Margarita Ibbott @DownshiftingPRO

FavPinFriday–Desks, Cleaning Calendars, Fashion

June 14, 2020June 8, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott

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Here is another edition of #FavPinFriday. These are the pins and links that I want to share with you. What are your favourite pins? Make sure to write a comment and attach the link to … Read more

Twitter Chat: #LinkedMoms talks about Living Gluten-Free–Wed. June 6 at 8 pm EST

February 11, 2022June 6, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott

Tonight on Wednesday, June 6th #LinkedMoms chat welcomes @AccustomedChaos, otherwise known as, Devan McGuinness. Devan has celiac disease and is the author of a great blog about life with her three children and gluten free … Read more

Twitter Chat: #LinkedMoms Chat on Wed. May 16 @ 8 pm EST–Organizing Families

February 22, 2022May 16, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott

Twitter Chat Invitation: Join me Wednesday, May 16, 2012 for #Organizing Families with Professional Organizer, Margarita Ibbott or on Twitter @DownshiftingPOS – We have a prize for one lucky winner – One Hour of … Read more

Office Organizing Ideas in a small pass-through

January 17, 2021May 3, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott

A client called me in to discuss ideas for organizing her basement & storage area. She showed me her back storage room. It had a variety of items: Christmas decorations, vases, bankers boxes, laundry items. … Read more

Oprah’s LifeClass–The Toronto Edition

May 28, 2021April 16, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott

It’s a big day today: I’m going to attend Oprah’s LifeClass in Toronto! I am fairly excited about it since this will be the third time that I will attend a live event. If you … Read more

4M–Margarita’s Manic Monday Minutes– Email

September 2, 2020April 9, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott

Email can be VERY distracting. Is the first thing you do, when you get to the office, is check your email? Do you find yourself checking your email more then once an hour? Do you … Read more

e.leaven… a little bit of HEAVEN in Chicago–Restaurant Review

April 21, 2024March 22, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott

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I love Chicago. It is one of the only US cities that I go back to again and again and again. The reason I seem to like it so much is that I don’t … Read more

Shutterfly–Organizing a Successful St. Patrick’s Day Week

February 16, 2023March 19, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott

This past week was a very intense week as it was not only March Break, it was also St. Patrick’s Day week. This seemingly trivial holiday (I mean really, for some, it pales in comparison … 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?