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Travel Insurance Reviews Nationwide Essential

The Essential plan from Nationwide Mutual Insurance is for travelers planning trips on a budget who don't want to sacrifice coverage. Coverages include Trip Cancellation and Interruption, Medical, Emergency Medical Evacuation, and Assistance Services.

To learn more, see the Nationwide Essential trip insurance product page.

Customers rated the Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company Essential plan
4.62 out of 5
7,771
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96%
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Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Had to cancel because of wife's injury. Nationwide covered full amount of loss without hassle.
Richard O. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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The trip included a
tour
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Fortunately, I did not have to file a claim for you for my trip protection, , Just a thought of having my needs covered in case it was needed, made my vacation much more enjoyable.
Boris D. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Easy, quick and customer service was great, even though I didn't need to file a claim. We will use for our next Europe Trip.
John T. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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The trip included a
cruise
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Always happy with the plan, the price and the service.
Mark T. would not recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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The trip included a
tour
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
The coverage is good and the cost is low.
Van H. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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The trip included a
cruise
tour
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
I did not need to use it, yet it is indispensable to have when traveling abroad. I will do it every time I travel.
David R. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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The trip included a
tour
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
After shopping around I found this to be the best value. I did have an issue with my trip and spoke to a representative who was very strait forward with what is covered and what is not. They were very helpful. I ended up having a great vacation and it was comforting to know I was covered if a medical situation arose while I was out hiking, biking, zip lining and river rafting. Thankfully I did not have to make a claim to the insurance.
Brian F. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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The trip included a
cruise
tour
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Not being an "insurance professional" I evidently purchased the wrong type of plan for our cruise. I sure wish they still had actual humans to TALK to and discuss/explain the options available and guide you to the correct plan.
Our trip was interrupted and we missed 2 of the main ports/stops. The insurance plan I purchased did not cover this! My paperwork was very misleading and have to be an attorney to understand the wording and exactly what I purchased.
I called customer service but not even sure they were with Nationwide or a broker.
Danette R. would not recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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  • Michelle A
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    Thank you for your review. Most of the travel insurance policies offered do not provide coverage for missed ports. The primary focus of our representatives is to help our customers interpret policy language. We can also help customers find the best plans for their concerns. In the future, please feel free to call us at 800-487-4722.
    Oct 30,2019
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Did not have to use the policy so.I can't provide a review other than price and coverage.
Dellos M. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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The trip included a
tour
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Didn't need to use the plan, thank goodness! That's what insurance is about!
Anne G. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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