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

Simons–Best Store Ever!–15 Year Old Daughter’s favourite Store #BonjourQuebec #DPROFamilyVaca #Shopping #Fashion

February 22, 2022July 16, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Hey there readers this is that crazy, sporty middle child my mother always mentions in her blog posts… This is my first post ever for my mom so I don’t really know how this is … Read more

Moving Out–Getting Ready for University of Ottawa LinenChest helps me equip my small space

December 25, 2023July 15, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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How many movies have a moving away scene; with the parents all teary-eyed, the van packed to the brim with boxes and a teenager making their final goodbyes before heading off to a distant city … Read more

Black Dog Village Pub and Bistro– Bayfield, Ontario–Hit & Miss -The Beer Was Good – Restaurant Review

February 22, 2022July 14, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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We convinced my Aunt from Montreal to come for a visit.  I always like to take some sort of day trip to any number of lovely places within a few hours of London.  Last summer … Read more

Stratford Festival–Crazy for You–Review

September 2, 2020June 29, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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One of the reasons I fell in love with my husband was because he loved going to the theatre.  His parents had seasons tickets to the theater in Vancouver when they were growing up.  I … Read more

She’s Graduating From High School Next Week–Special Gift Ideas from @BestBuy #GreatestGrad

September 2, 2020June 20, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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She is 17 Years old and she is graduating from high school next week.  As my readers continue on our journey from her prom to finding post secondary schools for my oldest daughter. She has … Read more

Join @LinkedMoms Chat–What are your plans for the Summer?#SummerSlide- 8 pack books from @SimonSchusterCA– Wed. June 18, 8 pm ET

May 28, 2021June 15, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Its here… Its here… Its finally here. Summer is finally here… We are less then two weeks away from the start of summer holidays for our kids.  They get to relax, have fun and maybe … Read more

#TFiOS–The Fault In Our Stars–Movie Review–You Gotta GO!

July 22, 2020June 13, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Picture this: 340 seats 1 adult man (a dad with his two young daughters) 5 adult women (with our daughters) 3 teenage guys with their girlfriends 3 young tween boys 328 young  tween and teen … Read more

University Bound– Schools Out for Summer–Start Looking for a University or College NOW

December 13, 2020June 6, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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In the fall we are sending our oldest daughter to pursue post secondary education.  Her choice was to go to a university in Ontario with five different programs in four institutions.  Her choices were: Huron … 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.

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.

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