SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 30, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- The ISE Card, long known for its superior discounts, medical, travel and airline bankruptcy benefits for students, has now teamed-up with Visa to provide the ultimate in convenience and service to student travelers. ISE Cards Korea has entered into an agreement with Visa whereby the ISE Card and Visa Card have been combined into one "Multi Card." Each "Multi Card" has a built-in telephone calling card feature provided by SK Telecom. In addition, all 35,000 of this year's Korean ISE Cardholders who meet the Visa eligibility requirements will have their ISE Cards converted to the "Multi Card."
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Standard ISE Cardholder benefits include $2,000 in medical coverage, $5,000 in evacuation coverage, $2,000 in airline bankruptcy protection, as well as a 24-hour toll-free emergency hotline. However, the most well-known benefit of the ISE Card is the wide variety of amazing worldwide discounts on treks, museums, tours, restaurants, hotels, and transportation. With this new Visa arrangement, all of the benefits of the ISE Card will now automatically be included in each "Multi Card." Therefore, not only will ISE students be able to obtain their discounts and take advantage of the wide variety of benefits offered, but they will also have the added benefits of immediate access to purchasing-power worldwide, as well as a convenient way to pay for their travel necessities. Emergency or spending money may be obtained with the "Multi Card" at any ATM worldwide which accepts Visa.
For those who issue the ISE Card, the new "Multi Card" issuance system will also make it that much easier to verify a student's status in a secure and accurate manner.
What is the ISE Card?
The ISE Card is an International Identification Card, designed for students, faculty members and youths interested in traveling or studying abroad. The ISE Card is recognized around the world and is honored for discounts at many famous sights, as well as local establishments such as restaurants and cafes. Each ISE Card comes with medical coverage, a 24-hour toll free emergency hotline, airline bankruptcy protection, as well as evacuation coverage. The cost of the ISE Card is $25.00 and it is valid for a full year from the date of purchase.
ISE Cards, Inc., 11043 N. Saint Andrew's Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, USA. Tel: 1 800 255 8000 (toll free USA) or 480 951 1177. www.isecard.com info@isecard.com
