57+ Best San Francisco Photo Spots (From a Local Who’s Lived Here 11 Years)
I’ve lived in San Francisco for over nine years and I’m still finding new photo-worthy places all the time. This city may only be 7×7 miles, but it packs a…
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Whimsy Soul is a top California travel blog with in-depth guides and road trip ideas for California. From secret waterfalls in Northern California to wine tasting itineraries to the best boutique hotels in Southern California, Whimsy Soul has you covered so you can plan an epic California getaway.
18 Unforgettable Things to Do in Lake Tahoe in Summer (South & North Lake Guide)
Visiting Lake Tahoe in the summer is pure paradise. The air smells like pine, sunscreen, and campfire smoke. The sunsets over the lake look like cotton candy. It’s a full-sensory…
Strawberry Picking in the Bay Area: This Oceanfront Farm Is a Hidden Gem
You can’t get more California than picking strawberries on a coastal farm off Highway 1, with the Pacific Ocean stretching out behind you. This past Sunday, we woke up in…
Santa Cruz Wine Tasting Guide: 14 Best Wineries, Itineraries & Travel Tips
Thinking about a Santa Cruz wine tasting trip? Let this be your sign. Tucked between Silicon Valley and the breezy beaches of Santa Cruz and Capitola, the Santa Cruz Mountains…
We Stayed in a Water Tower Airbnb in Mendocino, Here’s What It Was Really Like
After months of staying close to home, Robin and I finally felt that familiar itch for adventure return in mid-February. We had spent most of January and early February laying…
19 Insanely Cool Joshua Tree Airbnbs For A Magical Weekend In The Desert
If there’s one destination that knows how to do vacation rentals right, it’s the Joshua Tree area. From quirky domes and off-grid cabins to luxurious desert retreats with cowboy tubs…
13 Best Speakeasy Bars in San Francisco You Need To See For Yourself
Almost 100 years ago, when alcohol was prohibited in the United States, working-class people and celebrities alike flocked to “speakeasies” — or hidden bars behind restaurants, storefronts, and sometimes, even…
25 Best Beach Towns in California To Getaway Year Round
When picking the best beach towns in California, there are no wrong answers. You drive down the Pacific Coast Highway, and you will find a picturesque beach or a hole…
11 Actually Fun Things To Do In Fisherman’s Wharf San Francisco (According To A Local)
Welcome to San Francisco! As an almost-decade-long resident, I’m totally biased, but San Francisco is my favorite city on the planet. It’s full of vibrant cultures clashing together to make…
San Francisco Travel Guide for First-Timers: Unforgettable Things To Do
Welcome to San Francisco, the city of fog, hills, and endless charm! I’ve lived in San Francisco for over a decade and love helping people plan trips to my favorite…
30+ Best Wine Tasting Outfits: What to Wear for Women (By Season)
A comprehensive guide to help you choose the perfect wine tasting attire, with outfit ideas for spring, summer, fall, and winter in California wine country. As a self-proclaimed wine country…