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  • Destinations
    • Colombia
    • Europe
      • Spain
      • Portugal
      • Ireland
      • France
    • UK
      • Northern Ireland
    • USA
      • Alabama
      • Illinois
        • Chicago
      • Florida
      • Louisiana
      • Michigan
      • MIssissippi
      • New York
      • Tennessee
      • Washington
      • Wisconsin
    • Canada
      • Alberta
      • British Columbia
      • Ontario
        • London
        • Ottawa
        • Toronto
      • Quebec
        • 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
  • Lifestyle
    • Organizing
  • About Me
    • Travel – Working with Me
    • Media Kit – Margarita Ibbott @DownshiftingPRO
    • Affiliate Disclosure
    • Privacy Policy – GDPR Compliance
    • Contact Me
    • Girl’s Getaway Press Trips

7 Lies You Tell Yourself About Being Organized – Organizing Myths

February 27, 2024March 6, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
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After January’s #OrganizingwithDPRO Challenge, I’ve had questions and messages about how I make organizing look easy (and fun). I get pretty charged up when I organize (especially when it’s not MY stuff), others get bogged … Read more

Effective Downsizing & The Empty Nest – 1 More Space for me!

March 18, 2021February 17, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
Downsizing to Empty Nesters using a room for projects like painting Canva

The Empty Nest Finally, the day you have been waiting for – your child is moving out to live on their own. Whether they’ve graduated from college or found their dream job you’ll have an … Read more

How to help with Caregiver burnout – 15+ ideas to help out

February 17, 2021February 13, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
Meet her where shes at Cabin Fever Reliever Margarita Ibbott

Today is an Ativan day. It is an Ativan day because it just feels like its all too much right now. I realize everyone is in the same boat but there is an extra kind … Read more

6 Intriguing things to do in London, Ontario – Museum Virtual Tours #LdnOnt

January 16, 2023February 6, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
Fanshawe Pioneer Village with Mom @DownshiftingPRO

From artifacts to military archives, photographs to pioneer crafts, there are plenty of things to do in London, ON #LdnOnt leading up to Family Day.

Québec Winter Carnival from home – #ColdorNot

March 8, 2022February 4, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
Bonhomme Carnaval photo credit Carnaval de Quebec CDQ2018 ©Audetphoto 5D2A0778

Québec Winter Carnival Activities 2021 Although we are all pining to get back to travel, we also know its best to keep close to home. One of the best winter activities in Canada is to … Read more

10+ Daring Winter Activities in Quebec Maritime #DreamNowTravelLater

April 10, 2023January 24, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
Photo Credit @QuebecMaritime CA_Winter Activities

There are so many daring and exciting winter activities in @QuebecMaritime that you’ll have trouble choosing from skiing, ice fishing, ice climbing, snowmobiling, tubing, and so much more!

Sensational Room Makeover Ideas for 2021 with Benjamin Moore

March 24, 2021January 16, 2021 by Margarita Ibbott
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It’s done. I’m so excited. Not as excited as my daughter is. She’s been wanting a colour change for a while now and over the Christmas break, my husband made it a reality for her. … Read more

Bob Blumer’s Flavorbomb Cookbook is the bomb #giveaway Alert

November 5, 2022December 28, 2020 by Margarita Ibbott
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Flavorbomb: A Rogue Guide to Making Everything Taste Better There is no question Bob Blumer’s latest the Flavorbomb cookbook is THE BOMB. It is chock full of information on how to become a better cook, … 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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