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    Carlos Melia,Travel Agent. Luxury Travel Curator & Blogger. Wedding Planner. Public Relations & Marketing

    For the last 30 years I have travelled and lived all over the world. Experiential and worldwide travel expertise.

    My firm commitment to you, and main purpose of my blog is - Been There Done That. All travel services and products to be reviewed, offered and featured, have previously been experienced, tested and approved personally by me.

    At CarlosMeliaBlog I speak Gay, but I am also fluent in Straight. Everyone is welcome, everyone.

    Former Mr Gay International 2008, I work along the main LGBT organizations worldwide, in pro of our rights and to assure everyone that indeed It will be Better.

    Hope you enjoy this trip and look forward hearing your feedback and comments. CM


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Archive for "Mar 13 2011"

Holiday Inn Galleria Hotel

Mar 13 2011
Filed In: Manila, The Philippines

Holiday Inn Galleria Hotel | Manila, Philippines |  coming to Manila and looking for a comfortable, affordable and well located hotel. Then take a look at the Holiday Inn Galleria. Located in Pasig City, just right next to the Shopping Mall.

The hotel is basic, but well located, clean, offering free access to the Gold’s Gym. Outdoor Pool area, multiple restaurant options, both at the hotel and in the Mall. My favorite was the central location, the views from the rooms (try to book high floors), the gym and the full buffet breakfast. CM

(*) Holiday Inn Galleria is part of the select list of preffered by CM by Carlos Melia Collection. For bookings or inquiries do not hesitate to contact me. carlos@carlosmelia.com | 646.460.6045 | Toll Free US. 800.729.7472 ext 205

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Mr Gay World 2011 is South Africa


Filed In: Manila, Mr Gay World, The Philippines

Mr Gay World 2011 is South Africa | Manila, The Philippines |  it is 2AM in Manila and the 2011 Mr Gay World has been crowned. Francois Nel from South Africa the new Mr Gay World. A great night for the African continent, Charl Van Den Berg – now former Mr Gay World, also from South Africa has passed his duty to Francois. As if this was not enough, Johannesburg has been chosen to be the 2012 hosting city for the Mr Gay World 2012 competition.


The event took place at renown CLUB MWAH in Manila, with the presence of LGBT and mainstream personalities from The Philippines and the rest of the world. A night full of excitement, adrenaline and charm. Club Mwah wow the audience with several shows, performing for the first time their upcoming show BURLESQUE.
Francois charmed the judges and the crowd with his charisma, speech, personality and beauty, becoming the Mr Gay World 2011, and International Ambassador for the Gay community. Picture above from right to left – Authorities of the South African Tourism Board, Coenie W. Kukkuk – Mr Gay World South Africa Producer, Francois Nel - Mr Gay World 2011 and myself Carlos Melia - Director for South/Central America, The Caribbean and Mexico.

Johannesburg was also presented during the night as the host capital for the upcoming Mr Gay World 2012.  We are all very excited about Johannesburg, and for all you out there THE SEARCH is about to begin once again.
Michael Holtz – Mr Gay World USA came very close to Francois, turning into the first runner up. So congratulations to Michael, the United States and Jarl Haudegal - Producer of Mr Gay World USA. CM

(*) To see the full photo album of Mr Gay World 2011, please check my set on Flickr Mr Gay World 2011 by Carlos Melia. Press and Media, use of this videos and photos is authorized only if crediting as follows: MGW2011 Photos and Video courtesy of CM by Carlos Melia | www.carlosmeliablog.com

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I AM VIRTUOSO Defining Moments in Travel


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I AM VIRTUOSO Defining Moments in Travel |  CM by Carlos Melia |  Virtuoso® is a network of the world’s finest travel agencies with knowledgeable advisors who draw upon first-hand experience to craft the perfect vacation for you. Virtuoso affiliated travel advisors have global connections with the best hotels, cruise lines, airlines and tour companies. For you, this means access to exclusive travel offers that you can’t get on your own, along with your best value for the money. That’s the Virtuoso difference.

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