Integrity is a cornerstone of Riveted Travel. We believe that we should not only “do no harm” but go beyond to do something good when we can. The Galapagos Islands in Ecuador are a sensitive and irreplaceable environmental treasure. Beija’s second grade class was doing an intensive study on the Galapagos Islands, focused on ‘Save the […]
What Do I Wear in Morocco?
As we were packing to go to Morocco, I was convinced that I would either 1) suffocate in the 90+ degree heat in layers of clothing or 2) deeply offend someone. In my mind there was no in-between. But once I emailed my Moroccan friend Aziza and did a little research I found a perfect middle ground. What […]
Easy Cuban Flan Two Ways
Flan for breakfast!? Yes, please. It was a little embarrassing how happy this made me. To be honest, I am a bit of a health food freak. My family doesn’t go a day without kale on their breakfast plate. But when in Cuba, eat Cuban flan for breakfast. And this doesn’t make me a bad mother because […]
What to Do in Havana with Kids
So, what do you do with kids in Havana? Beija and I are not always on the same page about the best activities, but it is her vacation too. Here are her approved activities for Havana with kids. I like to mix these things into our more “educational” plans for the day. Watch or Participate […]
Our Morocco Reading List
Here’s our pre-trip Morocco reading list. As we noted in our post on keeping kids riveted, previewing learning before a trip helps to create a meaningful and lasting impact for kids…and adults. The book covers link directly to Amazon. Any purchase you make supports our efforts! Morocco reading list for Kids Beija really loved The Scorpions of […]