International travel programs offer teens a unique opportunity to travel and learn during summer. Camps that categorize themselves as travel camps offer a striking variety of options. These can range from sailing a tall ship, to visiting a variety of European destinations, to canoe-tripping through the wilds of northern Canada. There's no better way imaginable to open up the world for young minds – both literally and metaphorically. Travel camp is an experience that will form minds for the duration of a lifetime. Read more
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Bytown Brigantine Tall Ships Adventure
An adventure-based camp on a tall ship - leadership, good citizenship & lifelong friendships built through working alongside crew sailing the vessel(s). HS credits on Fair Jeanne, small group ages 12+ sailing Black Jack. Ontario (4); United States (1)
Travel
from $900/session
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Camp Pathfinder
Est. 1914. A traditional boys' summer camp, island campus in Algonquin. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camp skills. Wilderness canoe trips, Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff. Positive masculine culture. Fun! Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
from $1,000/week
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Camp IAWAH
Eastern Ontario summer camp, nestled on the shores of Wolfe Lake 15 minutes from Westport. Activities at Iawah include leadership building, archery tag, canoeing, cake decorating, programming and turf sports. Westport
Traditional (multi activity)
from $425/week
sessions & dates
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Northwaters & Langskib Canoe Tripping Programs
Wilderness canoe adventures with heart & meaning in separate boys, girls and coed programs. Trips weave together challenge, community and confidence to connect youth to the land, each other, and their own unique spirit. Temagami
Adventure: Wilderness Out-tripping
from $1,200/week
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Kandalore
Kandalore is the finest traditional summer camp in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. Specialized leadership programs for 16 and 17 year olds. Minden
Traditional (multi activity)
from $2,715/2 weeks
sessions & dates
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ESL Summer Camp at Pickering College
An exciting 4-week Summer Camp for International students aged 12-18 who want to learn and improve on the English Language. 110 hrs of ESL classroom instruction + Outdoor Adventure Trip. Includes TOEFL Junior Assessment. Newmarket
ESL
from $5,600/month
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Camp Ecolart
A premium summer and winter camp for boys and girls 4 to 17 years old offering more than 15 different programs in their summer overnight and day camp, and a skiing/snowboarding program in the March break camp. Montreal; Vancouver; West Vancouver
Traditional (multi activity)
from $240/week
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Branksome Hall Day Camps
A co-ed day camp featuring Dance, Tennis, Soccer, Musical Theatre, Robotics, Photography, Film, Adventure and more. Home base for our camps is Branksome's new, state-of-the-art Athletics and Wellness Centre. Rosedale, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
from $360/week
sessions & dates
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City Scouts: Urban Adventure Camp
City Scouts is a weekly urban adventure camp in the heart of Toronto. Groups of 6 kids aged 10-13 explore the city by transit and on foot Grange Park, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
from $355/week
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Outward Bound Canada
Est 1969. Inspiring, challenging journeys of self-discovery in the outdoors. Join an authentic, transformational adventure to see Canada at its finest, reach beyond your own boundaries, and tap in to your true potential. Kananaskis; Vancouver Island; Throughout Canada; Grand Manan; Algonquin Park
Adventure (multi)
from $779/week
sessions & dates
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Niagara Christian Collegiate
Give your child a fun-filled learning adventure at any of NCC's Summer Camps. Or get a head start on your studies during our August Credit Program! Fort Erie
Traditional (multi activity)
from $3,550/session
sessions & dates
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Camp Ak-O-Mak
A traditional summer camp with over 26 sports and camp activities, including swimming, tennis, canoeing, biking and more. Parry Sound
Sport (multi)
from $900/week
sessions & dates
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Lovell International Camps
Canadian run camp in the Swiss Alps. Offering a host of sports and activities including: Language, Skiing, Tennis, Golf, Horse Riding, Hiking, Mountain Biking, River Rafting, Cultural Excursions & Overnight Expeditions. International
Traditional (multi activity)
from $3,800/3 weeks
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YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region
Choose active and fun Neighbourhood day camps close to home, with themed weeks and out trips, OR a traditional outdoor day (or overnight) experience at Camp Otonabee with ropes, paddling, nature hikes, swimming and more Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
from $190/week
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Army and Navy Academy Summer Camp
Army and Navy Academy Camp Challenge offers your young co-eds motivational summer leadership, academic, and recreation camps that encourage active involvement, accountability, skill development, and personal growth. California
Traditional (multi activity)
from $3,200/session
sessions & dates
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Claremont Nature Centre
Nature based summer day and overnight camp led by Ontario Certified Teachers. Spend days outdoors exploring ponds, creeks, wetlands meadows and forests! Pickering
Traditional (multi activity)
from $180/week
sessions & dates
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Academic Camp Canada
Exciting academic summer camps for 12-17 year olds in British Columbia, New Brunswick & Ottawa. BCCA accredited. Combination of inspiring academic learning, activities & trips. Computer Science & Medical Studies camps Mill Bay; International; Rothesay; Ottawa
Education (multi)
from $525/program
sessions & dates
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Camp Wanapitei
