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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.

March Break Ideas for Teens in London #LdnOnt

November 27, 2022March 10, 2018 by Margarita Ibbott
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I was recently invited to discuss March Break ideas on the local London CBC morning show the topic was last minute ideas for families during the upcoming March Break.    There are plenty of activities for … Read more

Black Panther and other Movies to see during Black History Month

November 30, 2019February 18, 2018 by Margarita Ibbott
Black History Month Must See Movies @DownshiftingPRO

A few years ago, I put together a list of books to read during Black History Month because I am a big fan of great books.  There are, however, many great films with strong lead … Read more

Teachers & IEPs – Lessons for Life for an Autism Spectrum Teen #CatholicTeachers

August 20, 2020February 11, 2018 by Margarita Ibbott

I had no idea how hard this was going to be. No one can prepare you for what it’s going to be like. There will be tears, anger, disappointment and a lot of praying.  A … Read more

Sweet Reads Box– A Great Book and Treats makes this a great Gift!

June 27, 2023January 15, 2018 by Margarita Ibbott
Sweet Reads Box Canadian Subscription Box for Book Lovers

Does it get any better than this: a best-selling novel, yummy candies, a cute pouch, cinnamon spice tea and a luxurious bar of soap infused with champagne?  If you are a book lover who appreciates … Read more

House of Horrors–Master of the Macabre–Guillermo del Toro at the AGO #Toronto

January 27, 2018December 30, 2017 by Margarita Ibbott

Master of the Macabre – Guillermo del Toro Going to see Guillermo del Toro’s Home with Monsters at the AGO in Toronto last week was way out of my comfort zone.  It was simply out … Read more

What’s a Good Blog to Read? Canadian Blogs to Follow

April 25, 2024December 4, 2017 by Margarita Ibbott
Canadian blogs to Follow Round up by Downshifting PRO

Canadian Blogs to Follow Once someone knows I am a blogger, one of the first questions I get is do you know a good blog about [travel], [humour], [parenting] and of course [organizing].  There are … Read more

How can I help my community? Consider Gift Giving with the Canadian Red Cross

January 31, 2021December 2, 2017 by Margarita Ibbott
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We just had one of my favourite days of the year: Giving Tuesday.  I love that someone came up with the idea that after the gluttony of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we take a … Read more

The Chihuly Collection and The ROM Exhibit – 2 Magical, Whimsical Glass Art Exhibits

February 24, 2022November 25, 2017 by Margarita Ibbott
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I have never met a museum I didn’t like.  No surprise as I am always intrigued by what breathtaking works of art can be found inside.  Whether it is a fine art museum like New … 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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