Josh Vignona - #bizleisure a Business and Travel Blog

  Even with the COVID19 pandemic, social distancing and periodic travel restrictions, many of our loved ones have little choice but to keep their bags packed and ready for that next long-distance flight.  And with the holidays upon us, treating those frequent flyers to some sharp new travel-related gifts can be the perfect way to show appreciation for all that they do – not to mention make those puddle-jumping journeys and weekend-weary hotel stays just a little more bearable. With the holidays in full swing,  Josh Vignona  offers up some killer 2020 gift ideas for the business traveler on your list – and how to make it a season they’ll never forget. Read the full post HERE

  Mitigating the risks of business travel during the pandemic What security and risk management issues do you need to consider before business travel resumes? I thought this article was great and I wanted to share:) Here is a snippet from the article  October 7, 2020 By  Matthew Bradley You can read the full article here "Travel has been limited to prevent the spread of COVID-19; however, as restrictions relax and organizations start to return to operations, we’re beginning to see an increase in business travel. In fact, in May,   Business Travel News   estimated that 31% of travelers expected to start planning business travel within the next month and 50% of meeting planners anticipated resuming meetings from the months of June to September. Prior to sending employees on travel for business, there are several factors to consider to protect employees and the business, while ensuring business continuity. During this process, organizations need to take a moment to...

  New to working from home? Having trouble finding your work-from-home rhythm? In his latest post, business travel blogger Josh Vignona (Yep, that's me!) offers several straightforward strategies for mastering your new work environment, building an effective work schedule and squeezing the most from each new workday. Of course, sticking to a schedule and managing distractions are essential to elevating your work-from-home productivity.  But there are a few other small ideas  Josh Vignona  believes can make your workweek just a little bit easier, including: Buying a comfortable chair . For those spending 7-8 hours each day sitting at a desk, a good chair is always a worthwhile investment. Keeping your workspace clean . Nothing speaks efficiency like a clean, well-organized workstation.  Leaving your desk when the workday’s over . Work is important, but knowing when to stop is how you avoid exhaustion and burnout.   Read my full blog post for more Covid...

  Nothing like getting outside for some fresh air and a workout! - Josh Feeling abit stir crazy? Read my latest blog post on Virtual Travel during Covid-19 . Here is a teaser:  For many of us, COVID-19 has put the ultimate lockdown on travel plans, making it impossible to soak up the sun or satisfy our wanderlust in some exotic, faraway destination.  But while the pandemic has grounded flights and put many travel dreams on hold, virtual reality tourism has begun to pick up the slack, providing a glimmer of hope to family vacationers and aspiring globetrotters seeking just a little slice of overseas adventure. Josh Vignona  takes a look at virtual reality travel, different VR travel opportunities and where to find a virtual experience you won’t soon forget. 

  There is nothing we cannot live down, rise above, and overcome. --  Ella Wheeler Wilcox

  Types of Fish in Tampa Bay From the large, open water of the Bay to an expansive system of mangroves, grass flats and waterways, Tampa Bay’s diverse ecosystem is home to a large variety of fish species, making it a virtual paradise for anglers of all ages and skill levels. Among the most popular types of game fish in Tampa include:  Tarpon  Sea Trout  Snook  Flounder  Redfish  Grouper Read my full blog post on Tampa Bay Fishing Here:  https://joshuavignona.wordpress.com/2020/09/14/tampa-bay-fishing-tips-from-a-local-fisherman/ 

  Virtual Travel: Museums Of course, virtual travel isn’t just for nature lovers and amateur historians. For those drawn to famous museums, art exhibits and the wonders unearthed during the latest archaeological dig, VR technology has come to the rescue.  Are There Any Virtual Museums in the World? As Josh Vignona knows, many of the world’s most notable museums offer some form of virtual reality travel tour, giving culture seekers and exhibit aficionados a great opportunity to view their most prized collections and artifacts from the comfort of the couch.  Some of the more popular VR museum tours available include: The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History makes it easy to navigate its many permanent, current and even past exhibits at your own pace, providing 360-degree walkthroughs that showcase an extraordinary level of detail. The Smithsonian also offers narrated virtual tours of such popular spaces...