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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.

9/11 Memorial–#GMFamilyFun– Lessons for our children

April 21, 2024September 11, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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One of the first things that we did on our trip to New York City as part of our #GMFamilyFun vacation was to visit the 9/11 Memorial.  There really are no words to describe what … Read more

Monday Madness… Meal Planning & a little Help from Club House

June 14, 2020September 11, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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As the kids have return to school, we start ramping up for another year of activities…well, technically, we never stopped during the summer but now it is getting a bit more complicated.  We now find … Read more

#FavPinFriday–Some great boards from #LinkedMom Chat this past week….

June 14, 2020September 7, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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Back-to-School–#B2Spins–Share your favourite Pinterest Pins with #LinkedMoms

February 16, 2023September 5, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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As the majority of students headed back to school this week, we find ourselves with a bit of time on our hands (o.k. very little).  At LinkedMoms were are great fans of Pinterest and we … Read more

Back-to-School–Establishing your Nerve Centre or Launch Pad

June 14, 2020September 3, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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The dog days of summer are coming to a close and we find ourselves looking at the start of school in just a few days.  Last week on #LinkedMoms Chat (every Wed. 8pm EST) we … Read more

Gearing up for Back to School– Home Schooling with @AnnieCannie

April 21, 2024August 21, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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  Educating our kids is always a challenge but when you decided that your ‘round’ kid does not fit into a ‘square’ school system, many parents choose to home school or unschool their kids.  These … Read more

Top 10 #Organizing Pins or Re-Pins on Pinterest

September 2, 2020August 13, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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This week I wanted to quickly review the Top Ten Pins or Re-Pins that: (1) I have posted on my boards; (2) found on other Professional Organizers’ boards; (3) spotted on Pinterest.  Hope you like … Read more

Radio City Music Hall & the World Famous Rockettes – #GMfamilyfun @ Blogher12

August 20, 2020August 3, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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My second day of Blogher12 started with a workout… (I know, not like me) but who can give up having a dance lesson lead by two world famous Radio City Music Hall – Rockettes?  I … 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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