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The KU Leuven University is located in Leuven, Belgium and is easily accessible from the Brussels International Airport (BRU). The most common way to get from BRU to KU Leuven is by taking a train. Trains run regularly from the airport to Leuven station, and the journey takes around 20-30 minutes. The average cost for a one-way train ticket is around €8-10($9.5-12). Once you arrive at Leuven station, the university is a short walk or bus ride away. Another option is to take a taxi from the airport to the university, the average cost for a taxi from BRU to KU Leuven is around €50-60($59-71) and the trip takes around 30 minutes. Another option is to take a bus, the Airport Line (Brussels Airport Express) run between the airport and Leuven. The bus stop is located in front of the terminal and the bus runs frequently, the trip takes around 40 minutes and the fare is around €8-10($9.5-12). Overall, the train is the most convenient and efficient way to get from BRU to KU Leuven for an international traveller, but the taxi and the bus are also options. Whichever option you choose, it is important to plan for extra travel time during peak hours.

A selected list of hotels and lodging options in and around Leuven:

New Damshire
Schapenstraat 1 (Pater Damiaanplein)
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 74 52 45
Fax : +32 16 74 52 46
reservations@hotelnewdamshire.be

Pentahotel Leuven
Alfons Smetplein 7
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 31 7625 
Fax : +32 16 317 601
info.leuven@pentahotels.com

Hotel Ladeuze
Bogaardenstraat 27
3000 LEUVEN
Tel : +32 16 88 90 66
info@hotelladeuze.com

Hotel Ibis Leuven Centrum
Brusselsestraat 52
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 29 31 11
Fax : +32 16 23 87 92
H1457-re@accor.com

The Louvain Institute for Ireland in Europe
Janseniusstraat 1
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 31 04 30
Fax : +32 16 31 04 31
Reception@leuveninstitute.eu

Accor Novotel Leuven Centrum
Vuurkruisenlaan 4
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 93 90 01
Fax : +32 16 21 32 01
h3153@accor.com

The Louvain Institute for Ireland in Europe
Janseniusstraat 1
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 31 04 30
Fax : +32 16 31 04 31
Reception@leuveninstitute.eu

Abdij Keizersberg
Mechelsestraat 202 
3000 Leuven
Tel : + 32 16 31 00 60
Fax : + 32 16 31 00 66
abdij.keizersberg@monasteria.org

Theaterhotel Leuven
Bondgenotenlaan 20 
3000 Leuven
Tel/Fax + 32 16 22 28 19
theaterhotel@chello.be

Abdij Keizersberg
Mechelsestraat 202
3000 Leuven
Tel : + 32 16 31 00 60
Fax : + 32 16 31 00 66
abdij.keizersberg@monasteria.org

Arriving in Leuven

Suggested Youth Hostels

Leuven City Hostel
Ravenstraat 37
3000 Leuven
Tel. +32 16 84 30 33
info@leuvencityhostel.com

The Leuven Hostel 'De Blauwput'
 Martelarenlaan 11A
3000 Leuven
 Tel : + 32 16 63 90 62
Fax: + 32 16 63 90 64 
leuven@vjh.be

Other Leuven hotels can be found online at Leuven Hotels or at Trip Advisor.

Further information on Leuven can be found on the city’s tourism website.

Use-It Travel Guides also provide free maps of many European cities including Leuven and Brussels.  Feel free to visit their website to learn about Leuven, order a guide, or print a map of Leuven yourself.

Tourist Information

Manila is the center for entertainment and cultural activities with musical concerts, theater performances, art exhibitions, literary events, film festivals, historical tours, weekend classes, and sports activities filling up the calendar year. There are many ways to get around the city, from the Metro Rail Transit with stations along the main thoroughfare of EDSA to colorful jeepneys and tricycles that ply the smaller streets, as well as buses, taxis, and rentable cars. The Ateneo de Manila University is located in Quezon City, Philippines and is easily accessible from the Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The most common way to get from NAIA to Ateneo is by taking a taxi. Taxis are readily available outside the airport and the trip takes around 30-45 minutes, depending on traffic. It is important to make sure the taxi you take is metered, as some drivers may try to charge a higher rate. The average cost for a metered taxi from NAIA to Ateneo is around Php 400-500 ($8-10) depending on traffic. You can also pre-book a ride or use ride-hailing apps like Grab or Uber, which are also a safe and convenient option. The average cost for Grab or Uber from NAIA to Ateneo is around Php 350-450 ($7-9) depending on the type of car and traffic. Another option is to take the Airport Bus (Ride-all-you) which is also a safe, cheap and convenient way to reach Ateneo de Manila University. The bus runs daily, 24 hours a day and the fare is around Php 30-40($0.6-0.8) The bus stops at the Gate 3 of Ateneo de Manila University and from there it is a short walk to the main campus. Overall, the taxi and ride-hailing apps are the most convenient and efficient way to get from NAIA to Ateneo for an international traveller, but the Airport Bus is also a budget-friendly option. Whichever option you choose, it is important to plan for extra travel time during peak traffic hours.

