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Why choose Westcoast Connection?

Westcoast Connection has been serving teen travelers since 1982, with over 47,000 participants to date. We offer summer programs for students completing the equivalent of U.S. grades 7–12, typically aged 13–17. With more than 70 programs available in 25 different countries, we provide immersive adventures that are well-planned and paced just right for teens. Our Active Teen Tour programs focus ...

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9.94

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Chasing Pura Vida

December 24, 2025by: Ali Drayer - United StatesProgram: Costa Rica Service & Adventure - 10 Days
10

West Coast Connection delivered an exceptional experience for my son on his Costa Rica trip this past June. The itinerary struck the perfect balance of adventure, cultural immersion and fun. He loved everything from helping at the wildlife sanctuary and constructing a new basketball court for a local school, to zip-lining, surfing and relaxing in the mud baths with new friends from around the world. As a parent, I appreciated how thorough and reliable the communication was from start to finish. The trip leaders were professional, enthusiastic, and clearly dedicated to creating a safe, positive environment. My son came home proud of the work he did, the connections he made and more curious about the world. This trip exceeded every expectation for both of us!

Amazing Experience

December 04, 2025by: John Babson - United StatesProgram: Pre-College Enrichment Montreal - On the Campus of McGill
10

My son attended the 3-week program at McGill in Montreal and absolutely loved it. He has been to many camps over the years, but he said this was by far the best experience he’s ever had. He connected with a wonderful group of kids, many of whom he’s still in touch with today. The program itself was very well organized, and the counselors did an excellent job keeping everyone engaged, entertained, and connected. Overall, it was an outstanding program, and I would highly recommend it.

Best summer ever!

December 03, 2025by: Wendy Silverberg - United StatesProgram: Greece, the Islands & Italy - 25 Days
10

Noah had the best summer of his life in Greece. He made so many new friends and really liked the counsellors. He was nervous to travel on his own and after 24 hours felt so comfortable. Thank you for provinding him the summer of a lifetime!

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Danny Schiff

Interviewed in 2019

Staff

What inspired you to travel abroad?

At teachers’ college, a classmate told me about spending her summer hiking, rafting, and surfing on a California and the Canyons trip with Westcoast Connection, and I couldn’t believe that a job like that actually existed. I applied immediately and flew out to California that summer for my first trip as a staff.

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Madison Hafitz

Interviewed in 2018

Staff

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Westcoast Connection has been serving teen travelers since 1982, with over 47,000 participants to date. We offer summer programs for students completing the equivalent of U.S. grades 7–12, typically aged 13–17. With more than 70 programs available in 25 different countries, we provide immersive adventures that are well-planned and paced just right for teens. Our Active Teen Tour programs focus on fun, action-packed days. The Pre-College Enrichment programs provide study-abroad options at prestigious campuses like UCLA in California and McGill University in Montreal. Additionally, our Community Service programs qualify for the esteemed United States President's Volunteer Service Award. Our Global Adventure programs are designed for older teens and offer exploration travel experiences in ...