Kandima Maldives has hosted the Summer Symposium of the SAARC Association of Aesthetic Dermatology (AAD).

The symposium, which is being held from Saturday to Sunday, gathers dermatologists from the region for academic exchanges and panel discussions on various issues related to dermatology. Topics of discussion include new technology, ageing, face lifting, lower body rejuvenation, innovative uses of lasers and legal issues.

SAARC AAD was formed to spread mass awareness about aesthetic dermatology, and to conduct regular training and refresher courses for dermatologists working in South Asian countries. The regional organisation holds an annual conferences, and symposiums in the summer and fall.

Located on a lush tropical island in Dhaalu Atoll, Kandima Maldives opened in March offering guests the opportunity to experience the Maldives in a new way. This contemporary lifestyle resort embodies all the positive values of the Maldives, whilst adding its own innovative, vibrant and playful style.

Kandima Maldives, owned by new local hospitality brand Pulse Hotels and Resorts, offers a choice of 274 stylishly designed studios and villas, with 11 different categories to choose from, all of which have a private terrace and endless tropical views to enjoy. Their locations at different points along the 3km long island make the accommodation suitable for both honeymooners seeking privacy and families looking for activity.

The four star plus resort has first class infrastructure, boasting the largest pool in
 the Maldives, tennis courts, an art studio, a marine biology school, a kids club, a game room, a library, a gym, a yoga studio and a spa. There is plenty to keep everyone occupied and the array of activities and events on offer is endless, including a huge choice of water sports, diving or snorkelling near the house reef, yoga, Zumba, bicycles, beach volleyball, petanque, arts and crafts lessons, and much more.

The island also offers one of the largest selection of F&B outlets in the country, with an incredible choice of ten restaurants and bars, all featuring unique and individual menus offering flavours of the world from Chinese and Japanese to authentic Maldivian and Mediterranean. So be it tropical or traditional, Kandima has something to suit everyone’s tastes.