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      • Alberta
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        • Montreal
        • Quebec Maritime
        • Quebec City Region
        • Saguenay Lac St. Jean
  • Culture & Leisure
    • Adventure Travel
    • Culture
      • Art
      • Museum
      • UNESCO
    • Family Travel
    • Gastro-tourism
    • Girls Getaway
    • Leisure Travel
    • Multi-generational Travel
  • Luxury Stays
    • Hotel Reviews
    • Restaurant Reviews
    • Travel Tips
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Ireland

Wellness Hotels and Spa Retreats Around the World: Places Worth the Journey

September 8, 2026July 23, 2026 by Margarita Ibbott
Lough Eske Castle Hotel Pool Lounge Photo Credit Paul Ibbott

Travel has changed. For many of us, a hotel is no longer just a place to sleep between sightseeing plans or business meetings. Increasingly, we want a stay that helps us slow down, sleep better, … Read more

Game of Thrones Northern Ireland: 6 Must-See Filming Locations

September 8, 2026March 3, 2026 by Margarita Ibbott
Game of Thrones Northern Ireland - Dunluce Castle

I did not really intend for this to be a Game of Thrones Northern Ireland tour, but Rabbie’s was offering an introduction to Northern Ireland, and it was the perfect fit. My husband and I … 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

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

October 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

The Game of Thrones Studio Tour in Northern Ireland debuts the latest seasonal costume exhibition

November 27, 2023November 22, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
Game of Thrones® Studio Tours Banbridge Co. Down The Armoury

Whether you are a fan or not, Game of Thrones remains popular in entertainment pop culture. In 2019 after eight seasons and 73 episodes HBO’s mega-hit series, GoT ended. It was so popular a prequel, … Read more

A Complete Guide to Visiting the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland

November 8, 2023October 18, 2023 by Margarita Ibbott
Cliffs of Moher The Many Shades of Green in Ireland @DownshiftingPRO

What do you envision when you think of Ireland? No doubt, images of lush landscapes, ancient castles, and Celtic folklore come to your mind. Nestled along the rugged Atlantic coast of the Emerald Isle lies … Read more

The Charming city of Limerick & Bunratty Castle, Ireland #ShannonHeritage #TBEXIreland

March 25, 2022November 18, 2017 by Lauren Ibbott
St. Munchins Church Limerick Church of Ireland built in 1827 DownshiftingPRO

Limerick and Bunratty Castle The gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way, the city of Limerick is just as lush and vibrant as its breathtaking countryside.  There’s so much to see and do! From its art … 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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