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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

Eat Me Bangkok never disappoints you

Eat Me Bangkok never disappoints you | Bangkok, Thailand | Fabulous Restaurant. Hidden. Secret. Never a dissapointment. No attitude are the words to define this hidden gem in the heart of Bangkok. Of course, the name can be a bit of a turn off, assuming it will be an over the top pretentious restaurant. And it is indeed, but in the best way possible. From the bar tender to the Darren his owner, they will all make you feel so welcomed and cozy that you will just feel like at the living room of your own home, with the twist of great cocktails, ambiance and fusion dishes. Eat Me, was inspired by the classic of Alice in Wonderland. A cake with “EAT ME” on it causes Alice to grow to such a tremendous size her head hits the ceiling, well in this case, I felt that my tummy was growing to he point of bursting.

Ban Chiang Traditional THAI Cuisine in Silom

Ban Chiang THAI Restaurant Silom | Bangkok, Thailand | Melting pot for the international crews of every single airline in the world, Ban Chiang is a charming Thai Restaurant where flavors, scents and great traditional Thai cuisine meet simile street food in style with excellent prices and atmosphere. Your choose, you ma seat outside or inside a typical Thai house, with tree floors and most important during this time of the year… air conditioning. Not local enough, but not touristic either, it is a great option for those looking for a first full Thai meal in Bangkok, without paying high prices. Located just behind the Holiday Inn hotel in the area of Silom.

Four Season Tented Camp Thailand

Four Season Tented Camp Thailand | Golden Triangle, Thailand | If there was a hotel I visited in 2011, that went above and beyond any expectations, was the Four Seasons Tented Camp at Golden Triangle in the northern region of Thailand, right on the border with Lao and Burma. How about combining the best of Four Seasons signature luxury, style and customer service, with the exuberant beauty of the bamboo jungles of Chiang Rai province in the outdoors, surrounded by a local Elephants camp, Burmese chanting monks in the mornings and serene waters of the Mekong River. How would I define and summarize this experience, simply like this… train to become a Mahout, live with the elephants in full luxury, enjoy all-inclusive adventures, spoil yourself at their full service outdoor spa and dine like a king or queen.

Amulet and Talisman Market in Bangkok

Amulet and Talisman Market in Bangkok | Bangkok, Thailand | During your visit to the ChinaTown in Bangkok, which by the way, prides itself to be the oldest ChinaTown in the entire world, you must save sometime to visit the Amulet Market. Located next to the Wat Mahathat, between Maharat Road and the river, the biggest amulet market in Bangkok. Mingle with the local crowd, monks and tourist and be amazed by the things you will find and surprised by those that people praise to.

Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall Bangkok

Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall Bangkok | Bangkok, Thailand | Also know as the White Marble Palace, a prestigious hall, former reception hall within Dusit Palace in which to court visiting dignitaries, hold state council meetings and royal occasions. An Italian neo-classical Renaissance architecture, Ordered by King Rama V (1907) and finished in the reign of King Rama VI. Commissioned to the architects Mario Tamagno and Annibale Rigotti. Used as Parliament House until 1974, nowadays it is open to the public every day except on Chulalongkorn Day (23 October), the King’s birthday (5 December) and the Queen’s birthday (12 August).

Nine Lounge and Bar Phuket Thailand

Nine Lounge and Bar Phuket Thailand | Phuket, Thailand | I would have to say that Nine Lounge & Bar was my favorite bar in Phuket which you may refer to as a gay bar if you wish, but goes far beyond from that. Next to Lim’s Restaurant, fantastic Thai Food. Great drinks, beautiful indoor/outdoor design. Regardless gay or straight, the place to be seen in Phuket, after 10PM till the music fades away or you decide to move on to Soi Paradise. Conde Nast Traveller included them into their 2009 Hotlist of World’s Best Bars. Ask for my friend David there, and tell him Carlos Melia sent you, maybe you’ll get a drink on me, or an extra shot of vodka in your drink. CM

Carlos Melia’s video tour of Thailand by dot429.com

Carlos Melia’s video tour of Thailand by dot429.com | dot429.com | Thank you dot429.com for the write up and video about myself and my amazing two month research trip to Thailand. I look forward sharing my videos and post from www.carlosmeliablog.com with all the members and followers at dot429.com all 2012. For those not familiar with dot429.com, is an online and event-driven professional social network. Through social media, inspiring events and an online magazine, dot429 creates opportunities and connections for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender business leaders. Connect, engage, discover, inspire at dot429.com. Do not miss the brand new blog Thailand Gay Travel with all my travel stories and new ones from others. CM