Traveling internationally with children is an unforgettable experience, but it comes with unpredictable risks. A sudden ear infection in Italy or a sprained ankle in Costa Rica can turn a dream vacation into a logistical and financial nightmare.
Most parents assume their standard U.S. health insurance or the coverage provided by a premium credit card is enough. In reality, domestic plans usually provide little to no coverage abroad. If they do, they process claims as "out-of-network," leaving families to pay thousands of dollars upfront and fight for partial reimbursement later.
When you purchase a Single Trip plan from BCBS Global Solutions, you gain access to an elite global network of English-speaking pediatricians and specialists.
It costs less than you think to protect the ones you love.
Quote Your Family TripQuick answers about family travel insurance.
Usually very little. Most domestic plans offer no coverage outside the U.S., or treat foreign care as out-of-network, leaving you to pay upfront and chase partial reimbursement later.
Yes. Single Trip plans from BCBS Global Solutions cover every traveler on the policy, including children, with access to English-speaking pediatricians and specialists worldwide.
The plans include 24/7 telemedicine, so you can reach a doctor by phone or tablet without leaving your room. Plus direct billing at many international facilities.
Yes. BCBS Global Solutions plans cover pre-existing conditions, which matters for kids with conditions like asthma or allergies.
The plans include emergency medical evacuation coverage, so if a local hospital cannot provide the right treatment, transport to a capable facility is covered.
For expensive family vacations, yes. HTH Trip Protector plans reimburse prepaid, nonrefundable trip costs if you must cancel for a covered reason. See our trip protection page for details.