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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
    • Money Saving Tips
    • Family
    • Recipes
  • About Me
    • Travel – Working with Me
    • Media Kit – Margarita Ibbott @DownshiftingPRO
    • Affiliate Disclosure
    • Privacy Policy – GDPR Compliance
    • Contact Me
    • 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.

Luxury Log Cabin in Quebec #QuebecMaritime

January 31, 2022January 25, 2022 by Margarita Ibbott
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On our very first night ascending the mountain towards our log cabin in Quebec we spotted a moose. It was young just standing by the side of the road, looking straight at us. My husband … Read more

H is for the dangerous Human Towers of Catalonia – The ABCs of Spain

January 14, 2022January 8, 2022 by Margarita Ibbott
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Human Towers of Catalonia I am not sure what the purpose of this demonstration was. There was a man, a woman climbed on his shoulder and then a child proceeded to climb on top of … Read more

Arepa Ink – Outstanding Venezuelan Arepas in London, Ontario #LdnOnt

November 5, 2022December 2, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
Camila Arepa Arepa Ink LdnOnt DownshiftingPRO

Holy Guacamole! You’ve gotta eat here! I fell in love with their Instagram (@arepa.ink) account and have been meaning to taste the goods – stuffed Venezuelan arepas! I was happy to see Arepa Ink is … Read more

Where to go Whale Watching in Quebec

March 24, 2023November 15, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
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This was my fourth trip on a whale watching tour and it just never gets old. It never does. One of my big goals of this family trip was to show my children the wonders … Read more

Easy College Student Room Ideas to Organize on a budget

April 10, 2023August 24, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
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Easy College Student Room Ideas

Easily organize your closet -The 80/20 Rule

July 19, 2021July 12, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
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Do you realize you are likely wearing 20% of your clothes, 80% of the time? Chances are you have a favourite t-shirt and jean combination, maybe a warm hoodie or sweater that is your go-to … Read more

Stop Multitasking it’s not doing you any good

January 17, 2023June 8, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
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We all want to be super-woman but most times multitasking is NOT a good thing. I learned long ago that trying to learn multitasking skills is more of an art than a science. I also … Read more

20 Ways to Declutter your Space for Quick Spring Cleaning

July 2, 2022May 31, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
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There are many ways to declutter and downsizing but you could always use quick spring cleaning tips. Here is a post to help you focus. Ways to Declutter your Space – Spring Cleaning Tips Have … 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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