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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 who have tour and visited Mexico rated the Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company Essential plan
4.69 out of 5
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Didn't need to use it, but glad it was there. Easy to compare and purchase.
Ruth M. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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Very reasonable. Comfortable to know all of my concerns were covered.
Cheryl T. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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It was a Good Deal for the Price , However Due to a Permit Issue with the Mexican FAA We were forced to Fly a much smaller Airplane back to Ensanada Mex Not to TJ Mex, had to ride a Bus to the Boarder.
Not sure the insurance would have even covered That? But I do like doing Business with this Company.
Terry D. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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    Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoy doing business with Nationwide.

    In order to have coverage under Travel Delay, you would have to experience a minimum of a 6 hour delay that resulted in "Additional Expenses (which) means any reasonable expenses for meals and lodging as well as local transportation and essential phone calls that were necessarily incurred as the result of a Hazard and that were not provided by the Common Carrier or other party free of charge."

    If your situation did involve a 6 hour delay resulting in "Additional Expenses", you may wish to file a claim with Nationwide:

    Toll Free: (888) 490-7606
    Fax: (800) 560-6340
    [email protected]

    Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30am-5:00pm ET, Thurs 9:30am-5:00pm ET
    Sep 10,2019
The trip included a
tour
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Always purchase but have never needed. Wish the premium was a little lower!
Robert R. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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  • Carol
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    Thank you for your feedback.

    Premiums for comprehensive policies are based largely on the length of the trip, the ages of the travelers, and the cost of the trip. A travel insurance policy is considered to be of good value when the policy premium is 4-10% of the insured trip cost.

    InsureMyTrip is open 7 days a week, 365 days a year, and our customer care representatives are licensed insurance agents who are able to recommend the most cost effective plans which will cover the travelers primary concerns. If you would like to receive assistance in obtaining a quote or purchasing a policy, please call us at 800-487-4722 as we would be happy to assist you.
    May 28,2019
The trip included a
tour
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
I have been very satisfied with the selection of this plan.
Lawrence D. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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Trip was cancelled and had no coverage for mechanical problems. Only paid for the United fees to change our tickets to come home a week early.
Steven W. would not recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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  • Carol
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    Thank you for your review.

    We regret to hear that your claim was denied. No one ever wants to hear that there is no coverage for a cancelled trip. However, Trip Cancellation only reimburses if your reason for cancellation is a covered reason listed in your policy. Unfortunately, Mechanical Breakdown of your Common Carrier is not listed as a covered reason.

    Please call us weekdays from 7:00 AM to midnight ET or weekends from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM ET at 800-487-4722 if you have any questions.
    Apr 09,2019
The trip included a
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Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
As a result of the Bomb Cyclone Blizzard in Denver, we were able to reschedule our flights and hotel reservations through Southwest Vacations. Nationwide was a pleasure to work with in being able to reschedule our insurance dates so that we could be covered for our rescheduled vacation.
Teresa M. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
The site was easy to navigate and find the option for coverage I found to be adequate.
I did not need to file a claim, so I cannot review that process.
Leanne M. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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The trip included a
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Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Having this plan gives pe3ace of mind in the event something happens. Going back to you today to protect me next trip.
Kelley D. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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The trip included a
tour
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
I had to be hospitalized overnight in Playa del Carmen while on vacation. It too over 3 months for my primary insurance to process and pay my claim before I could submit to Nationwide. Once submitted to them, they paid all the remaining amount in less than three weeks. They were much easier to deal with than my own health insurance provider. They covered their obligation quickly with no hassles. I usually take a couple of trips a year and always buy travel insurance. Nationwide will continue to earn my business. They provide the coverage I need at a price that's very affordable.
David A. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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