What Nobody Tells You About Van Camping (Good + Bad!)
Thinking about joining the van life movement? Read this first. On a whim, my husband and I decided to rent a camper van and take it on a 9-day road…
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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.
Where To Find Free Painted Hills Camping
My husband and I rented a campervan and took it on a long road trip from San Francisco up to the Painted Hills, then down Hwy 1 back into California.…
How To Find The Kirby Cove Swing (Step By Step Guide!)
There are about 7 famous San Francisco swings around the city. On top of hills overlooking the skyline, one even across the Bay in Tiburon and of course, the famous…
How To Find The Lands End Labyrinth in San Francisco (Now A Heart)
Updated Jan 2022! Hidden on the western end of San Francisco is Land’s End park, a gem of a spot with tons of coastal trails, one of which leads to…
Mirror Lake Trail Hike | How To Get To Trailhead + A Map
Yosemite National Park is my favorite national park in California. It’s absolutely stunning in every season of the year. I also love how there are trails to appeal to every…
14 Unique Things To Do in Joshua Tree, California (A Weekend Guide!)
I’ve always loved Joshua Tree. There’s something about this small desert town and adjacent National Park that is just magical. Does that sound a bit hippy-dippy cheesy? You bet, but…
SAVE $120 – Do This Self-Guided Road to Hana Tour (Itinerary + Photos!)
If you are looking for the best Road to Hana tour, look no further. Despite what guided tour companies may tell you, it’s perfectly safe to drive the Road to…
Hyatt Maui: Look Inside This Kaanapali Beach Resort
Aloha! My husband and I traveled to Maui to celebrate his 27th birthday this April and, since it was our first time to Hawaii, we wanted to be extra special.…
Snorkel Maui Cruise
A snorkel Maui day is something I put on the top of our “to-do” list when visiting Hawaii. It ended up being my personal favorite Maui tour we did on…
Where To Stay In Seattle (Our Favorite Hotels!)
I’ve traveled to Seattle a handful of times now and from my first visit years ago, it’s always been one of my favorite West Coast cities. From from misty mornings…
Here’s How To Do A Self Guided Haleakala Sunrise Tour
Skip the Haleakala Valley Isle Excursions tour that costs $160+. It cost us just ONE DOLLAR to do this tour on our own and I’m going to tell you exactly…