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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We believe travel is anything from a new hike next door or a luxury dining experience across the world. We share detailed travel itineraries and travel guides so good that all you need to do is book the ticket.
Whimsy Soul is a California-based blog so we specialize in California travel, Oregon travel and Washington Travel, but we cover all of the United States and abroad to Canada travel, Europe travel, South America and more.
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…
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…
53 Best Restaurants In Portland: Unique Food Carts, Bars, Fine Dining & More
Portland’s motto is “keep Portland weird” but it really should be “come with loose pants since you’ll want to eat all the things”. If you’re a foodie, there’s no lack…
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…
50 Bucket List US Romantic Getaways To Take Before You Die
Seeing the world with someone by your side is a magic we should all hold tight. You get to simultaneously explore the world, yourself, your relationship, and the person you…
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…
‘White House of the West’ Spotlight: Inside the Fairmont Penthouse Suite’s Iconic Rooms
The Fairmont San Francisco is more than just a beautiful hotel perched atop Nob Hill; it’s a cornerstone of the city’s history and culture. While its iconic tiki bar, the…
How To Fall In Love With Amsterdam During Your First Visit (+ Itinerary)
They weren’t lying about the nickname “Venice of the North”. While walking the streets of Amsterdam I felt like we were in a never-ending maze of stunning, colorful houses towering over canals.…
How To Survive Your First King’s Day In Amsterdam
If you love parties, you need to visit Amsterdam during their Kings Day celebration. Last year, my husband and I were in The Netherlands for the best National Holiday party…