Florida ~ Page 2 of 2 ~ DownshiftingPRO

Amazing! Where to Kayak in Florida–Melbourne, St. Petersburg, Jacksonville Beach & St. Augustine

October 5, 2022November 22, 2017 by Margarita Ibbott

I am a National Lifeguard Service lifeguard. Yes, even when I was in my forties, I re-certified my lifeguard qualifications. I taught thousands of kids to swim. I showed adolescents in leadership courses how to … Read more

Two Iconic Hotels in St. Augustine, Florida Now House a Museum and a College #VisitFlorida

December 13, 2020November 16, 2017 by Margarita Ibbott

Dressing Downton at The Lightner Museum in St. Augustine Florida 1

St. Augustine had been on my bucket list for years. I had heard about its beauty and history but I was not prepared to be won over by the Spanish colonial architecture, the museums and … Read more

Planning a Girls Getaway and Making it memorable #VisitFlorida

April 10, 2023November 9, 2017 by Margarita Ibbott

We’ve been planning a girls getaway for months. It has been a while in the making. Lots of back and forth. Deciding who to invite on this epic girls trip. Searching for interesting destinations and … 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?