Discover a country of natural diversity, cultural riches and laid-back vibes. From lush rainforests to unspoiled beaches and coastlines, Costa Rica offers a pura vida lifestyle. The vibrant culture, friendly locals, and laid-back atmosphere provide an ideal backdrop for teens to delve into exploration, learning, and relaxation. Be it participating in adventure activities, encountering wildlife, […]
Your Guide to 24 Incredible Summer Trips for Teens Embark on an inspiring journey with our curated list of ’24 ideas for your 2024 destination and activity bucket list.’ Discover the world’s most captivating destinations and thrilling activities to make your 2024 summer an unforgettable adventure. Since 1982, our Westcoast Connection summer programs for high […]
Discover our best summer programs for older teens Some of our summer programs offer an exclusive departure for older teens completing 11th and 12th grades. We call these programs “ON TOUR” since the itineraries combine a higher level of independence appropriate for older teens with the structure parents still expect from a summer program. From […]
Participating in a community service program is a valuable way for any teen to spend their summer. Combining the transformative experience of volunteering with the incredible benefits of travel? Now that’s something you’ll remember forever. Looking forward to summer 2024, are you wondering how to choose the right volunteer program? To get you started we’ve […]