Author: Ja'Vonne (Ja'Vonne )

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July 24, 2011May 17, 2021

SHAWNEE, ILLINOIS BEST KEPT SECRET

Hi Everyone! Ja’Vonne, Howard, and I just got back from the Southernmost Illinois Shawnee area. I can hear you asking yourself, “Where?”  Most of you know where Carbondale is, Shawnee begins about 17 miles south of Carbondale and is some of the most beautiful country you will find. There is also a Wine Trail to...

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July 24, 2011May 17, 2021

THE ROYAL FOOD EXPERIENCE

Hi Everyone! Ja’Vonne and I are self proclaimed “Foodies” so one way we determine a great destination is through the gastronomical experience. We were not disappointed at The ROYAL in Playa Del Carmen and Cancun. Known as giving the “Gourmet All-Inclusive Experience” The ROYAL takes it to another level when it comes to dining. The...

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July 24, 2011May 17, 2021

THE ROYAL SPA TREATMENT

Hi Everyone! While visiting The ROYAL Resort in Playa Del Carmen and Cancun, Mexico, I had a chance to spend some quality time in the Spa at both locations. SPAzul says that it is committed to helping you find your inner harmony within the universe.  They take this to heart.  From the entrance to the...

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July 24, 2011May 17, 2021

THE SHAWNEE WINE TRAIL

Hi Everyone! The Traveling Eye just spent 3 days on the Shawnee Wine Trail in Southernmost Illinois and loved every minute of it. Ja’Vonne, Howard (Video Twist Productions) and I jumped in the car and headed to Shawnee to visit the award winning wineries and vineyards of Southern Illinois. In 1995, the owners of the...

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July 22, 2011May 17, 2021

SHAWNEE HILL WINE TRAIL ITINERARY

Wed. July 20, 2011 Apx. Noon:    Arrive at the Water Valley Inn, 3435 Water Valley Rd, Cobden, IL 62920 www.1watervalleyinn.com      Give Kim Aldridge, the innkeeper, a call at 618-534-2244 when you are close.  Take a few minutes to bring in your luggage, and, I will meet you at the Inn about 12:30pm. My (Carol Hoffman)...

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July 9, 2011May 17, 2021

The Royal Treatment in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

Hi Everyone! Ja’Vonne and I recently returned from a trip to Playa Del Carmen, Mexico.  Playa Del Carmen is a quaint town in the Riviera Maya, about fifty-five minutes outside of Cancun. We went to experience THE ROYAL, a Gourmet All-Inclusive, adults only resort that is located in the heart of downtown Playa Del Carmen....

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July 8, 2011May 17, 2021

Ethiopia with Zoma and Juna Wallace

Hello Fellow World Travelers, Below is a short story written by Juna Wallace of her and her sister’s (Zoma Wallace) trip to Ethiopia.  Enjoy! My travels with my sister were in the interest of planning for and organizing a presentation given on behalf of the Zoma Contemporary Arts Center of Ethiopia, hosted by its foundress...

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June 17, 2011May 17, 2021

The End of Prohibition Event in Chicago

I had a blast at the End of Prohibition event last night.  The event was at the Red Canary.  I love their patio.  There was something going on every where.  Free massages, mani/pedi’s, hair, period dresses & hats and Gambling.  Not with real money but it was fun all the same and the only way...

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June 17, 2011May 17, 2021

My Family Getaway to Las Vegas!

Hi Everyone! I just got back from a family getaway! My cousins and I decided that we wanted to plan a quick getaway to spend some time together.   A few of my relatives have small children so we had to pick a destination where several generations would be able to enjoy themselves.  We ranged from...

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May 12, 2011May 17, 2021

Cape Town

It’s been about 5 years since I’ve been to Cape Town and boy, have things changed.  The last time I was here was a few years before World Cup.  Cape Town is as beautiful now as it was then but now has many more hotels, new restaurants and night spots.  some of the old favorites...