Inside The Ventana Campground at Big Sur
Ventana: a camping trip to remember! My husband and I met 7 years ago as camp counselors at a summer camp. So, for our one-year wedding anniversary, we thought it was…
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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.
72 Hours In Calistoga Travel Guide
I love Calistoga. It’s at the top of Napa Valley and while it’s part of a world-famous wine region, I feel like it is still very much a hidden gem.…
Our Cute AF Picnic with German Wines at the Painted Ladies
Boy, how one year flies fast! This time last year we had literally just gotten married and were getting ready to leave on a 3-week honeymoon across Europe, kicking it…
Flower Season At Montara State Beach
California has so many flower seasons. The almond blossoms in the Spring, sunflowers in the summer. Carlsbad has the flower fields and the Californian coast has so many different blooming…
Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco
The Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco is one of the city’s most iconic buildings. You can see the dome peeking out in the Marina while driving over the…
The Bungalows At Calistoga Boutique Hotel
There is nothing better at the end of a long day wine tasting than a comfortable yet beautiful space to relax in before dinner. That’s what Calistoga is all about…
17 Free Things To Do In San Franisco
I love San Francisco. Better yet, I love doing things for FREE in San Francisco! Unlike many other major cities in the United States, San Francisco has a considerable amount…
Tips For Visiting The San Francisco Japanese Tea Garden
Golden Gate Park in San Francisco has SO many hidden gems. From Dutch windmills to a bison paddock to a Redwood grove, you can find a variety of things to…
Top 19 Things To Do In San Francisco
San Francisco is my favorite city in the world, that’s why I moved here from the Midwest 4 years ago! While it’s only 7×7 miles, it packs in literally anything…
San Francisco Chameleon City Project
A couple weeks ago Robin and I were walking around Stow Lake, our favorite part of Golden Gate Park. In one area there’s a waterfall and around the corner, a…
The Farmhouse Inn: Russian River Luxury Hotel
Russian River is my favorite wine tasting region in Northern California. I love how the Healdsburg and Russian River area is just a little quieter than neighboring Napa Valley, so…