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One of the most common questions I get asked on my blog is, “Do you really own a hotel?”. Well, the answer is no! The Hotel Careyfornia joke started years ago with my friend Hugo. Since I traveled for 13 years starting in 1990 and didn’t even have a home the last 5 of those years; when I finally bought my home in California and actually had a place to live, my friends starting visiting in droves. It helped that where I live is pretty centrally located and close to everything from the beach to the Hollywood Bowl. My Dad made the infamous sign 4 years ago for my 40th birthday, and the rest is history. We now have towels and placemats and the sky’s the limit! We were busy again this weekend when David & Rebecca visited with the three girls. Speaking of the Hollywood Bowl, we had a great time there watching Jewel & Michael Feinstein perform with the Los Angeles Symphony Orchestra. Hope everyone had a great weekend!
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that’d be really cool if you did. what do you do?
so it would be more like a bed & breakfast
I’ve added “Hold the Hotel Careyfornia” sign on my to-do list.
having friends visit is always a great way to enjoy life! who’s the little guy in the red shirt – he looks like a fun kid! peace, Al
I saw the pics on facebook already.
Oh Carey! It’s almost a year since I flew in to LA!!!
Oh gosh… that little boy is so cute!
wow 13 years of travel? how did u earn all the money needed to sustain your hobby!
and ryc: who’s the lucky girl?
u mean who’s the lucky guy..mwa ha ha ha.
@xpcabocy - I’m just a boring business man :)
@mr_faust - You can be my marketing guy!
@wherethefishlives - Wow! I made someone’s Bucket List. That’s a first! Thanks Sam!!
@pukemeister - That was a random kid. He saw my camera and smiled instantly!
@Dezinerdreams - Yep, a year and a week ago tomorrow you first checked in! A true VIP! http://careygly.xanga.com/669021158/the-best-little-kennel-boutique-hotel–parking-garage-in-southern-california/
@ElusiveWords - Isn’t he a doll?
@straw_hut - My company paid for all my travel…that’s how I saved money to live where I live now! ryc: I wish!
hey thanks for stopping by my xtv! Sorry my brother wasn’t around.
Are you on Facebook?
@CareyGLY - super!
@Fongster8 - Sure I am. There’s a badge at http://xanga.com/careygly or just search Carey Anthony :)
man your life is sooo full. props to that
It may not be a hotel, but you should start charging. ;D
@LuxteK - Thanks, I appreciate the props!
@Olallie - I like the way you think. You should be my business manager!
Another satisfied group of visitors!
Maybe you should renovate your house and rent out the rooms!
I like what you did with the hotel careyfornia’s pics. That looks good
oh,do friend? xd
@christao408 - We aim to please at the HC! :)
@free2chuze - I like the way you think!
@vsan79 - Hey stranger! Long time no see. Hope you’re well.
@sIUtING_v3v - Thanks for stopping by!
That sign is iconic! DON’T ever lose it! You’re the star, Carey, and everybody loves your hospitality.
Hi Carey, long time no see! I am back! ^_^
Erm, i think Hotel Careyfornia muz be a good hotel. Wonder when i can go there and do a visit to u..
wow the concert is crowded. looks cold too :oX
haha good thing the “other” hotel pics didn’t make it to the banner L O L
so many fireworks!
@reckless_eagle - I look forward to the day you hold the sign Victor!
@pang890528 - Welcome back! You can come to The HC any time!!
@Sc12EeN17aM3 - You know me Jad, I’m always cold. That’s why I’m always in a hooded sweatshirt. OMG, the “other” hotel pics!! LOL Those are for my eyes only!!@CaKaLusa - Yeah Chris, I was surprised at the amount of fireworks for a normal concert at the Bowl. You should come down some time!