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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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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!

Trip of a lifetime!

November 26, 2025by: Melinda DelPrince - United StatesProgram: Greece, the Islands & Italy - 25 Days
10

Our son recently traveled with Westcoast Connection, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, the trip was incredibly well planned, and the staff’s communication with us was excellent. We always felt informed and confident that he was in great hands. He had an amazing time and came home with so many new friends and unforgettable memories. Some of the highlights he shared with us included the breathtaking hike through Cinque Terre, exploring the stunning Meteora Pinnacles, scuba diving in Naxos, and visiting the volcano in Santorini. Each activity was thoughtfully organized and gave him the chance to experience something truly special. We’re so grateful to Westcoast Connection for creating such a meaningful, fun, and safe adventure. We highly recommend them and would absolutely trust them with future trips!

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Madison Hafitz

Interviewed in 2018

Staff

What inspired you to travel abroad?

What inspired you to work for Westcoast Connection?

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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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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 ...