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  • Welcome to CarlosMeliaBlog

    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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GPS Carlos Melia on my way to Europe

Jun 21 2012
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GPS Carlos Melia on my way to Europe | New York, United States | At La Guardi Airport, taking my United Airlines flight to Washington to coonect to my international flight. Yes, I am on my way to Europe right now – Berlin, Istanbul, London, Bath, Costwolds and Stratfford to review the new Business Class [...]

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Berlin – Istanbul – London here I come

Jun 15 2012
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Berlin – Istanbul – London here I come | Hey dear followers, next week I am going on tour once again. This time to several destinations in Europe. Pride Season is on and I am taking of to key cities at the Old Continent. So stay tuned since I will be reviewing several destinations, hotels, tours and restaurants. The itinerary will be:

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Thailand welcomes LGBT Press & Travel Professionals in Luxury

Mar 20 2012
Filed In: Bangkok, Carlos Melia, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle, in the News, Krabi, Phuket, Thailand, Travel Update

Thailand welcomes LGBT Press & Travel Professionals in Luxury | Bangkok, Thailand | The Tourism Authority of Thailand – New York office and CarlosMeliaBlog.com are proud and pleased to welcome and announce the first ever, official Gay and Lesbian Media and Travel educational/promotional trip to Thailand the Land of Smiles. Leading members of the LGBT Press and Travel Professionals from United States and Canada will arrive tomorrow to Bangkok to experience Thailand and all its highlights in a ten days itinerary that will cover Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Golden Triangle. Go Thai Be Free. !!!! Sawadee. Thailand Gay Travel / Thailand Gay Travel Blog. Some of the leading media outlets where you will be able to read about this trip are: GayTravel.com, Passport Magazine, DOT429.com, Xtra.com, Queerty.com and GayCities.com. We are also very proud count among our travel professionals members of IGLTA, Virtuoso and Signature Travel.

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Onboard Orient-Express Train to Singapore

Mar 11 2012
Filed In: Bangkok, Bucket List, Carlos Melia, GPS Carlos Melia, LIVE Carlos Melia, Orient-Express, Others, Singapore, Thailand, Tour, Tours, Trains, Travel Update

Onboard Orient-Express Train to Singapore | Bangkok to Singapore | Just Checked IN at the South East Asia Orient-Express Train from Bangkok Thailand to Singapore via Malaysia. Will be offline till next Wednesday when I arrive to Singapore on a debauchery of luxury and style for my 38th Birthday. Special thanks to Tom and all [...]

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GPS Carlos Melia Back in Thailand

Feb 29 2012
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GPS Carlos Melia Back in Thailand | Bangkok, Thailand | Waking up this morning in Bangkok. Opening the windows of my apartment and seeing the old style Thai Houses, the perfect temperature, the smells in the air….. Now having a great breakfast next to the pool. I know now why I choose Thailand over and over. I feel like home here. Later on today, tea at Four Seasons with my my friend Nicola and Lady Gaga’s Press Conference Party at the Paragon. Bangkok ROCKS !!!! So happy to be back for a month, it feels like I never left.

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My Birthday onboard Orient-Express Train South East Asia

Feb 24 2012
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My Birthday onboard the Orient-Express Train in South East Asia | Thailand, Malaysia & Singapore | Getting my TUXEDO and suits ready. YEAH. !!!!! My Birthday (March 12) onboard of the Orient-Express Train for four nights crossing South East Asia, from Bangkok to Malaysia and Singapore is CONFIRMED !!!! Another aspect of Luxurious travel. Can’t wait !!!! Dress Code FORMAL. I love it. Indeed A Journey Like no Other by Orient-Express. A total of 4 days and 3 nights onboard the Epic Orient-Express Train. Travel from Bangkok across the beautiful scenery that Thailand offers, past the legendary River Kwai and onwards to Malaysia. Enjoy the sights of colonial Georgetown and Fort Cornwallis, before crossing the causeway over the Straits of Johor to the elegant city of Singapore. Items #04 and #05 from 2012 Carlos Melia Travel Bucket List Checked out. Still 16 more to go. CM

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I choose THAILAND over and over Travel Update

Feb 23 2012
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I choose THAILAND over and over | Carlos Melia | I CHOOSE THAILAND. !!! I can choose from any destination in the world. But over and over I personally choose THAILAND. That is why I am heading back for another month of adventures and to spend my birthday there on the Orient-Express Train from Bangkok to Singapore. Destinations I will be covering during the next two months at www.carlosmeliablog.com are: Thailand ( 29th FEB – 02nd APR including Bangkok + Chiang Rai + Chiang Mai + Golden Triangle). Orient-Express Train Bangkok to Singapore (mid March). Dubai (02nd – 05th APR). New York (05th – 07th APR). Brazil (07th – 16th APR including Florianopolis and Rio de Janeiro). Argentina (16th APR – 13th May). Stay Tuned. !!! Carlos Melia and Thailand Gay Travel . PS. Anyone around these destinations ? Contact me. !!! Cheers. CM

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Travel Update Le Sereno and St. Barth here I go

Feb 11 2012
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Travel Update Le Sereno and St. Barth here I go | Saint Barthelemy | Next Monday, I am heading for the first time to the idilic French West Indies of St. Barth. Emerged as one of the world’s most elegant and fashionable resorts. Frequented primarily by an upscale clientele, attracts discriminating travelers who favor an exclusive vacation spot. I am being hosted by Le Sereno Hotel, an intimate, elegant sanctuary. A beachfront gem with 37 exquisitely furnished suite and villas.

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CarlosMeliaBlog says present to IGLTA Global Convention 2012

Feb 07 2012
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CarlosMeliaBlog says present to IGLTA Global Convention 2012 | Florianopolis, Brazil | Still two month away, but CarlosMeliaBlog has already confirmed participation to the upcoming 2012 IGLTA Global Convention to take place at the idilic Florianopolis in Brazil. The International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association’s Annual Global Convention is the world’s premier educational and networking event for the LGBT tourism industry. Join us in Florianopolis, Brazil 12-14 April, 2012 for our 29th conference – the first in South America. This year’s educational programming will showcase ways to tap into the incredible growth of South America’s LGBT market while also providing key information for expanding your LGBT business globally.

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Carlos Melia TRAVEL UPDATE

Jan 14 2012
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Good Morning everyone.!!! Last two days in Buenos Aires after two great weeks exploring restaurants, shows and hotels, but most important spending time with my family. But don’t cry for me Argentina, I will be back in May. Tomorrow off on American Airlines to Miami invited by the Setai Resort South Beach, where I will [...]

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    Buenos Aires, Argentina
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    September 30th - October 3rd, 2013
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