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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
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        • Chicago
      • Louisiana
      • Michigan
      • New York
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      • 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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Wordless Wednesday – New Travel Videos on my YouTube Channel

August 20, 2020January 18, 2017 by Margarita Ibbott
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I have recently been experimenting with videos. When I travel I tend to take a lot of pictures and a few videos.  I’ve learned to not be afraid of appearing on camera (though you will be hard pressed to see me take a selfie), speaking in front of a camera or on radio seems to be less intimidating for me.

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Photo Essay – Visiting MoMA in New York City

January 3, 2023October 5, 2016 by Margarita Ibbott

Visiting MoMA in New York City One of my favorite museums in New York City has to be the Museum of Modern Art or MoMA. I have visited the MoMa a few times now and I … Read more

Havana Central–Authentic Cuban Food near Time Square, NYC #RestaurantReview #TravellingMaple #Travel

November 14, 2017August 6, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott
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We were hungry and we wanted to eat something that is really good.  We wanted to eat something that would be local to New York or perhaps be something that we would not have at … Read more

Iconic Hotels–Drinks at The Plaza in New York City– #Travel #USA

August 20, 2020July 25, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

Have a Mint Julep at the Iconic Plaza Hotel in New York City We had spent the day in conference rooms.  Speaking to sponsors and meeting other bloggers that we only knew online.  We wanted … Read more

Location is Key… Patience is needed for Elevators–Hilton Midtown Hotel, New York City #travel #review

August 20, 2020July 25, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott
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This is the second time that I have stayed at the Hilton Midtown in New York City.  Last time (and this time also) was for a blogger conference so the hotel was teaming with many, … Read more

Four Points Sheraton Hotel–Rush Street in Chicago #HotelReview #Travel Thursday

October 6, 2019October 30, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott

Four Points Sheraton Hotel–Rush Street in Chicago #HotelReview #Travel Thursday This is the second time that I had stayed at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel in Chicago. The first time was with a few girlfriends … Read more

Revisiting the 9/11 Memorial – Why it’s important to #NeverForget

August 20, 2020September 11, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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#NeverForget I was in New York City with my family in 2012 and we went to see the 9/11 Memorial site.  It has to be one of the most amazing memorials I have ever visited … Read more

Palms Krystal Bar & Grill, Port Huron, MI #ChickenInTheRough– #RestaurantReview #TravelTuesday

September 2, 2020July 29, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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What a great surprise. I have been to Port Huron, Michigan 50 times… I love going to this small boarder town for a quick shopping excursion, a place to take Amtrak to Chicago or just … 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.

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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.

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