Cynthia Dial

1 week ago | themeetingmagazines.com | Cynthia Dial

Elite event planners know that memorable team-building activities can play a critical role in an organization’s success … or lack of it. The secret is to generate genuine enthusiasm among participants — and while there are innumerable ways to go about that, it is a mission that must be accomplished long before attendees ever arrive at that escape room, cooking class, golf course or whichever other entertaining venue you select.

3 weeks ago | travelsquire.com | Cynthia Dial

Join me in my travels more than 6,000 miles from home (an 11-hour flight, followed by a two-and-a-half hour drive) to the tiny Austrian town of St. Anton – to work out. The event was the eighth edition of the Mountain Yoga Festival. My travel companion, Ada, was my instructor in this discipline. And the “studio” was cozily ensconced in the Alps. Explanation: I enjoy yoga, but a yogi I’m not.

2 months ago | themeetingmagazines.com | Cynthia Dial

With its unmatched landscape, idyllic weather and endless event possibilities, the Golden State boasts a trifecta of traits that make it a mecca for meetings of all sizes. Running from south to north and winter through fall, venues are varied, activities are atypical and the characteristically temperate climate is habitually accommodating.

Feb 23, 2025 | travelsquire.com | Cynthia Dial

Confession: My wanderlust has taken me around the world and to all seven continents as well as countless capitals … but not to Mexico City. Forget all the warnings. Mexico’s largest city, the Western Hemisphere’s most populous and a metropolis recognized as one of the world’s top 10 in size is a must see. At first glance, this urban utopia of 22.5 million is, yes, a bit overwhelming. But when explored, it conveys a small-town vibe thanks to its distinctive neighborhoods.

Jan 18, 2025 | travelsquire.com | Cynthia Dial

Having lived in the San Diego area for decades, I’ve traveled across Southern California’s Mexican border countless times. And on each occasion, it has been the same. Though less than an hour away, the minute you enter Mexico – you feel it. It’s diverse, exciting and so foreign that I’ve questioned why I don’t go there more often. Everything about the country – from its initial assault on the senses to its signature laid-back vibe – uplifts the spirit and renews your traveling soul.