Globe Traveller

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Summary

ACS Globe Traveller provides flexible worldwide travel insurance for travelers up to age 65, offering variable medical coverage with comprehensive travel benefits. With scalable medical limits and coverage excluding the US, it targets mid-age travelers who need reliable worldwide protection with travel conveniences like luggage insurance and personal liability. The plan balances medical coverage flexibility with practical travel benefits for extended international travel.

Fact Sheet

Name Globe Traveller
Provider ACS
Age 0 to 65
Premium €1.39 to €3.81 per day
Duration 8 days to 1 year
Minimum cancellation notice This plan does not support early cancellation.
Maximum number of medical extension days 15 days
Bookable after departure included
Available coverage regions Africa, Asia, Middle East & Western Asia, North America, Oceania, South America and Worldwide excluding US & CA

Highlights

Pros:

  • Flexible medical coverage options (scalable limits)
  • Covers travelers up to age 65
  • Comprehensive worldwide coverage (excluding US)
  • Luggage insurance included
  • Personal liability coverage included
  • Accidental death and disability benefits
  • Can be purchased after departure
  • Medical extension available (15 days)
  • Duration up to 1 year
  • High-risk sports coverage available

Cons:

  • Lower maximum medical coverage than Globe Partner
  • No early cancellation options
  • No home country coverage
  • No maternity coverage
  • High-risk sports require surcharge
  • Cannot extend beyond 15 days for medical reasons
  • No US coverage option
  • No coverage for personal belongings beyond luggage

Medical Coverage (Illness & Accidents)

Medical Coverage Limit €150,000.00 to €500,000.00
Inpatient Coverage included
Outpatient Coverage included
Emergency Dental Coverage included
Maternity Coverage unavailable

Assistance

Emergency Assistance included
Repatriation Coverage included

Miscellaneous

Accidental Death and Disability Coverage included
High Risk Sports Coverage available at a surcharge
Home Country Coverage unavailable
Luggage Insurance included
Personal Belongings Coverage unavailable
Personal Liability Coverage included

Analysis

ACS Globe Traveller provides a flexible middle-ground solution for travelers who need comprehensive worldwide coverage with practical travel benefits but don't require the highest medical limits. Its scalable medical coverage options allow travelers to balance protection needs with budget constraints while maintaining essential travel benefits.

Compared to other plans:

  • Vs. ACS Globe Partner: Lower medical coverage but covers older travelers (up to 65 vs 39)
  • Vs. ACS Europax: Substantially higher medical coverage with travel benefits but at higher cost
  • Vs. IMG Europe GlobeHopper: Similar coverage approach but ACS includes more comprehensive travel benefits
  • Vs. April MyTravel plans: Lower medical coverage but includes luggage and liability benefits

The plan's strength lies in its combination of flexibility and comprehensive travel benefits, making it suitable for travelers who need more than basic medical coverage but don't require unlimited protection. The age limit of 65 makes it accessible to older travelers excluded from Globe Partner.

Best suited for:

  • Mid-age travelers (40-65) on extended international trips
  • Business travelers needing comprehensive worldwide coverage
  • Retirees on extended international travel (excluding US)
  • Travelers requiring luggage and liability protection
  • Digital nomads who need travel benefits beyond medical coverage

The plan offers good value for travelers who need balanced worldwide protection with practical travel benefits. However, those requiring US coverage should consider Globe Partner (if under 40) or alternative providers, while travelers needing unlimited medical coverage should explore BDAE or Dr. Walter options.

All Plans Offered By ACS

Plan Duration Age Medical Coverage Available Coverage Regions

Globe Traveller

8 days to 1 year 0 to 65 €150,000.00 to €500,000.00 Africa, Asia, Middle East & Western Asia, North America, Oceania, South America and Worldwide excluding US & CA

Europax

1 day to 3 months 0 to 70 €30,000.00 Europe

Globe Partner

8 days to 1 year 0 to 39 €300,000.00 Africa, Asia, Middle East & Western Asia, North America, Oceania, South America, Worldwide excluding US & CA and Worldwide including US
Globe Traveller
Duration: 8 days to 1 year
Age: 0 to 65
Medical Coverage: €150,000.00 to €500,000.00
Destinations: Africa, Asia, Middle East & Western Asia, North America, Oceania, South America and Worldwide excluding US & CA
Europax
Duration: 1 day to 3 months
Age: 0 to 70
Medical Coverage: €30,000.00
Destinations: Europe
Globe Partner
Duration: 8 days to 1 year
Age: 0 to 39
Medical Coverage: €300,000.00
Destinations: Africa, Asia, Middle East & Western Asia, North America, Oceania, South America, Worldwide excluding US & CA and Worldwide including US

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