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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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Posts Tagged "New York"

CITIBikes take on New York

May 10 2013
Filed In: FeaturedSlider, New York, Tours, United States

Spring / Summer season 2013 is here … so BIKE New York. CitiBikes has arrived, finally, to the Big Apple, same as London, Paris, Lyon among many other top cities around the world. Very smart move CitiBank. !!!

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Korean BBQ at Kang Suh Restaurant


Filed In: FeaturedSlider, New York, Restaurants, United States

I cannot ever get enough of Korean BBQ nor Saporo Japanese Beer. During my last trip to Philippines, a few years ago, I was introduced to both Korean BBQ and Shabu-Shabu and since then I have become addicted to it. One of the bests spots in New York for this, is right in the heart of Manhattan on 32nd street, on the little street between 5th and 6th Ave which is known as Little Korea.

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Sunday Brunch at Dovetail UWS

Apr 21 2013
Filed In: FeaturedSlider, New York, Restaurants, United States

Every week my two best friends Alex and Michael, and I we get together for lunch or dinner, and we explore new options around New York, or any other city in the world we are together. This week has been Sunday Brunch, as as most of the times, Michael – Chief Concierge at the Waldorf Towers did the picking. He took us, on this GORGEOUS Spring day, all the way up to the UWS – Upper West Side, to try Dovetail.

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Green Flea Market in UWS Manhattan


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Back in New York since last night, and today I got together with my two best friends, for a lovely lunch at Dovetail on the UWS. After a heavy brunch and to enjoy the beginning of the Spring season, since the day was gorgeous, we decided t walk and stopped at this charming Flea Market, which opens every Sunday from 10AM till closing. Green Flea Market, a nice alternative outdoor activity while in Manhattan. Columbus Avenue between W. 76 & 77 Streets, UWS. Food, vintage clothes, furniture and much more.

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24th Annual GLAAD Media Awards New York

Mar 17 2013
Filed In: Carlos Melia, Events Worldwide, FeaturedSlider, Featuredtravelvideo3, Gay Networking, GPS Carlos Melia, Unique Travel Experiences

So last night, both Rubin and I assisted to the 24th Annual GLAAD Media Awards gala dinner, which took place at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City, honoring Anderson Cooper with special guests like Madonna.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME

Mar 13 2013
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Yesterday was my Birthday and I enjoyed the entire day a total Dolce Far Niente mood. 39 years old, and feeling at the top of my game. As I said a long while ago, I feel so empowered by my partner, friends and family. Beyond grateful with life and absolutely NO REGRETS. A private moment, that I would like to briefly share with all of you, my dear followers worldwide.

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DEGUSTATION Wine & Tasting Bar

Mar 11 2013
Filed In: FeaturedSlider, New York, Restaurants, United States

Yesterday both Rubin and I were invited to join a lovely couple for drinks at the East Village. When we asked for the name of the restaurant, they told us Degustation, so we got ready for a heavy night on drinks and no food. Well we could not be more wrong. Our afternoon turn into a fantastic gourmet experience in a very intimate atmosphere, with at tasting me of seven steps chosen by the Chef.

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Tags: DEGUSTATION, East Village, Jack Lamb, Jack's Luxury Oyster Bar, Jewel Bako, Manhattan, New York, Nicholas Licata, Restaurant, Rubin Singer, United States

GPS Carlos Melia from White BIG APPLE

Mar 08 2013
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I am back in New York City, and this morning we woke up to see a full white coated frosted Big Apple. One of the nicest views of Manhattan, till it stops and all becomes black and muddy. But hey beauty doesn’t last forever right, so enjoy it and share it before it fades away.

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Customer Feedback Joe, Erik & Jonathan

Mar 01 2013
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More Customer’s Feedback. This time all the way from London. This are clients of mine from New York on their second trip with me, this time to London. Glad you guys are having a lovely time based on the itinerary I planned for you. Enjoy !!!!

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Customer Feedback Thomas R. Koveleskie

Feb 22 2013
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Customer Feedback. by Thomas R. Koveleskie and his experiences in Munich, Germany using CM by Carlos Melia global bespoke travel services. …” Working with Carlos made planning my recent trip to Germany a breeze…”

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