MARYLAND

BALTIMORE

The sights and activities were so cool! 

Hannah Weese

I definitley have more appreciation for my life and also children because of the projects we did on this program! 

Noah Kane

Most amazing summer of my life and I can't believe how fast it went by!  After participating in this program, I am no longer taking things that seem unimportant to me, like a bed, for granted; I feel like I have matured and become more independent.  Working in La Carpio was by far my favorite community service project!  Going to La Carpio was basically the most meaningful thing I have ever done in my life; I felt like I made a difference and it was a beautiful experience.

Abby Abrams

This trip was everything I expected it to be. Abby had an amazing time and we felt very confident about her safety at all times, which was the most important thing!

Edye Abrams

The trip was so exciting and all the activities really did what teens want to see and experience during the summer.

Kara Gelber

BETHESDA

Communtiy service was a very eye opening experience for me.  I learned that I should appreciate everything that I have in my life and not to take things for granted.

Lily Blum

Thank you for such a wonderful experience for Lily. We truly appreciate how patient and caring your staff team was.  She has come home with wonderful stories and pictures. The responsiveness of your team made us feel completely confident that she would have a terrific experience.

Jamie Shor & Michael Blum

I had a great summer!

Sydney Markus

The community service projects were incredible.  I learned so much about myself and gained knowledge of the world around me.  The staff was absolutely unbelievable.  They were so fun and related so well to us and always watched out for our safety.  Being in Africa was so amazing in and of itself but meeting such awesome friends made it even better!

Alexandra Smith

Every-time Alex called home she had nothing but good things to say. We were completely satisfied with the whole trip and would DEFINITELY recommend it to others!

Elizabeth and David Smith

CHEVY CHASE

I was surprised at how close I become with the trip members and the staff.  Italy was a great experience and has inspired me. 

Caroline Flax

COLUMBIA

Your staff promised a great trip, and they really delivered! 

Karen Lindeman

DARNESTOWN

My counselors made this trip better and more worthwhile.  They were all so nice and made us feel so welcomed!  I have honestly never had an experience like this before.  It was amazing and I would do it again in a minute. 

Kassie Nantz

Thanks for Ali’s wonderful, well organized teen experience as always, you definitely have a well-oiled machine! She absolutely had a fabulous time and we were very impressed with how professional everyone was. Again this year, Kassie was in great hands and had the time of her life! She is already planning a reunion with all the girls! Thanks again for all that your staff did to make this a very memorable summer for her!

Susie and Lee Nantz

GLENWOOD

Samantha had an amazing time, and met so many new friends on her California and the Canyons tour.
Janet & Steven Grebow

LUTHERVILLE

It was so much fun and our group was the best! This wasn't just the summer of a lifetime - I made friends that I will keep for a lifetime.

Carly Geller

NORTH BETHESDA

Westcoast Connection made my first experience here amazing. The friends that I met along the way are people that I will never forget.

Noa Levin

NORTH POTOMAC

Dani had an incredible experience.  Everything was highly organized and well run! Her younger brother will definitely be going on the same trip in a few years! 

Helene Felber

Alex had the most amazing summer of his life on the US Explorer. He met so many new friends and had countless experiences. Every phone call we had with him was so uplifting. Each time we saw his picture he had a huge smile. We also want to commend you on the organization and staff of this trip.  We want to again thank Symon, Seth and all of the fabulous counselors on Alex's trip. You certainly gave him a summer to remember. Thanks for everything.

Jaye & Robert Greenfest

Jess had a great time....REALLY loved it

Arty & Bonnie Berko

OCEAN CITY

The tour was amazing.  I made tons of friends, dozens of memories, and all new experiences.  It really was the time of my life.

Adam Albright

We just arrived home and we have to tell you life will never be the same.  Adam had a ball!  He misses his friends already and is currently making plans to go see them.  In his words, 'it was the trip of a lifetime' and it was amazing. Thank you also for keeping our son safe and returning him to us having experienced something that will, as they say, "go down in the books."