A selected list of hotels and lodging options in and around Manila:

The Microtel by Wyndham - Mall of Asia

Address: Seaside Blvd, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 551 7777

Email: manilamoareservations@microtel.ph

 

Red Planet Manila Aseana City

Address: Bradco Ave, Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 886 8888

Email: aseanacity@redplanet.com

 

City Garden Suites

Address: 7848 Makati Ave, Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 899 7777

Email: info@citygardensuites.com

 

Hotel Celeste

Address: 778 Aurora Blvd, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 921 8888

Email: info@hotelceleste.com.ph

 

Discovery Suites

Address

25 ADB Ave, Ortigas Center, Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 719 8888

Email: info@discoverysuites.com

Hotel H2O

Address: Manila Ocean Park, Luneta, Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 238 6100

Email: info@hotelh2o.com

 

Raffles Makati

Address: 1 Raffles Drive, Makati Ave, Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 795 0707

Email: info.makati@raffles.com

 

The Sulo Riviera Hotel

Address: Matalino St, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 921 5111

Email: info@suloriviera.com

 

The Heritage Hotel Manila

Address: Roxas Blvd, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 854 8888

Email: info@heritage.com.ph

 

The Manila Hotel

Address: One Rizal Park, Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 527 0011

Email: info@manila-hotel.com.ph

Arriving in Manila

Other Manila hotels can be found online at TripAdvisor. It is also recommend to check online travel agencies such as booking.com or expedia for more options and deals.

Further information on Manila can be found on the Philippine Department of Tourism's official website. They provide detailed information about popular tourist attractions, activities, and events happening in Manila and other parts of the Philippines. Visitors can also visit the Manila Tourism and Cultural Affairs Bureau's website for more information on the city's history, culture, and events. Additionally, travel guides such as Lonely Planet or Frommer's guidebooks also provide useful information for tourists visiting Manila and other parts of the Philippines.

Tourist Information

The KU Leuven University is located in Leuven, Belgium and is easily accessible from the Brussels International Airport (BRU). The most common way to get from BRU to KU Leuven is by taking a train. Trains run regularly from the airport to Leuven station, and the journey takes around 20-30 minutes. The average cost for a one-way train ticket is around €8-10($9.5-12). Once you arrive at Leuven station, the university is a short walk or bus ride away. Another option is to take a taxi from the airport to the university, the average cost for a taxi from BRU to KU Leuven is around €50-60($59-71) and the trip takes around 30 minutes. Another option is to take a bus, the Airport Line (Brussels Airport Express) run between the airport and Leuven. The bus stop is located in front of the terminal and the bus runs frequently, the trip takes around 40 minutes and the fare is around €8-10($9.5-12). Overall, the train is the most convenient and efficient way to get from BRU to KU Leuven for an international traveller, but the taxi and the bus are also options. Whichever option you choose, it is important to plan for extra travel time during peak hours.

A selected list of hotels and lodging options in and around Leuven:

New Damshire
Schapenstraat 1 (Pater Damiaanplein)
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 74 52 45
Fax : +32 16 74 52 46
reservations@hotelnewdamshire.be

Pentahotel Leuven
Alfons Smetplein 7
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 31 7625 
Fax : +32 16 317 601
info.leuven@pentahotels.com

Hotel Ladeuze
Bogaardenstraat 27
3000 LEUVEN
Tel : +32 16 88 90 66
info@hotelladeuze.com

Hotel Ibis Leuven Centrum
Brusselsestraat 52
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 29 31 11
Fax : +32 16 23 87 92
H1457-re@accor.com

The Louvain Institute for Ireland in Europe
Janseniusstraat 1
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 31 04 30
Fax : +32 16 31 04 31
Reception@leuveninstitute.eu

Accor Novotel Leuven Centrum
Vuurkruisenlaan 4
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 93 90 01
Fax : +32 16 21 32 01
h3153@accor.com

The Louvain Institute for Ireland in Europe
Janseniusstraat 1
3000 Leuven
Tel : +32 16 31 04 30
Fax : +32 16 31 04 31
Reception@leuveninstitute.eu

