Margarita Ibbott @DownshiftingPRO

Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities – Cottage with Land Leasing options in #WasagaBeach

August 20, 2020September 28, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

It has been a glorious fall week full of sunny days and cool nights. It is the best time of the year for me. I am not a fan of the cold or the heat … Read more

Top 7 Interesting sites to see at Doors Open London & London Culture Days

February 16, 2021September 25, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

Maybe this is the weekend. Maybe this is the weekend when those people that I know that live in Toronto and the GTA, Kitchener/Waterloo, Windsor, Sarnia, Chatham, maybe this is the weekend they take a … Read more

WeDay Toronto and Vancouver–Speaker & Performers announced for #WeDayTO #WeDayVan–Selena Gomez, Macklemore, Big Sean + Many more

August 20, 2020September 22, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

I have to say, two of the highlights for me with my children last year were the days that I spent at WeDay in Toronto with my oldest daughter and WeDay Kitchener/Waterloo region with my … Read more

(not so) Wordless Wednesday – University of Ottawa #travel

December 13, 2020September 17, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

I was looking through my phone for some great pictures to share on #WordlessWednesday. I came across some lovely pictures that we took this spring on a University site visit. Reflecting on our trip to … Read more

Revisiting the 9/11 Memorial – Why it’s important to #NeverForget

August 20, 2020September 11, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

#NeverForget I was in New York City with my family in 2012 and we went to see the 9/11 Memorial site. It has to be one of the most amazing memorials I have ever visited … Read more

The Iron Skillet– Collingwood, Ontario TripAdvisor Suggestion gone wrong

March 28, 2023August 26, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

I love to eat out. Many reasons not the least of which is I am a not-so-great-a-cook. This time we had to go out as the resort we were staying at did not have a … Read more

#LinkedMoms Back to School Twitter Party– Wed. Aug. 27 8 pm EST

June 15, 2020August 26, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

We are one week from the start of school here in Ontario and its officially time to get this party started… wait, that sounds wrong. Its time for the party to stop and to get … Read more

What is going on with parents these days? – Rethinking Family Responsibilities #chores #Back2School

October 10, 2014August 18, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

I wrote this post months ago. I am not sure what exactly set me off but I knew I had to sit on this post for a good, long, while. I’m pretty pleased I don’t … 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?