Jamie & Jeff Albright

OWINGS MILLS

Jamie had an amazing time on her teen tour. The icebreakers that were done in the beginning broke down any cliques and drama.  Michaela, the trip director, was great! Jamie made amazing friends and was so sad for it to be over. 

Ellen Westerman

After participating in this program, I look at the world differently. I feel fortunate for what I have and I want to keep giving back.  This was a summer I will never forget. 

Ryan Joffe

The best Westcoast Connection trip I have ever been on!  Every day was amazing.                          

Maxx Lowenstein

Maxx had a great trip. He made friends for life and had the best time of his life. Thanks!!!!

Amy Lowenstein

I came alone, and now I'm leaving with all these new friends and had a once in a lifetime experience, this amazing trip. I liked the service projects - they gave me a first hand look at some of the neglected & hungry children in Alaska.  Westcoast/360 rocks!!! I would recommend this trip to anyone!

Matthew Berman

I had an AMAZING summer. I met the most amazing friends on this trip.

Carly Trattner

This was the best summer. The kids, staff and activities were all great. Westcoast Connection was an amazing experience.

Jenny Sloane

This trip was amazing. I never thought that I would be skiing on July 4th!

Joel Cohen

Sam had a wonderful experience.  Everything was fantastic from the communication to parents, organization, personal service and obvious care for each child, and most of all the tremendous itinerary.  We know that Sam will remember this experience for the rest of his life and we can't thank you enough for making it so fantastic for him!

Jeffrey & Robin Wexler

POTOMAC

California and the Canyons was a great experience.  I have made so many new friends and tried so many new things. 

Samantha Magenheim

Samantha had the time of her life!

Susan Magenheim

This summer was so much more than an educational experience. The staff and Rob were amazing at uniting the participants on this trip into a tight knit family that made this summer unbelievable.  

Kelly Lin

Thank you for taking care of Sydney this summer.  She had a fantastic time and I am certain my daughter Chelsea won't be far behind. 

Robert Finfer

There was a good variety of activities and kids got along with each other wonderfully. 

Julie Liss

I made great friends, the staff was excellent, and the locations were like nothing I've ever seen before. After 7 summers at camp, I wasn't sure what to expect but this summer was an amazing new experience.

Ethan Asher

Thank you for the best summer of my life! This trip was unbelievable! I have made lifelong friends and memories. I will always remember what an amazing summer I had on Westcoast Connection!

Nicole Waxman

I think that this trip is great and all of the options here make us have a great summer!

Jordan Weissberg

The staff on my trip was great and really cared for us. My favorite community service project was 'Read to Me' because it was so much fun to read to the kids and they were so happy to be with us!

Zoe Forster

Andy had a wonderful time and enjoyed the staff and all the new friends he met. There is nothing more I could have asked for or expected. Communication before the trip was exceptional and during the trip was fabulous. Dawn was an unbelievable Director!!!!!! The staff was FANTASTIC and made ALL the kids feel like they were an important part of the group. It was everything and more I could have wanted for my child.

Peggy Goldman

It was a great trip and an extremely meaningful experience. My director Julie showed great leadership and catered to everyone's needs. Participating in this community service trip opened my eyes to all I can do to help enrich the lives of others and allowed me to learn a great deal about myself in the process.

Rebecca Shesser

Les did an amazing job. She was incredibly friendly and helpful and at the same time remained professional. One of my best summers ever, an amazing program that I will definitely recommend.

Sara Bonner

Jamie LOVED the trip...Thanks for running a great show. 

Gary & Sheri Sudhalter

Jaymi had a wonderful summer.  Thank you once again for helping her have the best summer! 

Robyn & Steven Solomon

Jennifer had a wonderful experience in Costa Rica.  She made fabulous friends.  She loved all the adventure activities, and liked the community service portions of the trip.  She learned a lot about another culture, tried new foods, was exposed to Spanish and learned to use foreign currency- overall, a great experience!  We think the supervision was great.  She was thrilled with her trip, and we are enjoying all the stories she has shared about the trip.  We are grateful that you were able to provide this experience to her.

