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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.

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

February 16, 2023March 19, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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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

Procrastination by any other name or How do you eat an Elephant?

June 14, 2020March 12, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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Photo Credit: Mircosoft ClipArt I don’t know about you but I have a tough time…well…getting things done…There I said it. I have problems with procrastination.  Not what you would expect to hear from a professional … Read more

#FAVPINFRIDAY– Flowers, Sayings & Organizing ideas

June 14, 2020February 24, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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My favourite day of the week has turned out to be Friday because I just love sharing my pinterest boards.  This is what I found this week.  I hope you like my choices.  Please let … Read more

Mardi Gras…Fat Tuesday… What are you giving up tomorrow?

June 14, 2020February 22, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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It is MardiGras today and we just finished up our Pancake Tuesday supper.  It was delicious (thank you dear hubby). As I was growing up, the lead up to Lent was always a time for … Read more

New #FavPinFriday – Pinterest Boards…#Oprah, #TrevorLinden & #Infographics

February 22, 2022February 17, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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In my quest to conquer the world of Pinterest, I have put together a few unique yet interesting boards to help my readers understand the diversity of Pinterest. This #FavPinFriday is about different topics that … Read more

Inspirational, Motivational, Peaceful: Helping A Virtual Organizing Client Define her Space

June 14, 2020February 16, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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  One night I find my self on an interesting Twitter Party chatting with other men and women that love to tweet (I love social media). I connected up with one of the attendees that … Read more

For those of you that have some *ah humm* last minute shopping to do today, here is a fantastic tip: From @Digitwirl

January 16, 2023February 14, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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HAPPY ST. VALENTINE’S DAY! If you find yourself in a bit of a pinch today because you have not picked up something for your sweetheart, Carley Knobloch is here to save the day. Watch her … Read more

Breast self-examination reminder…yes, there is an app for that

June 14, 2020February 9, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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Organizing is about scheduling…we schedule our work week, our play, our doctors appointments…at least we should!  So scheduling your monthly breast self-examination should be part of a routine.  But you know, life gets in the … 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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