Hotels

Discover the best classic Palm Springs small hotels

May 4, 2019

DIY Travel – A Cabo San Lucas Beach Vacation Itinerary

Feb 24, 2018

When you travel Jordan start in Amman

Nov 11, 2017

Time for a beach getaway? Where to stay in Puerto Penasco, Mexico

Sep 30, 2017

Pala Shines – When the nearest casino is a graceful getaway

Aug 11, 2017

Discover the best classic Palm Springs small hotels

by Elaine J. Masters | May 4, 2019

I have a sibling who joins friends in Palm Springs at the same resort every year. I appreciate...

DIY Travel – A Cabo San Lucas Beach Vacation Itinerary

by Elaine J. Masters | Feb 24, 2018

With it’s rich history, beckoning beaches, food traditions and intense natural beauty, the...

When you travel Jordan start in Amman

by Elaine J. Masters | Nov 11, 2017

A camel stood alongside the highway while, between the road and small fields, circles of people...

Time for a beach getaway? Where to stay in Puerto Penasco, Mexico

by Elaine J. Masters | Sep 30, 2017

Less than four hours south of Phoenix there’s a dreamy beach getaway that’s...

Pala Shines – When the nearest casino is a graceful getaway

by Elaine J. Masters | Aug 11, 2017

The road to Pala Reservation curves through an ancient, river valley as it winds east from the...

Don’t miss Milwaukee – Windows, walls and wings

by Elaine J. Masters | May 19, 2017

I love great architecture and towns in the American Midwest are full of beautiful craftsmanship...

Country bliss – Lajitas, the best of Texas Resorts

by Elaine J. Masters | Apr 21, 2017

Dawn reveals things magically. We’d pulled into the Lajitas Golf and Spa Resort while the...

Escape to a luxury resort – Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch

by Elaine J. Masters | Feb 18, 2017

Escaped. I turned off the news and fled from work to relax with a few friends and indulge in...

Pebble Beach Golf Resort – Indulge in sustainable luxury

by Elaine J. Masters | Feb 4, 2017

Between the petite village beauty of Carmel-By-The-Sea and the boardwalk diversions of Monterey...

Driving West Texas – Road Trip Planner, Part 2

by Elaine J. Masters | Nov 11, 2016

In West Texas extremes play well together. International fashion brands mix with far flung art...

Revealing West Texas – Your Road Trip Planner, Part 1

by Elaine J. Masters | Oct 29, 2016

Brake for Turkey Vultures, Javelinas and Auodads Americana, escape and wide open places –...

Visit Rosarito – Beach, hotel and fine dining in Baja Norte

by Elaine J. Masters | Oct 19, 2016

Long before it was full of Spring Break beach clubs and taco stands, Rosarito was a glamorous hub....

Elaine J. Masters

Elaine J. Masters, travel writer / tripwellgal on the road

Once we overcome the virus, the world will be waiting. Travelers know one thing - how to pivot and we will. We'll travel again and whether it's a short road trip or across the planet, I'll be here to help putting my years of travel to work. The Tripwellgal mission remains: to help us connect with our beautiful planet and each other with care and wonder. Stay in touch and happy travels!

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