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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
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  • About Me
    • Travel – Working with Me
    • Media Kit – Margarita Ibbott @DownshiftingPRO
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    • Girl’s Getaway Press Trips

Europe

Stunning Sagrada Família Update 2026: Central Tower Now Complete

March 10, 2026 by Margarita Ibbott
Sagrada Familia Update View from the Towers of the Sagrada Familia - 2015 - Barcelona - Photo Credit Margarita Ibbott

Sagrada Família Update 2026 The first time I stepped inside Barcelona’s Sagrada Família was back in 2015, during a trip that left me spellbound by its organic spires and kaleidoscope stained glass. I updated my … Read more

Hotel Travel Guide: Where to Stay in County Donegal

February 28, 2026February 16, 2026 by Margarita Ibbott
Shandon Hotel Spa Photo Credit Paul Ibbott

Where to Stay in County Donegal County Donegal offers an extraordinary range of accommodations perfectly positioned along the Wild Atlantic Way, from seaside spas and beachfront retreats to restored castles, Georgian country houses, golf resorts, … Read more

Rabbie’s Northern Ireland Tour: The Giant’s Causeway & Game of Thrones

January 10, 2026December 16, 2025 by Margarita Ibbott
Grey Abbey Rabbies Tour of NI Photo Credit Margarita Ibbott

After an extensive visit to County Donegal in Ireland, we were not quite finished exploring the Emerald Isle.  When the opportunity arose to take Rabbie’s 3-Day Discover Northern Ireland Tour from Dublin, it was an … Read more

Titanic Belfast Review: Ultimate 2025 Guide from Rabbie’s Northern Ireland Tour

December 16, 2025December 13, 2025 by Margarita Ibbott
Titanic Museum Belfast Photo Credit Paul Ibbott

One of the undeniable highlights of our Rabbie’s 3-Day Discover Northern Ireland Tour from Dublin was this extended stop at Titanic Belfast. I wanted to provide a separate Titanic Belfast review to see if it … Read more

5-Day Donegal Road Trip Itinerary: Wild Atlantic Way from Letterkenny to Sligo

March 3, 2026December 5, 2025 by Margarita Ibbott
Wild Atlantic Way Discovery Point at Horn Head Photo Credit Margarita Ibbott

The first time I visited Ireland was in 2018 with my eldest daughter—a competitive Irish dancer for 11 years—who joined me to discover a country familiar from books, songs, and history, yet full of mystery. … Read more

A Unique Andalusia Experience: Sherry, Horses & Flamenco in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

August 27, 2025 by Margarita Ibbott
Bodegas Fundador Jerez de la Frontera Photo Credit Margarita Ibbott 2

Approximately three hours from Marbella or one hour from Seville, you will find the charming town of Jerez de la Frontera. It is the home of sherry, show horses, and flamenco. At times overlooked for … Read more

From San Sebastián to Segura: The Best Cities to Visit in Basque Country, Northern Spain

July 10, 2025July 8, 2025 by Margarita Ibbott
Best Cities to Visit in Basque Country Photo Credit DownshiftingPRO

Nestled between the rugged peaks of the Pyrenees and the wild waves of the Bay of Biscay, the Basque Country in Spain is a region that captivates with its unique blend of tradition, modernity, and … Read more

3-Day Madrid Itinerary: Arts, Parks & Culinary Delights

August 21, 2024August 12, 2024 by Margarita Ibbott
Puerta del Sol in Madrid Spain Credit DownshiftingPRO 1

Welcome to Madrid, a city where history, art, and vibrant culture collide. Whether you’re traveling with friends or embarking on a solo adventure, this 2-3 day Madrid itinerary will guide you through must-see spots, hidden … 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.

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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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