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The Grateful Gardenia is a blog dedicated to living a happy, healthy, stylish life at every age.

LOOKING BACK ON 2018

December 18, 2018 janet gunn
Hotel Figueroa

Hotel Figueroa

Looking back at 2018 was a year filled with opportunities, adventures, and meeting fabulous people!

Not only was it a fun travel year, but it was also a year of non-stop events, diving into technology and falling in love with Downtown LA.

My favorite thing about being a blogger is the constant discovery of the special places in your own backyard. These last few months I had a strong desire to get back to where and why I began this blogging journey. It’s like hitting the refresh button and it’s given me a new perspective and appreciation for a simple idea… Discovery of a passion and sharing that with others.

Havana, Cuba

Havana, Cuba

VAMOS A CUBA!

What I love about Cuba; Cuba was a destination I personally had always wanted to go to. It was the people that I was intrigued by the most. After all, Ernest Hemingway wrote about Cuba from a place that made you want to discover the mystery. The contrast of the dilapidated buildings and the warmth of the locals said it all.

We had the chance to meet one of Cuba's top young entrepreneurs Carlos Garcia, the founder of Kewelta. Carlos is leading the way for technology and his office is around the corner from the Hotel Nacional. We were invited to his office to meet his team, and talking with them left you with certainty that this group of young entrepreneurs are switched on! Read on for more information for visiting Cuba.

Ojai, California Caravan Outpost

Ojai, California Caravan Outpost

DISCONNECT TO RECONNECT - CARAVAN OUTPOST

Ok, can we talk about one of the best local staycations in Los Angeles? The fact that I can hop in my car and be in Ojai at Caravan Outpost and kicking back in an hour is music to my ears. My friend and fellow blogger Melissa Meyers were thrilled to discover this special spot and we can’t wait to return. It’s a must!

Hvar, Croatia

Hvar, Croatia

WELCOME TO HVAR CROATIA

Probably one of the best vacation spots our family has ever been on. Who knew Croatia was such a special and sacred location that would elevate our love of travel. It’s a hotspot destination right now and well worth a google. The people, the food, the water… and the price!

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For 2019, I hope it’s a year filled with discovering your passions. We really never know what awaits us on the other side of that door. It’s our job to do the work, discover what makes us tick… that’s the laboratory to our soul.


Happy New Year! Thank you so much for joining me on this journey!

Blessings to you and your family,

xoxo

Janet

In Travel Tags veronica beard, clare v, cuba, Croatia, italy, dtla, ojai, airstreams, away luggage, calpak, heys luggage
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