Wilderness canoe-tripping camp based in Northern Ontario, paddling Ontario, Quebec, and the Territories. A strong tripping program is complemented by caring staff, community focus and a diverse in-camp program. Temagami
Adventure: Wilderness Out-tripping
from $750/week
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Appleby College Summer Programs
A huge variety of programming options for campers and students ages 4-17. We offer 50+ Camp programs, academic day and boarding programs and travel credit courses! Oakville; International
Education (multi)
from $328/week
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Medeba Summer Camp
Medeba Summer Camp is an overnight camp that uses adventure and community to provide the best week of your child's summer! We provide a full range of traditional and extensive adventure activities to choose from. Haliburton
Traditional (multi activity)
from $729/week
sessions & dates
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YMCA John Island Camp
JOHN ISLAND CAMP is exclusively located in the North Channel of Lake Huron and offers a variety of traditional, leadership, and kayak/canoe tripping programming. Sudbury; Blind River
Traditional (multi activity)
from $529/week
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1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff College
Leadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship. Quebec City; South Annex, Toronto; Bancroft
Reading: Leadership training
from $150/week
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The Wylde Swan
Grow into a citizen of the world with this unique summer camp offering international travel, sailing aboard a tall-ship, education in geography, environmental sciences, leadership, communication skills, and so much more! International
Sport: Sailing/Marine Skills
from $1,599/session
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Camp Mère Clarac
Located on the banks of Rivière Ouareau, we have a magnificent 115 acres of land (making it one of the most beautiful campsites in Quebec) with unique and safe facilities, and 25 activities conducted in French! Saint-Donat
Traditional (multi activity)
from $475/session
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MWS Montreal Language Camps
French and English language camps at McGill University where kids engage in language learning, daily excursions and camp activities. Programmes divided by age - 7 to 10, 11 to 13 and 14 to 17 years old. Downtown West, Toronto; Montreal
Education: FSL
from $790/session
sessions & dates
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Township of King
With a mixture of sports, arts, and nature based programs, you are sure to find the perfect camp or program for your child! High Five and OCA Certified. Visit www.king.ca for more information.
Traditional (multi activity)
from $4/week
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National Yacht Club Sailing Camp and School
Looking for a fun and affordable camp on Toronto's waterfront? Learn to sail, make new friends and enjoy Lake Ontario. Join the National Yacht Club Sailing & Racing School and get out on the water this summer! Harbourfront, Toronto
Sport: Sailing/Marine Skills
from $315/week
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The Whale Camp
A unique marine science experience on beautiful Grand Manan island in the Bay of Fundy. Camp programs include whale watches, seabird observation trips, kayaking excursions, hands-on science education, hiking, and more. Grand Manan
Science: Marine Biology
from $1,425/week
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Brentwood College School Summer Camps
Located on beautiful Vancouver Island, Brentwood College School offers focused camps for Soccer, Academics, Rowing, Rock Band, Debate, and Musical Theatre for kids aged 7 to 17. Mill Bay
Traditional (multi activity)
from $200/week
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UTutor Education Centre
A professional after school tutoring centre with dedicated and experienced tutor professionals helping students get their academic success, from High school to University pathway programs. Willowdale, Toronto; Richmond Hill; Newmarket
Education (multi)
from $100/week
sessions & dates
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Athlete Institute Basketball & Soccer Academy
Athlete Institute is elite basketball & soccer in Canada! Our year-round camps will enhance your IQ & skills. LEARN & PLAY with Canada's best coaches & athletes to EXPERIENCE the ultimate basketball & soccer camps! Orangeville
Traditional (multi activity)
from $500/week
sessions & dates
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ICE Robotics
A personalized interactive Summer Camp, providing more than 25 STEM learning modules in combination with variety of in-door and out-door activities. New Toronto, Toronto
Education: STEM
from $150/week
sessions & dates
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Stanstead College Summer Camps
Summer Camps for local and foreign students. Wide variety of camps offered such as Language, STEM, Cultural, Hockey Specific and much more! Stanstead
Traditional (multi activity)
from $900/session
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YMCA Cedar Glen
Give your child an experience they will never forget! YMCA Cedar Glen is an outdoor day camp just north of Toronto in King Township. Located on 263 acres, all programs are supervised by highly trained YMCA staff. King
Traditional (multi activity)
from $205/session
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Tamarack West Summer Camp
A unique outdoor day camp that combines both nature and city experiences assuring a great experience for each camper. High Park, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
from $300/week
sessions & dates
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Here's a quick overview of benefits, as exemplified by some types of travel programs:
The short term benefits of international travel for teens or tweens are demonstrated anecdotally by anyone who has ever done this ("I learned so much"). The longer term benefits have been explored in a study by the Wagner Group. They surveyed adults who had participated in educational travel during their teen years and found interesting trends, including higher grades in university, and higher income as adults.
There were more personal effects of teen travel programs also:
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