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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.

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Posts Tagged "Cape Town"

Customer Feedback Charl Du Toit

Mar 05 2013
Filed In: Customer Feedback

And the Customer’s Feedback keep coming and coming. This time all the way from Bangkok, Thailand, from both Charl and his partner Andre. They said …” Hey Carlos Melia thank you for your recommendation and assistance with our booking at the Hotel Mercy Bangkok. Awesome Place !…”

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Tags: Bangkok, Cape Town, Customer Feedback, MUSE Hotel, South Africa, Thailand

Alternative hidden experiences in the Capes, South Africa

Aug 01 2012
Filed In: 429Magazine, Africa, Carlos Melia, Hermanus, in the News, South Africa, Wine Country

Alternative hidden experiences in the Capes, South Africa | 429MAGAZINE | My weekly column on Luxury Gay Travel for 429MAGAZINE at dot429 is OUT and ONLINE. Check it out. !!! This week on Alternative hidden experiences in the Capes, South Africa. Check it out.!! CM @ Carlos Melia Recommends

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Tags: Auberge Quartier Francais, Been There Done That, Birkenhead House, Cape Town, Carlos Melia, Carlos Melia Recommends, carlosmeliablog, CM by Carlos Melia, Gansbaai, Gay, Gay Travel, Great White Shark, Hermanus, IGLTA, International Press, La Residence, LGBT, Luxury Gay Travel, Press, Relais & Châteaux, Rhino Africa, South Africa, South African Airways, Winelands

Travel Pop Art – A regular month in the Life of Carlos Melia

May 10 2012
Filed In: Carlos Melia, Hotel Check IN

Travel Pop Art – A regular month in the Life of Carlos Melia | Carlos Melia | The story of my life written with great passion and pleasure. Pop Art made out of Hotel Keys, my homes away from home. Thank you to the support of all independent and chain hotels around the world, always a pleasure to work with you all. CM

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Orient-Express welcomes the International LGBT Community

Jan 01 2012
Filed In: Featured, Orient-Express

welcoming the international LGBT Community to their stunning and unique properties, and destinations with open arms. Certainly A Journey Like no other. Find out more and see the list of properties participating @ Orient-Express. CM

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Le Quartier Francais Boutique Hotel

Oct 03 2011
Filed In: Africa, Cape Town, Featured, South Africa, Wine Country

Le Quartier Francais Boutique Hotel | Franschhoek, South Africa | Exclusive boutique hotel situated in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, only over and hour away from Cape Town and minutes away from Stellenbosch. The perfect hotel to experience South Africa’s most renown and fine wine region. Tucked away in secluded gardens, with beautiful views, it is a fairytale-like haven of tranquility.

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Chapman’s Peak Drive Scenic route Cape Town


Filed In: Africa, Cape Town, South Africa

Chapman’s Peak Drive Scenic route Cape Town | Cape Town, South Africa | one of the most stunning and beautiful drives, along the cost of the Western Cape, from Noordhoek to Hout Bay. Among top in the list of MUST DO while visiting Cape Town. During our drive back to Cape Town, after a full day tour of the Western Cape, including Cape of Good Hope, our driver took us through Chapman’s Peak Drive, promising one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. And he was absolutely right.

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Mount Nelson Hotel by Orient-Express Cape Town

Sep 30 2011
Filed In: Africa, Cape Town, Featured, South Africa

Mount Nelson Hotel by Orient-Express Cape Town | Cape Town, South Africa | A trade mark of Cape Town, Set in a lush garden estate in the heart of this fantastic destination , the Mount Nelson Hotelencapsulates the true spirit of Orient-Express. From the moment you pass through their grand entrance, to the welcome drink at their lobby and the walk to your room or cottage in my case, you get to experience luxury and guest service at its premium class without excesses. Situated close by Table Mountain and Cape Town’s spectacular beaches, it offers easy access to all that’s happening in this vibrant city, while its gardens and spa are an oasis of calm.

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MannaBay Fine Boutique Hotel Cape Town

Sep 29 2011
Filed In: Cape Town, South Africa

MannaBay Fine Boutique Hotel Cape Town | Cape Town, South Africa | My last three fabulous days I spent in Cape Town where at this small charming and lovely fine boutique hotel by the name of MannaBay. At the foot of the Table Mountain is Cape Town’s latest and most elegant boutique guesthouse, right in the heart of the city, MannaBay has just seven uniquely designed suites that set the bar for contemporary luxury. If you are looking for luxury, personalized professional service, attention to detail and great breakfast or high tea, do not look anymore.

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GPS Carlos Melia Mardi Gras Cape Town

Sep 24 2011
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GPS Carlos Melia Mardi Gras Cape Town | Cape Town, South Africa | My local friends and my friends getting ready for Mardi Gras party in Cape Town. Gosh what has happened to me… But I must admit I am loving the hair style. CM

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The Neighbourgoods Market at The Old Biscuit Mill


Filed In: Africa, Cape Town, Featured, South Africa

The Neighbourgoods Market at The Old Biscuit Mill | Cape Town, South Africa | Do you want to see and mingle with lots of locals, while enjoying great food from the farms around Cape Town? Are you into organic food and farms at all? The you must take your Saturday morning off and come to The Neighbourgoods Market at The Old Biscuit Mill. A must are the thin crust pizzas, the paella and my favorite the Cider. If you have a palate for innovative products, then the Mill Market is just for you.

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