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Appearances
 Let Cynthia Dial educate and entertain your group. Contact her about participating in a speaking engagement, writing seminar, writers’ conference or a writing class.
She can speak on any of the following topics or address a customized travel-related topic of your choice. Select one of the below subjects most appropriate for your meeting, convention, workshop, class schedule, etc.; then contact Cynthia.
• Travel Writing: It's a Trip!
• The Six Mistakes Today's Travelers Make
• Top Tips for Women Traveling Alone
• Turn Your Travel Passion Into an On-the-Road Profession
• The Travel Writing Journey: Take the 1st Step
• A Picture Does Say 1000 Words: Tips for Great Travel Pics
• To Pack (It) or Not to Pack (It): Avoid the Overpacking Dilemma
• Have Kids, Will Travel
• Let's Share Spa Secrets
• Travel Smart, Travel Safe
• Caviar Travel on a Chip-n-Dip Budget
Classes/Conferences
Over the past decade Cynthia has taught travel writing for a variety of Southern California learning institutions including Palomar College, The Writing Center and The Learning Annex. Designed for those who love to travel and long to write about it, course basics cover:
• Steps to get started
• ABC’s of writing winning travel articles
• Great story ideas
• Available markets
• How to get work published
• How to avoid pitfalls
Cynthia also lectures at writing conferences such as the Whidbey Island Writers’ Conference (Seattle, WA area), Southern California Writers’ Conference (San Diego, CA) and the Lake Tahoe Writers’ Conference.
Class/Book Comments
After taking your class last night, we are both very excited at the prospect of following in your footsteps. Traveling, writing and getting paid sounds pretty great!!
L. and R. Mainwaring (killer whale trainers at SeaWorld), San Diego, CA
I took your travel writing class last year and am now the wine writer for the Baja Times. I live in Guadalupe Valley (Baja’s wine country) and spend my time travel writing and leading tours. Your class gave me the encouragement and insight I needed. Thank you.
S. Dryden, Baja California, Mexico
Re: Last night's class. Thank you for the very informative look at the world of a travel writer. Guts/stamina/enthusiasm portrayed with gentle humor (my observation of you).
B. Munson, San Diego, CA
On behalf of the board and members of PATA San Diego Chapter, I would like to thank you for your presentation. You gave the travel industry people amongst us a different perspective on viewing a destination and the non-travel people the concept of being a traveler rather than a tourist!
L. Neale-Rozga, San Diego PATA Program Committee, San Diego, CA
Not only are you a delight to work with but you are so warm and open to participants and offered such insightful tidbits in your presentations that evaluation after evaluation rave on and on about YOU.
C. Mergens, Whidbey Island Writers’ Conference, Freeland, WA
You covered more in your book than I have ever seen on the subject of travel writing. I was impressed by the depth of the knowledge. I liked the tone of your writing and got the feeling that you truly wanted all of your readers to become successful travel writers. It occupies a spot in my permanent library, sitting on the same shelf with Anne LeMott’s Bird by Bird, Stephen King’s On Writing, and nearly every other quality book on writing there is.
R. Aikins, Carlsbad, CA
Given my penchant for travel, reading your book gave me better fantasies than any sex book ever could!
D. Eck, San Diego, CA
Your book is a treasure for someone who wants to know if he or she can be a travel writer.
M. Ray, Boulevard, CA
Not only did your book offer invaluable details and experience gained over years of work, but your words transported me to every exotic locale mentioned. It was a most enjoyable read.
S. Anderson, Dallas, TX
Even a novice traveler like myself can find many helpful travel tips from reading your book. I cannot wait until my next trip to use your excellent advice. Bottom line: the book is as valuable a resource for the traveler as it is for the writer.
L. Blakely, Ridgefield, CT
You were right on the money with your comments (in your book) about learning a few phrases of languages before you go on a trip.
E. Dondero, Author, “Worldwide Multilingual Phrase Book: Survival Skills for Over 40 Languages”
I don’t usually write letters to authors, but I just had to thank you for writing Travel Writing. I felt inspired after reading your book, and decided to actually map out a plan. My first effort paid off with the email message today from EdmontonPlus.ca offering me an ongoing freelance writing contract. If it hadn’t been for your explanation of the steps involved and how the freelance writing world works, I would never have made this step. It feels so good to have a plan and see the results so quickly!
