Travel

The Transformative Power of Travel

NEXTDC takes learning outside of the classroom!

From Washington, DC to across the northeast, our field trip programs offer scholars a chance to expand their worldviews, experience the hospitality and tourism industry from a consumer perspective, and go behind the scenes with professionals and executives.

Backyard Bound

Academy scholars get to know both the consumer-facing experience and behind-the-scenes operations of the DC hospitality industry.

Hospitality Horizons

Academy students to explore major
cities on the East Coast, merging industry exposure and college exploration.

Rite of Passage

Welcoming students to Washington, DC from across the country in partnership with the SYTA Youth Foundation and Educational Tours, Inc.

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Rite of Passage 2026

For over 10 years, NEXTDC, Educational Tours, Inc, and the ‪‬ SYTA Youth Foundation have partnered to help students from across the country build their appreciation of our nation's capital, both its institutions and local culture.Through the Rite of Passage program, deserving students get a chance to experience must-see attractions unique to Washington DC.

“It is very rewarding to have a partner in NEXTDC who understands the power of travel on changing young lives for good. Together we believe we can have a positive impact on youth.”

Carylann Assante | SYTA Youth Foundation

"I learned a lot from all the museums and other sites that we visited in DC. It was really cool to be able to sit and bond with other kids on the trip from my school I didn't know, but we shared a lot on the trip."

Student on a NEXTDC Rite of Passage field trip

We Don't Do This Alone

The work of NEXTDC would not be possible without the generous support of hundreds of businesses and professionals who know how important it is to invest their time, expertise, and resources in young people in our community.

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