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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 visited the Dominican Republic rated the Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company Essential plan
4.62 out of 5
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Fortunately, we did not have to file a claim while traveling on our Honeymoon. However, it brought a peace of mind to my wife and I knowing we were covered with such an affordable policy. Would definitely recommend this policy.
Robert S. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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Luckily I didn’t have to used. I like the plan
Gordana G. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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I did not have to use the insurance but felt good knowing it was there .
cira g. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
I submitted a claim to get reimbursed for a trip delay. It was a relatively simple request for relatively small dollars. I submitted the claim on March 13; I finally received the insurance checks on May 8. That's much longer than it should take, in my opinion.
William G. would not recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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First time I have needed to call to file a claim since I have been purchasing insurance plans for trips. What a disappointment to find out that when I needed it - it would not cover our stolen cell phone in the Dominican Republic. Next time I know to read the fine details of a plan to know that some of the most expensive items I travel with such as cellphone and computer are NOT covered with this plan. I now know in the future when purchasing a plan to look at the detailed article coverage.
Ann P. would not recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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    Thank you for providing feedback on this policy.

    We are sorry to hear that your phone was stolen during your trip. It is unfortunate that most travel insurance policies will exclude or provide very limited coverage for electronics and cell phones.

    When planning to purchase a policy, we recommend contacting us by phone at 1-800-487-4722 to review the limitations and exclusions of our plans. We can also provide recommendations to you based on your main concerns. Our licensed representatives are avaiable 7 days a week.

    Please feel free to contact us if you have any further questions or concerns.
    Mar 09,2018
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Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Originally I hadn't taken a plan when I booked my trip. Then I thought it's hurricane season and I think I need a plan. I looked through all available plans and decided on Nationwide. Thankfully I didn't have to use the plan - however there was a time with Irma and Maria spinning off the coast of the Dominican Republic that I was glad that I had the coverage. For $80 you can't go wrong.
Michael E. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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I Have been purchasing plans for years and never had to use any. this time my daughter fainted and had to be rushed to the on resort medical facility. thank god everything turned out ok but i had a $200 medical bill. Filed a claim, filled out papers and emailed to nationwide. Received check for full amount within 5 days. Easy and no hassles. I will continue to use nationwide and highly recommend it
remo b. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
Everything went well on my trip, After hearing from others that had problems with luggage and hotels. Made my trip more relaxing knowing I had insurance.
Edward E. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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Fortunately for us we did not submit any claims, but it was still good feeling that we had a protection outside of USA.
Svetlana G. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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Nationwide Mutual Insurance Essential
I did not file a claim during this trip, but I did it at my previous trip. Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company did a great job. Service was professional and quick. All representatives were helpful and very professional.

Thank you.
Alexander S. would recommend this plan to a friend or relative.
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