Meet Carlos Melia, ALCHEMY DMC new Sales Partner for the United States and Global LGBTQ+ Sales Partner

A native Argentinian, with over 28-year career as agent and supplier to travel agents across the globe, Carlos is an ideal partner as ALCHEMY DMC expands into the USA.

After many years of working with the region, Carlos has a great understanding and comprehension of the South American market. His well rounded knowledge of luxury and experiential travel services, combined with solid key relationships with suppliers and experiences, makes him a true destination expert on Argentina and Chile.

Carlos holds a BA in Hotel & Restaurant Management. He is a founding member of Belmond Hotels, Trains and River Cruises LGBT Advisory Board; a founding member of the Travel Agents Luxury Advisory Board for Bürgenstock Selection first class Swiss hospitality; and will be joining the VIRTUOSO Preview Advisory Board for Cheval Blanc Hotel Paris, part of the LVMH group.

With Carlos’ addition to our team and his proven expertise in catering to the Global LGBTQ+ segment, ALCHEMY DMC is proud to join him on welcoming LGBTQ+ travelers to the region. In 1990, living in Buenos Aires, Carlos launched the first openly gay inbound travel agency, promoting Argentina, Chile and Uruguay. In 2008 Carlos moved to the US and founded Luxury Gay Travel Network, a site and network connecting mainstream luxury travel and hospitality suppliers to leading LGBTQ+ travel professionals and press around the world. Visit www.lgtnetwork.com

Today Carlos is a citizen of the world living in New York City. He travels extensively, curating the world of Luxury Travel & Lifestyle, one destination at the time. His Instagram, and blog, CarlosMeliaBlog, are ranked among the “TOP 100 Luxury Travel Blogs”.

For many exciting opportunities in the South American market, contact Carlos Melia:
E-mail: carlos@alchemydmc.com / US Phone: +1 917 754 5515