So pleased to be back working in the Fort Tectoria space down here in the 700 block of Fort Street in downtown Victoria!

I worked here quite a bit in the before-times, while I was at UVic. The space features all 4 things you need as a remote worker, and even a nice fireplace to sit by on these cold winter days!

The former Ground Control Cafe has now been replaced on the 1st floor by the wonderful Fort on Fort Cafe, run by Ceri Barlow – what a fine cafe spot for breakfast, coffee breaks, or lunch!

So I got a tip from a friend about the great breakfast scene down at Fuego Old Towne Eatery in Market Square.

If there’s 2 things I love it is a great breakfast spot, and working remotely! So, I checked in for a sesh recently and was pleasantly surprised by the cool vibe and the yummy food.

As this was my first time, I was drawn to a menu-item for those that “Can’t Decide?” – which was a helping of pancakes, along with an eggs benny. Super good!

They’ve got coffee and snacks, including these selections of small cakes in take-away cups! They’re not really cupcakes, but more like individual-sized cake desserts in a cup. See the matcha one, pictured here!

I didn’t try the bathrooms, but I assume they are there for customer use. I’ve been back since for a take-out experience, and will likely land here again for a Work Away From Office sesh!

There are many tables to use in the Victoria Public Market, if you’re a remote worker. The entire market seems to have good WIFI coverage, so you’ll have no issues connecting there.

The pictured spot is actually ripe for people-watching, so keep that in mind if you’re sitting here, looking out at Douglas Street. At the time this photo was taken, the stools were also a little short for the height of the bar, requiring a bit more of an arm-workout to type on keys! Oh yes, this seat does have power tucked under the bar.

I’d like to issue an honourable mention to this space at Vista 18, on top of the Chateau Victoria Hotel down on Burdett Street.

I don’t work from here often, as this is typically an after-hours place to hang out – say, a Happy Hour spot. But you know, for those times when you’d like to spend the end of your day catching up on email and such, this makes for a great spot.

This spot at the bar is nice, as it affords a high-top position on nice comfy seating. There are power-outlets under the bar, so keep that in mind should you need to borrow some juice for your machine while you are here!

Of course there are a variety of food & beverage offerings available, and bathrooms nearby. Did I mention the Wifi is also available here?

Well, looks like Vista ticks ALL the boxes! Well done!

This photo was taken on the same road-trip as WAFO-22, a day-trip to Vancouver.

When we got to our destination near City Hall, I had some time to wait in a parking lot, and the skies were clear. Instead of working from the front-seat, I popped up the hatch on our Nissan Leaf, and sort of made a standing desk out of the back of the car!

I connected to the network via a USB tether through the iPhone, which guarantees plenty of bandwidth for Zoom.

I’ve worked in the car before, but often feel cramped when working from either of the front seats, which offer ample leg-room. This arrangement is nice for short-duration working sessions when the skies are clear.

I feel the series wouldn’t be complete without a shot of a remote session from a workstation carrel on a BC Ferry sailing.

As a one-time frequent-floater on both Coastal-class and Spirit-class vessels, I’m quite familiar with using these spaces. You get power that is stable enough, a desk lap, and quick access to coffee and restrooms. You even get to plenty of natural light! However, you must BYON (Bring Your Own Network).

As of Sept.2021, BC Ferries no longer provides wireless network onboard, which is no real loss, as disappointed users know.