Abdij Keizersberg
Mechelsestraat 202 
3000 Leuven
Tel : + 32 16 31 00 60
Fax : + 32 16 31 00 66
abdij.keizersberg@monasteria.org

Theaterhotel Leuven
Bondgenotenlaan 20 
3000 Leuven
Tel/Fax + 32 16 22 28 19
theaterhotel@chello.be

Abdij Keizersberg
Mechelsestraat 202
3000 Leuven
Tel : + 32 16 31 00 60
Fax : + 32 16 31 00 66
abdij.keizersberg@monasteria.org

Arriving in Leuven

Suggested Youth Hostels

Other Leuven hotels can be found online at Leuven Hotels or at Trip Advisor.

Further information on Leuven can be found on the city’s tourism website.

Use-It Travel Guides also provide free maps of many European cities including Leuven and Brussels.  Feel free to visit their website to learn about Leuven, order a guide, or print a map of Leuven yourself.

Tourist Information

Manila is the center for entertainment and cultural activities with musical concerts, theater performances, art exhibitions, literary events, film festivals, historical tours, weekend classes, and sports activities filling up the calendar year. There are many ways to get around the city, from the Metro Rail Transit with stations along the main thoroughfare of EDSA to colorful jeepneys and tricycles that ply the smaller streets, as well as buses, taxis, and rentable cars. The Ateneo de Manila University is located in Quezon City, Philippines and is easily accessible from the Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The most common way to get from NAIA to Ateneo is by taking a taxi. Taxis are readily available outside the airport and the trip takes around 30-45 minutes, depending on traffic. It is important to make sure the taxi you take is metered, as some drivers may try to charge a higher rate. The average cost for a metered taxi from NAIA to Ateneo is around Php 400-500 ($8-10) depending on traffic. You can also pre-book a ride or use ride-hailing apps like Grab or Uber, which are also a safe and convenient option. The average cost for Grab or Uber from NAIA to Ateneo is around Php 350-450 ($7-9) depending on the type of car and traffic. Another option is to take the Airport Bus (Ride-all-you) which is also a safe, cheap and convenient way to reach Ateneo de Manila University. The bus runs daily, 24 hours a day and the fare is around Php 30-40($0.6-0.8) The bus stops at the Gate 3 of Ateneo de Manila University and from there it is a short walk to the main campus. Overall, the taxi and ride-hailing apps are the most convenient and efficient way to get from NAIA to Ateneo for an international traveller, but the Airport Bus is also a budget-friendly option. Whichever option you choose, it is important to plan for extra travel time during peak traffic hours.

A selected list of hotels and lodging options in and around Leuven:

Hotel H2O

Address: Manila Ocean Park, Luneta, Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 238 6100

Email: info@hotelh2o.com

 

Raffles Makati

Address: 1 Raffles Drive, Makati Ave, Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 795 0707

Email: info.makati@raffles.com

 

The Sulo Riviera Hotel

Address: Matalino St, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 921 5111

Email: info@suloriviera.com

 

The Heritage Hotel Manila

Address: Roxas Blvd, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 854 8888

Email: info@heritage.com.ph

 

The Manila Hotel

Address: One Rizal Park, Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 527 0011

Email: info@manila-hotel.com.ph

The Microtel by Wyndham - Mall of Asia

Address: Seaside Blvd, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 551 7777

Email: manilamoareservations@microtel.ph

 

Red Planet Manila Aseana City

Address: Bradco Ave, Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 886 8888

Email: aseanacity@redplanet.com

 

City Garden Suites

Address: 7848 Makati Ave, Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 899 7777

Email: info@citygardensuites.com

 

Hotel Celeste

Address: 778 Aurora Blvd, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 921 8888

Email: info@hotelceleste.com.ph

 

Discovery Suites

Address

25 ADB Ave, Ortigas Center, Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 719 8888

Email: info@discoverysuites.com

Arriving in Manila

Suggested Youth Hostels

Other Manila hotels can be found online at TripAdvisor. It is also recommend to check online travel agencies such as booking.com or expedia for more options and deals.

Further information on Manila can be found on the Philippine Department of Tourism's official website. They provide detailed information about popular tourist attractions, activities, and events happening in Manila and other parts of the Philippines. Visitors can also visit the Manila Tourism and Cultural Affairs Bureau's website for more information on the city's history, culture, and events. Additionally, travel guides such as Lonely Planet or Frommer's guidebooks also provide useful information for tourists visiting Manila and other parts of the Philippines.

Tourist Information

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