welcome To Life of Whimsley

Where Planful Travel Meets joyful exploring

If you love the idea of well-thought-out trips but need a little help and inspiration to bring them to life, you’re in the right place!

Here, you’ll find destination guides, travel planning advice, and The L.o.w.down—quick recaps, top tips, and must-know insights from our adventures.

Think of me as your travel-savvy friend, sharing everything you need to plan and map out your next great trip with ease.

Let’s make your next adventure effortless and unforgettable!

A tall stone building in Montenegro has wooden shutters and a small balcony adorned with plants. Two palm trees are in front of the building, and a vintage-style lamp post is on the left. The sky is blue with a few clouds.

Hi, there!

I’m Brianna

The blogger behind Life of Whimsley. I have a nerdy obsession with planning and I’m deeply passionate about traveling the world.

Whether it’s a somewhere close to home or halfway across the globe, I’ve been planning our trips for the last 10 years and I want to help you do the same.

Travel should be approachable and this site is my way of sharing our adventures, favorite places, and advice to help you plan with ease so you can explore with joy.

I hope that it can help you experience more places than you ever thought imaginable!

More about me

Meet The L.O.W.Down

If you’re short on time and just looking for the highlights, I’ve got you covered! At the end of Destination Guides and Weekend Getaway blog posts, you’ll find The L.o.w.down—a quick-hit recap to give you the essentials in one easy-to-skim spot.

The L.o.w.down (like “lowdown” but with a fun twist on Life of Whimsley) is designed to make travel planning simpler. Think of it as the TL;DR—perfect when you want the key takeaways.

  • Frequently Asked Questions about the destination
  • Top recommendations for where to stay, eat, and explore
  • Helpful tips to make your trip smoother
  • Moment of joy that made our trip a little extra special

Whether you’re in full planning mode or just daydreaming about your next adventure, The L.o.w.down makes it easy to get inspired—and organized—in no time!

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