M. Graff, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Calendar of Appearances/Classes
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Radio: |
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March 31,
2005 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Tahiti
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April 3,
2005 |
Travel Talk Radio broadcast, KFMB-am
Guest appearance
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May 5,
2005 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: French Riviera
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June 16,
2005 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Caribbean Cruise
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July 28,
2005 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Maui & Wellness
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August 26,
2005 |
Shutterbug Magazine Show, wsradio.com
Guest on photography/travel show
Topic: Germany and Tahiti photos
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September 29,
2005 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Santa Fe
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December 8 ,
2005 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Hong Kong
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December 17,
2005 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Guest on “Let’s Talk Trains”
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January 28,
2006 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Guest on “Let’s Talk Trains”
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February 9,
2006 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Guest on 100th “Travel Hub” show
Topic: Vancouver
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March 2,
2006 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: San Francisco
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April 27,
2006 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: St. Petersburg, Russia
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July 17,
2006 |
Radio Sandy Springs, AM 1620, radiosandysprings.com
Guest appearance on “Escapes” with The Trip Chicks
Topic: Travel writing tips
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August 10,
2006 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Santa Barbara Film Tour Book
Finland’s Summer Solstice
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August 13,
2006 |
Travel Talk Radio broadcast
Guest appearance
Topic: "Teach Yourself Travel Writing" book
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August 31,
2006 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Scotland |
November 2,
2006 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Northern Italy
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December 21,
2006 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Poland
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February 8,
2007 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Machu Picchu & Peru
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May 17,
2007 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: London
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July 19,
2007 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: New York City
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October 21,
2007 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Lake Constance (Germany, Austria, Switzerland)
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April 27,
2008 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Puerto Vallarta and Destination Weddings
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August 23,
2008 |
Travel’n On Radio Show, traveln-on.com
Special correspondent
Topic: Lake Constance (Germany, Austria, Switzerland)
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September 30,
2008 |
Travel’n On Radio Show, traveln-on.com
Special correspondent
Topic: Spain
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October 24,
2008 |
Shutterbug Magazine Show, wsradio.com
Guest on photography/travel show
Topic: American Whiskey Trail
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November 23,
2008 |
World Talk Radio Show, worldtalkradio.com
Host No Passport Required segment on “Travel Hub”
Topic: Royal Caribbean CruiseTours
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November 25,
2008 |
Travel’n On Radio Show, traveln-on.com
Special correspondent
Topic: American Whiskey Trail
Royal Caribbean CruiseTours
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January 6,
2009 |
Travel’n On Radio Show, traveln-on.com
Special correspondent
Topic: Bob Hope Chrysler Classic Golf Tournament
La Quinta Resort
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March 31,
2009 |
Travel’n On Radio Show, traveln-on.com
Special correspondent
Topic: Istanbul |
Television: |
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March 28,
2002 |
"Good Day" KDFW Fox-TV Morning Show, Dallas, TX
Guest appearance
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March 30,
2002 |
"News 8 Saturday" WFAA-TV Weekend Show, Dallas, TX
Guest appearance
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November 1,
2002 |
KUSI-TV, San Diego, CA
Featured in BookCrossing Segment
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November
2004 |
“Troubleshooter” with Marti Emerald, KGTV 10 News, San Diego, CA
Guest appearance
Topic: Savvy traveler
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February 11,
2006 |
KUSI-TV, San Diego, CA
Guest appearance
Topic: Valentine’s Day Getaways
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July 1,
2006 |
KZSW-TV, Temecula, CA
Guest appearance
Topic: National and international summer getaways
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August 19,
2006
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KZSW-TV, Temecula, CA
Guest appearance
Topic: Travel getaways
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Classes & Appearances: |
January 7,
2004 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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January 17,
2004 |
Presenter in San Diego Writer's Workshop
Sponsored by The Learning Annex |
February 12,
2004 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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March 5-7,
2004 |
Whidbey Island Writers' Conference, Whidbey, WA
Presenter/instructor "Travel Writing"
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March 8-9,
2004 |
Whidbey Island Writers' Post-Conference Workshop, Whidbey, WA
Co-presenter intensive two-day Travel Writers Retreat
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March 15,
2004 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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April 24-25,
2004 |
Travel Writing Workshop/Field Trip*, San Diego, CA
Presenter of intensive two-day Travel Writers Workshop |
May 13,
2004 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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May 22,
2004 |
10th Anniversary of San Diego Book Awards Association, San Diego, CA
Received award in Non-Fiction: How-To and Reference category Published Books for the Year 2003
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June 30,
2004 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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August 4,
2004 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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September 29,
2004 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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November 8,
2004 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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December 13,
2004 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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February 1,
2005 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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March 8,
2005 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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April 20,
2005 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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May 25,
2005 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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June 29,
2005 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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August 8,
2005 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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January 31,
2006 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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March 27,
2006 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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May 3,
2006 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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June 27,
2006 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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August 7,
2006 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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September 20,
2006 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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October 25,
2006 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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December 5,
2006 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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January 16,
2007 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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March 1-4,
2007 |
Whidbey Island Writers’ Conference, Whidbey, WA
Presenter/instructor “Travel Writing”
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April 11
2007 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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May 22,
2007 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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September 19,
2007 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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October 2,
2007 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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November 26,
2007 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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January 17,
2008 |
The Learning Annex, San Diego, CA
“How to Become a Successful Travel Writer” class
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*Travel Writers' Workshop/Field 858-350-8658 cynthiadial1@yahoo.com
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