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10+ Fun Things to do in Paris France

October 10, 2025October 26, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

I have a friend that is visiting her daughter in England and they are planning a four day trip to Paris. I told her I would let her know what I think are fun things … Read more

7 Delightful Food Trucks in Spain #TBEX #CostaBrava

April 21, 2024October 14, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

Food Trucks in Spain I was thinking back to my spring in Lloret de Mar, Spain and wanted to let you know about an event that I stumbled upon in the main square: food trucks … Read more

What Makes a Good Marriage? 8 Traits That helped our Marriage Survive for 22 Years and counting– Happy Anniversary – #family #marriage

December 13, 2020October 10, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

What Makes a Good Marriage? Last weekend I celebrated by 22nd wedding anniversary with my husband. That is a pretty nice milestone considering some may have not thought that this would last. How does anyone … Read more

Evergreen Brick Works Great Location – But lacks parking so take the Shuttle or TTC #Toronto #Travel #TravellingMaple

June 27, 2020October 1, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

I was at the Toronto Food and Wine Festival this past weekend and the event was held at the Evergreen Brick Works. Billed as a community ‘environmental’ centre, this location is a complex of buildings … Read more

The Bruce Peninsula–Beauty in Ontario #TravellingMaple #Travel

September 30, 2020September 29, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

The Bruce Peninsula We were in the Bruce Peninsula this summer on our family vacation and we had an absoltuely wonderful time. The Bruce (as we affectionately call it here) is about 3 1/2 hours … Read more

Welcome to #FollowFriday–Here are 7 Canadian Blogs to Follow on Pinterest #BloggerLove

December 13, 2020September 25, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

I am surrounded by a great group of bloggers. It is a unique community that has a lot to say (of course, we usually blog about it, duh?) but is also very supportive. Every once … Read more

Toronto Food and Wine Festival at the Evergreen Brick Works

August 20, 2020September 20, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

Toronto Food and Wine Festival with Curtis Stone @DownshiftingPRO

Toronto Food and Wine Festival September 18 – 20, 2015 at the Evergreen Brickworks in Toronto You need to go. That is what you need to know to begin with. It is a festival of … Read more

Lessons in Canning 101 – Pickled Beets #FallHarvest with @DownshiftingPRO

March 8, 2022September 16, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

So I was kind of bored this weekend. I had decided that I did not need to go Michigan to watch my daughter’s last soccer tournament. After all there had been quite a few trips … 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?