Short Trips
Why winter is a great time to visit Catalina Island
by Elaine J. Masters | Nov 30, 2022
The seaplane windows sprayed with salt water as the pontoons hit the water. Slowly we slid to the...
Read MoreHow to wear stylish travel clothes that won’t blow your budget
by Elaine J. Masters | Jul 7, 2018
When you plan a trip do you shop for new clothes, shoes or accessories? It can be part of the...
Read MoreCelebrating Baja Wine and Food – A day in the Valle
by Elaine J. Masters | Jan 10, 2017
Salud! Glasses and conversation clicked. Three of us were deep into happy hour at Baja...
Read MoreVisiting Temecula wineries – Old world style and new world tastings
by Elaine J. Masters | Dec 17, 2016
Those in the know go! It shouldn’t be a secret but in the rolling hills of Southern...
Read MoreSunday brunch, the bay and bubbly with Hornblower San Diego
by Elaine J. Masters | Apr 20, 2016
It doesn’t matter if you’re a local or visiting, getting out on the water in San Diego...
Read MoreA Solo adventure – Fun places to visit in London
by Elaine J. Masters | Mar 17, 2016
The sky never changed color all day. I woke in London, in a second floor, Airbnb, walk-up facing a...
Read MoreElvis left but the stars remain when you visit Palm Springs
by Elaine J. Masters | Jan 7, 2016
In Palm Springs chances are you’ve walked on his star, strolled past the cafes and the Tiki...
Read MoreHoliday lights shows in Southern California – Five worth the drive
by Elaine J. Masters | Dec 14, 2015
This time of year there can be so much pressure to keep visiting family and friends entertained....
Read MorePast perfect inside Clifton’s downtown LA
by Elaine J. Masters | Dec 11, 2015
A whiff of memory was all that remained – the whoosh of an indoor waterfall, giant trees...
Read MoreDay of the Dead in Tijuana – From graveyard to market
by Elaine J. Masters | Oct 22, 2015
In Mexico remembering loved ones during Dia de Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is mixed with...
Read MoreApple picking in Julian – A San Diego day trip
by Elaine J. Masters | Oct 1, 2015
When an invitation comes to spend a day apple picking in Julian, there can be only one answer...
Read MoreTrain time – The Capitol Corridor to California’s Train Museum
by Elaine J. Masters | Apr 15, 2015
Taking the train is a treat. It’s romantic, restful and easily the most comfortable commute...
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Elaine J. Masters

Whether you're taking a short road trip or zipping across the planet, I'm be here to help. Learn from my years of travel for work and pleasure, solo, family and a few tours. 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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