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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.

Stratford Festival–Crazy for You–Review

September 2, 2020June 29, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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One of the reasons I fell in love with my husband was because he loved going to the theatre.  His parents had seasons tickets to the theater in Vancouver when they were growing up.  I … Read more

She’s Graduating From High School Next Week–Special Gift Ideas from @BestBuy #GreatestGrad

September 2, 2020June 20, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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She is 17 Years old and she is graduating from high school next week.  As my readers continue on our journey from her prom to finding post secondary schools for my oldest daughter. She has … Read more

Join @LinkedMoms Chat–What are your plans for the Summer?#SummerSlide- 8 pack books from @SimonSchusterCA– Wed. June 18, 8 pm ET

May 28, 2021June 15, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Its here… Its here… Its finally here. Summer is finally here… We are less then two weeks away from the start of summer holidays for our kids.  They get to relax, have fun and maybe … Read more

#TFiOS–The Fault In Our Stars–Movie Review–You Gotta GO!

July 22, 2020June 13, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Picture this: 340 seats 1 adult man (a dad with his two young daughters) 5 adult women (with our daughters) 3 teenage guys with their girlfriends 3 young tween boys 328 young  tween and teen … Read more

Top 6 Organizing Gifts for Father’s Day from @DownshiftingPRO–BTW Go big or Go Home on these selections

September 28, 2020June 11, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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With Father’s Day quickly approaching I figured many of you are struggling with ideas on what to get Dear Old Dad.  Just like Moms, Dads like to get thoughtful gifts for Father’s Day.  Unlike Moms … Read more

University Bound– Schools Out for Summer–Start Looking for a University or College NOW

December 13, 2020June 6, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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In the fall we are sending our oldest daughter to pursue post secondary education.  Her choice was to go to a university in Ontario with five different programs in four institutions.  Her choices were: Huron … Read more

YMCA–#YHealthyKids Day–FREE Family Fun–GTA, Hamilton, Burlington and Brantford and across the country

April 27, 2022May 29, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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As parents we all face challenges.We are usually working to make ends meet.Trying our hardest to provide our children with the best life can offer.We want to spend quality time with our kids.  In the … Read more

5 Affordable Tools to Organize Your Closet – Teen edition #MyBenjaminMooreHome Makeover

January 17, 2021May 27, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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It’s great to purge and de-clutter but you also need tools to organize your closet. Help your teen get organized in the next installment of #myBenjaminMooreHome… You love the idea getting organized but sometimes you … 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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