Stuart & Joy Stein

REISTERSTOWN

Thank you so much for all that you have done making these trips happen. I truly had a summer of a lifetime. There is so much I took out of this trip that will last with me forever. The whole trip was so perfect and I wouldn’t change a single thing about it. The staff was amazing and I would want to do another trip in a heartbeat. Thank you so much for making my summer one I will never forget.

Grant Cohen

We are so happy with the program. It was everything we could have ever asked for. In Grant's words, “it was a perfect trip in every sense”. He loved his fellow attendees, his counselors, the itinerary, the experiences and more. There was great leadership, well done!

Sherri & Andrew Cohen

This program has made me more gracious and appreciative of things.

Harris Rubenstein

ROCKVILLE

I have enjoyed this whole trip, every part of it. I will always remember the smiles on the families' faces after the small time we devoted to better their lives. We have had so many deep conversations that made the service even better. The trip director Danny was amazing and always energetic. I will never forget my summer with Westcoast Connection / 360° Student Travel.  I made new friends, had amazing experiences and just a terrific summer!

Nina Lish

Nina went on the California and the Canyons trip in 2010.  She had a great time and that is why she insisted she only go on a Westcoast Connection / 360° Student Travel trip this summer.  Well, the Costa Rica trip far surpassed her expectations.  She loved every minute of it!  She said her director Danny was fabulous!

Ilene Lish

I had so much fun. Thank you for everything Westcoast Connection. I'm looking forward for the trip next summer to Israel. I never knew that I could make so many great friends in only 40 days! Everyone became so close and it gives me the chills to even think about us all leaving each other. 

Jenna Ehrlich

I made a great group of friends which made the trip awesome!  The whole tour became a family!

Lexi Levenson

Allie had a fabulous trip. We would recommend your group to any and all.

Sheldon and Sherri Laps

This program made me a better leader and more confident when meeting new people.  I have gained friends, knowledge, and amazing memories!

Rachel Milner

I felt fulfilled when it came to community service and had fun! The Hacienda Health Care was my favorite community service project because it was such a different experience and it really opened my eyes. I also made connections and really felt like I made a difference. I made new friends and was exposed to community service at the same time.

Shelby Distenfeld

It was the best summer of my life; Life changing!

Zach Friedman

Thank you so much for making what Zach characterized as the best summer of his life and a trip that far exceed his expectations.  We considered several other companies before choosing Westcoast and we made a great decision.  Thanks to everyone!

Michelle & Steve Friedman

It was a great trip and an amazing summer.

Zach Abelman

Zack had an AMAZING time!!! He loved the whole trip and is SO happy that he went! Thank you so much!! You all were awesome!!

Wendy & Stephen Abelman

The trip is amazing. I went to so many cool places and made tons of new friends and the staff was so cool to hang with. This summer is the best I ever had and I definitely recommend it!

Adam Hammerman

The trip as a whole was an incredible experience. The orphanage was powerful and rewarding. It was an eye and mind opening experience that helped me realize my individual power to make a difference no matter how small.

Orly Farber

Orly had only a single complaint:  the trip wasn't long enough.  She said she had one of the best times of her life, and she thanked us the minute she got off the plane for sending her.  We can think of no greater testimonial.  Thank you. 

Pamela Nadell & Edward Farber

RUXTON

Nina was THRILLED with the trip and so were we!   Thank you So much.  It surpassed our expectations on every level and we appreciate your help and guidance.  Melissa the director was very professional, supportive and responsive. Kyle was a great leader and very encouraging.  Nina tried new activities and made new friendships. She has expanded her commitment to community service and grew so much from her experiences in California! She is already talking about next year's program. 

Amy & Paul Sponseller

SILVER SPRING

Jason had a fabulous time. 

Meryl Glantz

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