Margarita Ibbott @DownshiftingPRO

4M – Margarita’s Manic Monday Minutes – Email Etiquette

January 11, 2019June 9, 2009 by Margarita Ibbott

As some of you may know, if you follow me on Facebook or Twitter (downshiftingpos), I have become obsessed with keeping my email inbox to under 10. I struggle, as we all do to keep … Read more

1-2-3 Organize Me!

October 10, 2014March 29, 2008 by Margarita Ibbott

On March 17, 2008 I gave a presentation at the Women’s Lifestyle Show entitled 1-2-3 Organize Me! I told the audience that I would post an abridged version of the presentation on my blog with … Read more

DownshiftingPRO is where seasoned travel wisdom meets authentic adventure for the 50+ traveler hungry for luxury, culture, and meaningful experiences. I’m Margarita —a storyteller, organizer, and passionate explorer who blends solo escapes, trips with my husband, and multi-generational family adventures.

Whether I’m savouring exquisite culinary delights, wandering through world-class museums, connecting with Indigenous cultures, or indulging in luxury stays, I go beyond the surface to bring destinations alive.

As a regular contributor to HotelScoop.com, I spotlight exceptional hotels and resorts that understand the mature traveler’s craving for comfort, style, and culturally rich experiences.

DownshiftingPRO delivers insider tips, travel hacks, and heartfelt stories—seasoned with humour, wanderlust, and the kind of family travel that’s equal parts connection and celebration.

Europe, the US, or Canada, I’ve got your go-to itinerary for travelers who want to explore on their own terms, balancing solo journeys, couple getaways, and lively multi-generational but with cocktails.

I’m always on the lookout for my next adventure.

The question remains: where will we go next?