California Archives - Whimsy Soul

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11 Fantastic Day Trips From Sacramento (Under 2 Hours!)

January 18, 2021

Wine tasting, hidden swimming holes, kayaking with sea lions, scenic hiking trails, historical towns… there’s so many fun weekend trips from Sacramento that are all under 2 hours away. Sacramento…

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Grab Your Wine: These Are The 8 Best Napa Valley Airbnbs

January 4, 2021

Picture this: you just spent the day sipping on world-class cabernets at world glass wineries with your besties. Now you’re back at your stunning Airbnb in Napa Valley putting together…

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Unique Santa Barbara Airbnbs & Bungalows For Your California Beach Vacation

December 17, 2020

Colorful cottages near the beach, luxury villas with pools and ocean views, cute tiny houses and even a (almost) invisible house – there are a few dang cool Airbnb in…

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14 Fantastic Things To Do In Oakhurst, California (Yosemite’s Gateway!)

December 13, 2020

Morning hikes among ancient Sequoias, afternoon paddles on Bass Lake, evenings drinking local craft beer, all before getting cozy in a little cabin… Oakhurst, California is going to be your…

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Christmas Lights in San Francisco: 15 Festive Spots I Love During The Holiday Season

December 11, 2020

First you need to know: I’m a basic Christmas betch. I’m that – day after Thanksgiving the tree goes up, Jingle Bell Rock is turned on loud, consuming more Trader…

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OMG You Have To Visit Entwined At Golden Gate Park!

December 11, 2020

I kind of felt like I walked onto the set of Avatar when wandering the ‘Entwined’ enchanted forest of lights. These special pop-up Golden Gate Park lights can only be…

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9 Stylish Palm Springs Airbnbs You Should Rent (Including That Pink Door!)

December 8, 2020

Luxury villas with huge pools, hip bungalows with IG-worthy corners, mountain views, and all the mid-century modern vibes you could ever ask for. Welcome to the best of Palm Springs’s…

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Kara walking among the Giant Sequoias at Mariposa Grove in Yosemite National Park

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Mariposa Grove: Our Bucket List Visit To Giant Sequoias in Yosemite

November 17, 2020

Magic on earth is really all I can describe Mariposa Grove as. Finally seeing these giant sequoia trees in person was the highlight of my most recent trip to Yosemite…

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Sierra Meadows Has The COOLEST Yosemite Cabins

November 13, 2020

If you’re looking for simply the coolest Yosemite cabins to make home base while exploring the park, I found them for you. I’ve visited Yosemite National Park tons of time…

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