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  • Home
  • Destinations
    • Canada
      • Alberta
      • British Columbia
      • Ontario
        • London
        • Ottawa
        • Toronto
      • Quebec
        • Montreal
        • Quebec Maritime
        • Quebec City Region
        • Saguenay Lac St. Jean
    • Colombia
    • Europe
      • Spain
      • Portugal
      • Ireland
      • France
    • UK
      • Northern Ireland
    • USA
      • Alabama
      • Florida
      • Illinois
        • Chicago
      • Louisiana
      • Michigan
      • New York
      • MIssissippi
      • Tennessee
      • Washington
      • Wisconsin
  • Travel Styles
    • Adventure Travel
    • Culture
      • Art
      • Museum
      • UNESCO
    • Family Travel
    • Gastro-tourism
    • Girls Getaway
    • Leisure Travel
    • Multi-generational Travel
    • Virtual Travel
  • Resources
    • Festivals
    • Hotel Reviews
    • Restaurant Review
    • Travel Tips
  • Lifestyle
    • Organizing
      • Downsizing
      • Kitchen
      • Home Office
      • Time Management
      • 4M – Margarita’s Manic Monday Minutes
    • DIY
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    • Media Kit – Margarita Ibbott @DownshiftingPRO
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    • Girl’s Getaway Press Trips

Margarita Ibbott

Margarita Ibbott is a travel and lifestyle blogger. She blogs about travel in Canada, the United States and Europe giving practical advice through restaurant, hotel and attraction reviews. She writes for DownshiftingPRO.com and other online media outlets.

Top 10 Cities in North Carolina To Visit

January 8, 2025September 23, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
Dreamville Festival Photo Credit Garrett Poulos

Cities in North Carolina The best cities in North Carolina span the mountains to the coast. It is a wonderful state to visit, filled with interesting and diverse destinations. Whether you want to spend a … Read more

Great Art & Quirky Museums NOT in New York City

September 22, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
Memorial Art Gallery - University of Rochester, New York

There are many museums in New York City but many more Great Museums NOT in NYC. Visit grand masters in smaller lesser know but still important museums in Rochester, Corning, Saratoga Springs.

Ultimate Guide to Festivals and Events in Raleigh, NC

September 25, 2023September 21, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
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Update on Guide to Festivals and Events in Raleigh, NC Updated for 2023-2024: If you are planning your travel year, you certainly will want to look at different festivals. As a big fan of Carnival … Read more

From Classic to Creative: 10+ Inspiring Honeymoon Ideas for Newlyweds

September 26, 2023September 19, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
Notre Dame de Paris Photo Credit Andres Carrera CanvaPro

People everywhere may feel inflation’s economic squeeze, but it hasn’t stopped couples from spending on honeymoon travel. According to a 2022 study by The Knot, the average honeymoon cost is $5,100, and 73% of couples … Read more

Vermont Brewers Festival – 1st Amazing Winter Brewfest in Killington Vermont

September 19, 2023September 17, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
Vermont Brewers Festival at Killington Resort SkiVermont DownshiftingPRO

Update 2023: Saturday, September 30, 2023 Whet your whistle with a backdrop of Vermont’s finest autumn foliage and enjoy live music, fabulous food offerings, and dozens of the finest craft beers, ciders, and seltzers in … Read more

5 Captivating UK Cities You Should Visit

September 24, 2023September 16, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
London Photo Credit Richard LeyCanvaPro

If you are heading to the United Kingdom soon, these are UK cities you will want to add to your travel wishlist for a good measure of history, drama, and intrigue. The United Kingdom is … Read more

10 Adventure Hotels and Vacation Rentals for Wanderlust Souls

September 18, 2023September 15, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
Vertical Sky Luxury Suites Photo Credit Expedia Group

Calling all adrenaline junkies! It’s time to unleash your inner Indiana Jones with these exciting adventure hotels and vacation rentals. From ziplining through the Cambodian jungle to dining high above the Thailand rainforest, these adventurous … Read more

Embark on a Season of Pure Imagination: What’s in Store at The Grand Theatre for 2023-24

September 18, 2023September 14, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
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These are some exciting times at The Grand Theatre, with the launch of the 2023-24 season and the introduction of the new Artistic Director, Rachel Peake. This week’s Launch Party was a fantastic evening of … Read more

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Margarita Ibbott ~ I.am.DownshiftingPRO

DOWNSHIFTING: a movement to voluntarily simplify your life (slow down, minimize, review priorities). I am all about less stuff and more travel.

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?

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