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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
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        • Chicago
      • Louisiana
      • Michigan
      • New York
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      • 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
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    • Media Kit – Margarita Ibbott @DownshiftingPRO
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Plan Ahead: The Art Institute of Chicago Announces 2025 January-June Exhibition Schedule

January 14, 2025January 13, 2025 by Margarita Ibbott
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The Art Institute of Chicago (AIC) is one of the premier museums in North America and easily competes with any European fine art museum. I have visited the AIC many times through the years: alone, … Read more

Photo Essay of Frank Lloyd Wright Home + Studio and Oak Park Homes

August 20, 2020April 6, 2017 by Margarita Ibbott
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We were in Chicago for less than 48 hours but we were able to knock off one item that is on my bucket list: visiting the swanky suburb of Oak Park to see some of … Read more

Four Points Sheraton Hotel–Rush Street in Chicago #HotelReview #Travel Thursday

October 6, 2019October 30, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

Four Points Sheraton Hotel–Rush Street in Chicago #HotelReview #Travel Thursday This is the second time that I had stayed at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel in Chicago. The first time was with a few girlfriends … Read more

Kurio S Series of Android 4.2 devices–Product Review #Blogher13 #SweetSuite

June 15, 2020August 13, 2013 by Margarita Ibbott
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One of the really interesting toys that I saw at #SweetSuite at Blogher 2013 in Chicago was the Kurio S Series of Android 4.2 devices for families with kids from Techno Source. Parents & kids … Read more

Cheezborger, Cheezborger…No Pepsi, Coke! The Billy Goat Tavern in Chicago –Restaurant Review

October 31, 2020August 2, 2013 by Margarita Ibbott
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“Cheezborger, cheezborger, no fries – chips, No Pepsi – Coke” – SNL If you grew up in the late 70s and watched Saturday Night Live you recognize that line.  It became iconic when John Belushi, Bill … Read more

Fireworks Seadog Cruise–A special view of #Chicago at Blogher 2013

September 2, 2020July 19, 2013 by Margarita Ibbott

Next week I am headed to Chicago and I will be attending Blogher 2013.  This is my third conference and I just loved attending.  Last year I was in New York City with my family … Read more

Exceptional Food @The Purple Pig in Chicago–a restaurant review

December 13, 2020July 13, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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  I find myself in the beautiful city of Chicago yet again…what is it about this place that keeps drawing me back? This time I was here with my daughter as she competed in the … Read more

Getting Organized – On the Road to Chicago–North American Nationals of Irish Dance 2012

June 14, 2020July 4, 2012 by Margarita Ibbott
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My oldest daughter is a competitive Irish Dancer and this week we are on the road again to the North American National of Irish Dancing.  This will be held in Chicago from July 2 – … Read more

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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.

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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.

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I’m always on the lookout for my next adventure.

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