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  • Destinations
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      • Alabama
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      • MIssissippi
      • New York
      • Tennessee
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    • 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

Travel

There is beauty in finding a place you’ve visited. To be able to travel is to invite curiosity. I have travelled throughout Canada, the United States and Europe.  I continue to dream about trips I will take in the future but for now, read about where my travels have taken me.

Indigenous Tourism in Canada – Top 10 Authentic Cultural & Adventure Experiences

September 11, 2026December 30, 2024 by Margarita Ibbott
Huron Wedat Nation Wendake Quebec @DownshiftingPRO

My interest began slowly. I started to read more and more novels by Indigenous writers. Listening to programs on CBC Radio (the Canadian NPR equivalent) and watching documentaries. Indigenous tourism in Canada was more of a … Read more

Where to Eat in Clarksville, TN: Top Picks for Every Foodie!

January 7, 2025December 16, 2024 by Margarita Ibbott
Starry Night Clarksville TN Photo Credit Margarita Ibbott via DownshiftingPRO

Clarksville, Tennessee, is a foodie’s dream, offering a mix of Southern charm, creative eats, and unforgettable dining experiences. At Legends Smokehouse & Grill, I discovered their famous “Ooey Gooey,” a sweet-and-savory twist on barbecue that’s … Read more

Race Cars, Tiki Bars & Spa Treatments: A Unique Guy’s Weekend Away in Elkhart Lake, WI

December 10, 2024December 3, 2024 by Margarita Ibbott
Elkhart Lake WI Photo Credit Elkhart Lake

Forget the usual guys’ weekend of beer and barstools—this is a getaway with a serious upgrade. In Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, you can swap the predictable for something bold: think vintage car events, hands-on cooking challenges, … Read more

Battle of Franklin – Three Historic Sites Not to Miss in Franklin, TN

May 4, 2025November 12, 2024 by Margarita Ibbott
Battle of Spring Hill battlefield in Spring Hill TN Photo Credit via Visit Franklin

Traveling is a function of education. Whether traveling in your home country, an adjacent one, or halfway around the world, the act of travel can provide you with insights into a culture, a history, or … Read more

Why buy the Coastal Mississippi Attractions Pass – for the savings!

September 2, 2025November 2, 2024 by Margarita Ibbott
Biloxi Bay Bridge from Ocean Springs MS Photo Credit Margarita Ibbott via DownshiftingPRO

Coastal Mississippi Attractions Pass Howdy, Margarita Ibbott Updated for 2024. Known as the secret coast, Coastal Mississippi is beautiful. The sunrises and sunsets alone are spectacular! It is all beaches in small towns, with quaint … Read more

World Class Theatre: What’s on at Stratford in 2025

October 16, 2024 by Margarita Ibbott
Festival Theatre Fanfare Musicians at The Stratford Festival Photo Credit Krista Dodson via Stratford Festival

As the Stratford Festival season wraps up, we have thoroughly enjoyed this year’s productions of La Cage aux Folles, Cymbeline, Twelfth Night, and Something Rotten! LCAF and Something Rotten! have been extended to November 16 … Read more

Doors Open London, Opens Doors to The Forest City

September 1, 2025September 16, 2024 by Margarita Ibbott
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Are you looking for something interesting to do in London, Ontario? In the fall you can consider a tour of its finest heritage buildings as part of Doors Open. The first Doors Open event was … Read more

Scandinavian-Inspired Luxury in Door County: The DöRR Hotel in Sister Bay, WI

September 13, 2024September 9, 2024 by Margarita Ibbott
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Sometimes called ‘Cape Cod of the Midwest,’ Door County, Wisconsin, is the perfect vacation destination for families or couples seeking a weekend away. Located between Lake Michigan and Green Bay, Door County offers many things … 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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