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DownshiftingPRO

  • 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.

Travel Thursday – Collingwood and Wasaga Beach, Ontario #Travel #Vacation

December 13, 2020August 14, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Last weekend we were in Lakes of Wasaga have a fun time on the beach.  We also made a stop in Collingwood and finally in Blue Mountain.  This is a lovely area located north of … Read more

Do you Thrift Shop? #GoodWillGoodIdea Good for the Environment

July 2, 2022August 8, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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I thrift do you? Do you visit a thrift shop, consignment store or shop Facebook Marketplace for gently used items?  I have to admit, many who know me would not believe that I do thrift … Read more

See a 4K Ultra HD in ACTION–in-store events happening now at @BestBuy US#UHDatBestBuy #TechnoTuesday

August 20, 2020August 5, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Who doesn’t everyone want a new TV?  I know my husband is pinning for a new TV as our current one is full of scratches from our dog trying to attack another dog … because … Read more

Palms Krystal Bar & Grill, Port Huron, MI #ChickenInTheRough– #RestaurantReview #TravelTuesday

September 2, 2020July 29, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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What a great surprise. I have been to Port Huron, Michigan 50 times… I love going to this small boarder town for a quick shopping excursion, a place to take Amtrak to Chicago or just … Read more

Visiting Old Quebec City – Beautiful Parliament & Tourny Fountain

February 16, 2023July 20, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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The jewel of the Province of Quebec There really are no other words to describe her… she is a precious jewel on the St. Lawrence River.  She is one of a kind. Perhaps there are … Read more

Simons–Best Store Ever!–15 Year Old Daughter’s favourite Store #BonjourQuebec #DPROFamilyVaca #Shopping #Fashion

February 22, 2022July 16, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Hey there readers this is that crazy, sporty middle child my mother always mentions in her blog posts… This is my first post ever for my mom so I don’t really know how this is … Read more

Moving Out–Getting Ready for University of Ottawa LinenChest helps me equip my small space

December 25, 2023July 15, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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How many movies have a moving away scene; with the parents all teary-eyed, the van packed to the brim with boxes and a teenager making their final goodbyes before heading off to a distant city … Read more

Black Dog Village Pub and Bistro– Bayfield, Ontario–Hit & Miss -The Beer Was Good – Restaurant Review

February 22, 2022July 14, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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We convinced my Aunt from Montreal to come for a visit.  I always like to take some sort of day trip to any number of lovely places within a few hours of London.  Last summer … 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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