Archive for the "Bangkok" Category

GoThaiBeFree.com LGBT Microsite by Tourism Thailand

GoThaiBeFree.com LGBT Microsite by Tourism Thailand | GoThaiBeFree.com | After many month of joint work and collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, local hotels, tour operators and restaurants, and several visits to Thailand, which will always stay close and dear to my heart, I am happy and proud to share and announce, that the first ever official and fully dedicated Asian destination LGBT Microsite by a Tourism Board, is up and online. This shows the interest, respect and commitment of Thailand as a destination, toward the international Gay Travelers, in a true Buddhist spirit. You will find many of my photos and collaborations on the site, like one above on the main banner, of me seating contemplating Phranang Beach from my villa at the Rayavadee Resort in Krabi. Mai Pen Rai Thailand it has been a pleasure to work with you all along this six month, and thank you for trusting CarlosMeliaBlog.com and myself for this project – www.gothaibefree.com check it out. !!! CM

Baan Suk Jai Bed & Breakfast Bangkok

Baan Suk Jai Bed & Breakfast Bangkok | Bangkok, Thailand | Stay as a local, while you enjoy this personalized, friendly, comfortable and informal Bed and Breakfast only minutes away from the main attraction of Bangkok. A complex of Thai houses, almost unique in the city, run by both Molly, the owner and Pen, the local Thai lady that will show you what local camaraderie and Thai cuisine are supposed to be. Unpretentious, welcoming, cozy and overall great value for money/comfort/experience.

The Siam Hotel Bangkok almost ready to open

The Siam Hotel Bangkok almost ready to open | Bangkok, Thailand | The soon to be open The Siam Hotel Bangkok is almost finished and ready to welcome their first guests in less than 63 days. Yesterday Jason Friedman – General Manager, welcomed me and a selected group of the LGBT Press and Travel Professionals to show us this stunning hotel which will change the concept of luxury and hospitality in Bangkok. Rooms will range from USD 400 on. The Siam Hotel is the first hotel in Asia to be signed by Virtuoso previous opening, mostly due to Friedman’s successful career as a hotelier and administration of previous leading properties, such as the Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle.

30 Thousand Buddhist Monks take over Bangkok

30 Thousand Buddhist Monks take over Bangkok | Bangkok, Thailand | This morning at 7AM the streets on Chinatown in Bangkok, where literally taken over by a sort of Buddhist Monks Flash Mov, commemorating the Buddha Enlightenment and the 84th. Birthday of King Rama IX. 30 thousand Buddhist monks, gathered from corners of Thailand at 6.30AM in the morning at Chinatown to collect the Alms Giving by the local Thai people.

Thailand welcomes LGBT Press & Travel Professionals in Luxury

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.

Onboard Orient-Express Train to Singapore

Tweet 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 [...]

ISSAYA Siamese Club

ISSAYA Siamese Club | Bangkok, Thailand | Brand new restaurant in Sathorn, Bangkok by renown acclaimed Thai Chef Ian Kittichai. At Issaya Siamese Club, Kittichai incorporates modern Thai cuisine and style with a relaxed atmosphere of lounge, bar, hip garden party vibe – all in an historical 1920s Thai home and its tropical gardens in central Bangkok. The concept and cuisine is certain to excite sensibilities that crave exceptional Thai dishes, artful unique ambience, and exceptional experiences.

GPS Carlos Melia Grand Palace and Reclining Buddha

GPS Carlos Melia Grand Palace and Reclining Buddha | Bangkok, Thailand | Yesterday, under the blazing sun and heavy humidity of Bangkok, I was determined to visit for the third time in my life, two of my favorite landmarks of the city, which are the Royal Grand Palace, with the Emerald Buddha and just next to it, Wat Po where you will find the stunning Reclining Buddha.

Pre Birthday Celebration onboard APSARA River Cruise

Pre Birthday Celebration onboard APSARA River Cruise | Bangkok, Thailand | The Birthday Celebrations had began early.. still 3 days left and already in the spirit. Thank you APSARA Dinner Cruise by Banyan Tree Hotels for a fabulous dinner along the Chao Phraya River last night. Just stunning. Views of Wat Arun last night during the Chao Phraya River Cruise by Banyan Tree Hotels in Bangkok Thailand. I strongly recommend this dinning experience to anyone visiting Bangkok.

Stay online with truemove in Thailand

Stay online with truemove in Thailand | Bangkok, Thailand | If you are obsessed with being online and not willing to pay exhorbitant roaming and data plan cost, the pay attention to this TIP. True, local phone company, offers WiFi Unlimitted Packages by the hour, day or month. Hotspot all over Bangkok. I got my 1 Month Prepaid Unlimited WiFI card for just BHT 300 (USD 10). High speed and great coverage. Now you have no more excuses not to stay online, and share all your photos, videos and expiriences while exploring the City of Smiles. CM