Venue
Ramon Magsaysay Center
Address: Roxas Boulevard, corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Malate, Manila, Philippines
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The Ramon Magsaysay Center, built in 1967 and designed by Alfredo J. Luz and Associates, is an iconic 18-story building in Malate, Manila named after the 7th President of the Philippines. Known for its innovative column-free structure and durable exterior, it stands as a symbol of architectural excellence. The center features corporate offices, the Laureate Library, and the Ramon Magsaysay Hall, serving as a dynamic venue for business and cultural gatherings.
Diamond Hotel
Address: Roxas Boulevard, corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Malate, Manila, Philippines
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Diamond Hotel Philippines is a 5-star hotel on Roxas Boulevard, offering spectacular views of famous Manila Bay sunset. Its 27-story structure, featuring an Art Deco design and granite facade, houses 500 beautifully appointed rooms and a range of world-class amenities. With its prime location near key historical and cultural sites, the hotel is an iconic destination for visitors to the capital.
UP Asian Center
Address: Magsaysay Avenue cor. Katipunan Avenue, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City
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The GT-Toyota Asian Cultural Center, designed by renowned architect Jose Pedro Recio, serves as a space where new ideas, research, and advanced studies come to life. It features the GT-Toyota Hall of Wisdom, housing a museum, library, and research facilities, as well as the 500-seat GT-Toyota Asian Center Auditorium for academic events and conferences.
Many kinds of public transportation are conveniently available at NAIA. This may range from taxis, Grab cars, buses, and motorcycle taxis which can be used to take you to the Conference venue or your chosen accommodation.
Please visit this comprehensive guideline by the Manila International Airport Authority on various public transportations available at NAIA: https://bit.ly/NAIAtransport
For participants arriving from Clark International Airport in the province of Pampanga, you may take the Genesis point-to-point bus to take you to the National Capital Region (NCR). Kindly take note that the only available destinations from Clark are Trinoma (Quezon City) and NAIA (Manila). For more information, please visit this link.
- Take a taxi to the Conference venue or to your chosen accommodations. White taxis can be flagged down when available.
- You can also download the Grab app, and use the “car” feature to book a ride.
- Use the rail transit system:
Option 1: MRT
Take the Southbound train to Taft Avenue (EDSA) Station (fare: PhP 28.00). At the MRT – Taft Avenue Station, transfer to LRT line 1 – EDSA Station and ride the train heading to Fernande Poe Jr. (formerly Roosevelt) and get off at Pedro Gil Station (fare: Php 20.00). From the P. Gil Station,
- Walk 8 blocks from the train station to the Diamond Hotel; or
- Ride a jeep using the Robinson’s Manila route (fare PhP 13.00) and get off at Pedro Gil Street corner M. del Pilar Street. Walk towards Diamond Hotel; or
- Hail a white taxi or book a ride using the Grab app to the Conference venue or your chosen accommodations.
Option 2: LRT 2
Take the LRT 2 train heading to Recto Ave at the Araneta-Cubao Station and get off at the Recto Ave. station (fare: PhP 23.00). From the LRT 2 – Recto Ave station, transfer to LRT line 1 – Doroteo Jose Station, ride the train heading to Baclaran and get off at Pedro Gil Station (fare: Php 20.00). From the P. Gil Station,
- Walk 8 blocks from the train station to the Diamond Hotel; or
- Ride a jeep using the Robinson’s Manila route (fare PhP 13.00) and get off at Pedro Gil Street corner M. del Pilar Street. Walk towards Diamond Hotel; or
- Hail a white taxi or book a ride using the Grab app to the Conference venue or your chosen accommodations.
- Take a taxi from the Diamond Hotel to the Asian Center, University of the Philippines Diliman. White taxis can be flagged down when available.
- You can also download the Grab app, and use the “car” feature to book a ride.
- Use the rail transit system:
- Walk 8 block from the Diamond Hotel to the LRT Line 1 – Pedro Gil Station; or
- Walk to M. del Pilar Street corner Pedro Gil Street. Ride a jeep heading to Sta. Ana (fare: PhP 13.00) and get off at the LRT 1 Pedro Gil Station.
Option 1: LRT 1 and MRT
From the Pedro Gil Station, take the train heading to Baclaran and get off at the Taft Ave. (EDSA) Station (fare: PhP 20.00). Transfer to the MRT line. At the Taft Ave. (EDSA) Station, ride the train heading to North Ave. and get off at Quezon Ave./Centris Station (fare: Php 20.00). Walk to the Jeepney Terminal and ride the Jeep going to the UP Diliman Campus (fare: Php 13.00). Get off at the Romulo Hall, Magsaysay Ave. corner F. Ma. Guerrero St.
Option 2: LRT 1 and LRT 2
Take the LRT 1 heading to FPJ Station (formerly Roosevelt) and get off at the Doroteo Jose Station (fare: Php 20.00). Transfer to the LRT Line 2 Recto Ave. Station. Ride the train heading to Antipolo and get off at the Katipunan Ave. Station (Php 26.00). Walk to the jeepney terminal and ride the jeep going INSIDE UP Diliman Campus (fare: 13.00). Get off the jeep just before entering the UP Gate and walk to the UP Asian Center.
For the third day of the conference which will be held at the UP Asian Center, shuttles will be duly provided for free to take participants from Manila to the UP Diliman, Quezon City.
Please refer to the visa guidelines outlined by the DFA-Office of Consular Affairs for more information about visa requirements and applications.
For participants coming from outside the Philippines, please ensure to accomplish the Electronic Travel Declaration Form at https://etravel.gov.ph/ before your arrival in the Philippines