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Join Unconventional Conventions in the Philippines for a dental conference at the luxurious Atmosphere waterfront resort. Spend each morning scuba diving at Apo island, or relaxing by the pool, followed by a DBA compliant conference session each afternoon, including BLS/CPR refresher.

Including scuba diving at world-renowned Apo Island.

Turtles, whale sharks, manta rays, octopus, giant clams – our Philippines convention reads like a who’s who of the world’s most intriguing marine creatures. Join us on a weeklong diving adventure to Negros Island, in the Visayas archipelago, and explore an underwater wonderland dubbed “the centre of the Earth’s marine diversity”. We’ll base ourselves at the luxurious beachfront Atmosphere Resort and Spa and enjoy daily dives from shore and at world-renowned Apo Island. Located within the Coral Triangle, the Apo Reef is the second-largest contiguous reef in the world and a hotspot for myriad marine life. We have various packages available, so you can enjoy up to 15 dives over five days, culminating in a thrilling whale shark swim. Cruise on a traditional banka, dive and snorkel eye-popping reefs, swim in a jungle waterfall, explore the village market, relax by the pool and indulge in a massage at the award-winning spa.

Highlights include:

  • DBA Compliant Australian dental conference
  • 4.5 star luxury resort
  • Great scuba diving packages available
  • All inclusive meal package
  • Opportunities to swim with whale sharks and manta rays

Academic Program.

DENTAL CONFERENCE

Speakers and Topics:

  • Clinical A/Prof (USYD) Neil Peppitt – Prosthodontics
  • Dr Cheng-Yee Rossiter – Conscious Sedation & BLS/CPR
  • Professor Camile S. Farah – Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology

 

Main Conference.

Dates

Join this conference at Atmosphere Resort & Spa, where the warmest of Philippine hospitality is combined with first-class amenities and service. Beautifully situated within an old coconut plantation on the island of Negros Oriental near Dumaguete, the resort enjoys a spectacular beach front location alongside the warm coastal waters of the Philippine Sea. Whether you want to scuba dive, indulge in the enchanted spa, practice yoga, engage in activities or simply read a book by the pools, you can look forward to an unforgettable convention.

Resort and Rooms.

A truly spectacular luxury resort experience in the Philippines

Indulge yourself and surrender to luxury resort of Atmosphere Resorts & Spa, where the warmest of Philippine hospitality is combined with first class amenities and service. Beautifully situated within an old seven acre coconut plantation on the island of Negros Oriental near Dumaguete, the luxurious Atmosphere enjoys a spectacular beach front location alongside the warm coastal waters of the Philippine Sea. Whether you want to scuba dive, indulge in the enchanted spa, practice yoga, engage in activities or simply read a book by the pools, you can look forward to an unforgettable stay.

Other Activities.

During your stay at Atmosphere, you will have the opportunity to engage in numerous tours and activities in and around the resort. The vast mountain ridge behind Atmosphere is home to many scenic lakes and thundering waterfalls and the local indigenous culture means there are a myriad of fiestas, carnivals and local markets to witness, such as the Malatapay market held on Wednesdays near Atmosphere in Zamboanguita.

Beautiful and mysterious islands, notably Apo Island, Siquijor Island and Sumilon Island, with amazing snorkeling and swimming and the possibility to spot whales and dolphins are close by. The nearby City of Dumaguete is a university-town with a long breezy seaside boulevard and historical buildings, an old church and an old bell tower.

There is also more than meets the eye with plenty of activities within the resort to avail of such as scuba diving, snorkeling, and yoga.

Atmosphere has daily scheduled excursions and tours to suit every age and level of activity, but we are happy to tailor your day to suit your interests. We will always send you off with one of our experienced tour guides in an air-conditioned van, with snacks, drinks and other amenities handy.

Diving.

Our itinerary has been designed to include up to 15 dives over the week

The island is in the Coral Triangle – a global centre of marine biodiversity. With over 75% of coral species of the world and over 3,000 species of fish, the region is one of the greatest locations for scuba diving in the world.

BUCKET LIST OPPORTUNITY:  swim or snorkel with whale sharks

Flights.

Our package does not include flights. 

Once your registration has been confirmed, we will email you the recommended flights, with the most appropriate airlines, based on your nearest capital city. You can book the flights yourself or our travel consultants are here to assist.

Photos and presentations.

Some of the highlights from our conference in the Philippines in 2019.

Dr Gary Kilov (1:42)
Dr Asha Nair (1:31)
Dr Ralph Audehm (1:11)