Activities (That Are NOT Skiing!)
There’s so many fun things to do in Lake Tahoe in winter that’s not skiing, trust me! When I was 16, I worked at a ski resort ticket office near…
24 Best Travel Beauty Products That Actually Fit In Your Carry On
If you’ve ever tried doing your full at-home beauty routine out of a tiny hotel sink, you know: travel beauty hits different. Over the years of hopping between hot springs,…
My Honest Unico 20°87° Riviera Maya Review And Why I Wouldn’t Stay Again
I just got back from a stay at UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya, and I have to be honest, it wasn’t quite the dreamy inclusive resort experience I expected. I’ve…
My Honest Maelys B Tight Review After Two Months Of Testing
Let’s talk about the Maelys B-Tight Firm Booty Mask, that viral pink jar that’s all over TikTok promising to lift, smooth, and tighten your skin. Before we get into results,…
Is Versed Skincare Good? My Honest 2025 Review After Years of Testing
You’ve probably seen Versed skincare lined up on Target shelves or over your Instagram feed. Minimalist packaging, affordable prices, and the promise of clean, effective skincare products that actually work……
Vici Clothing Review From A Curvy Size 14 Woman Who Tried It All
I’ve been seeing Vici Collection all over Instagram for years: the clean neutral tones, the “effortless chic” influencer vibe, the promise of trendy everyday fashion that looks way more expensive…
18 Magical Things To Do In Bergen Norway Every First Time Visitor Will Love
Bergen, Norway might look like a real-life storybook, and that’s because it partly inspired the Disney town of Arendelle in Frozen. But there’s so much more to do here than…
30 Magical Things To Do In And Around Yosemite National Park
I go to Yosemite National Park at least once a year and I’ve experienced it in every season. Summer is my happy place for warm hikes, floating down the river,…
Flodesk Review 2025 Everything You Need To Know Before You Switch
I’ve been using Flodesk for more than six years, and honestly, it’s one of the few marketing platforms I’ve stayed loyal to as both a creator and a business owner.…