15 Top Things to Do in La Jolla: Unveiling California’s Coastal Gem
La Jolla is truly one of my happy places. There’s nothing like waking up at your San Diego beachside hotel, throwing a swimsuit on, grabbing your snorkel and walking across…
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Looking for the best natural hot springs or waterfalls you can swim in? Wanting the best California beach to vacation at this summer, or secret swimming holes to hit up with friends? We got you covered.
I Love Shark Fin Cove, A Hidden California Beach Near Santa Cruz
It’s easy to drive by Shark Fin Cove on your way to Santa Cruz and totally miss it. From the road, you can’t see this secluded beach or its famous…
Rainbow Pools: Helpful Tips For The Best Yosemite Swimming Hole
Right outside Yosemite National Park is probably one of the best swimming holes in all of California. After spending a few hours splashing around at Rainbow Falls, I knew this…
25 Best Beach Towns in California To Getaway Year Round
In the famous West Coast vs. East Coast beach debate, I’d like to think I have a bit of experience. I grew up in New Jersey (and yes, went to…
YouSwim Review: I Tried The One Size Fits All Swimsuit & Here Are My Thoughts
This is probably the most difficult thing I’ve written so far for Whimsy Soul. Swimsuits are always a fairly sensitive topic because I struggle (like many) with body image. I’ve…
10 Very Best Things To Do In The Exumas + Where to Go & Travel Tips
When my girlfriend Jackie’s dad asked if we would want to visit him in the Exuma Islands, we bought our flights within the hour. Who says no to the Bahamas?? …
Exactly How To Swim With Exuma Island Pigs In The Bahamas
We’ve all seen the Exuma TikTok and Instagram reels of crystal clear oceans, white beaches, and somewhat bizarrely, big and pink swimming Bahamas pigs. When my girlfriend and I booked…
Davenport, California Travel Guide: 12 Fun Things To Do Along This Hwy 1 Town
I think I gasped when I saw Shark Fin Cove with my own eyes. It really looks exactly like a shark fin!! Davenport California is a tiny town on Hwy…
19+ Insanely Cool Things To Do In San Diego + Weekend Getaway Itinerary
Cotton candy sunsets, snorkeling next to leopard sharks, iced lattes, colorful murals, insanely good beer & overall chill vibes — San Deigo is one of those cities that I can’t…
20 Things to Do In Madeira, Portugal: A Madeira Travel Guide For The Semi-Adventurous Traveler
There are so many things to do in Madeira for an adventurous traveler. However, for me (and I assume others), adventurous travel is a spectrum. I consider myself semi-adventurous because…
15 Fun Things To Do In June Lake, California (+ Huge Area Guide)
Updated: 2022 June Lake Loop got on my radar years ago after seeing scenic photos online of bright yellow trees dotting a towering mountain with a clear blue lake below.…