Life-changing summer experiences for teens
70+ programs for students completing 7th through 12th grade
Teen Tours & Student Travel Programs
Travel
Unforgettable activities in bucket list destinations await on Active Teen Tours and Global Adventures.
Learn
Pursue your interests and get a taste of the college experience on a Pre-College Enrichment program.
Volunteer
Connect with communities around the globe and make an impact on Community Service programs.
Safety, Our #1 Priority
At Westcoast Connection, nothing else comes first. We are extremely proud of our safety record over 38 summers. While we know that traveling and being active inherently involves risk that cannot be eliminated, we use our well-developed processes to systematically reduce and manage risk to make our experiences as safe as possible.
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About Us
It all started with 40 wide-eyed teens on a life-changing road trip to the west coast. We’ve come a long way since then and could never have guessed that over 37,000 travelers from around the world would come to share the special excitement of our tightly-knit groups. Learn about us and our commitment to creating unforgettable summer experiences for teens.
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Our Summer Leaders
Our leaders are unique individuals who uphold our safety policies, act as role models for participants, and know how to have a great time! Every staff member is certified in CPR and First Aid, and passes a rigorous screening and training program prior to the summer, so they’re ready to provide a well-supervised and fun-filled experience.
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What are your safety standards?
Our travelers’ security is our number one priority and we strive to create the safest programs possible. There are various aspects to safety from planning and itinerary development, staffing and training, risk management and social and emotional safety. Built on 38 years of experience in providing teens with reliable and secure travel experiences, we are proud of our excellent safety record. For more information, visit our Safety page, and better yet call us.
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How do I enroll?
You can enroll on our website here.
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Who are the staff and what are their qualifications?
Our staff are educators, guidance counselors, coaches, college and university students, former camp counselors, residence life coordinators, community volunteers, world travelers, and other leaders with diverse backgrounds. Many are former participants themselves who couldn’t get enough of the Westcoast experience! Learn more about our summer leaders.
