Family Wellness Travel: A new Kuoda study puts Bali at the top for multigenerational luxury travel in 2026, highlighting “slow travel,” all-inclusive ease, and activities that work for every age. Primary Healthcare Funding: Zambia is set to receive €10 million via EIB Global’s Health Impact Investment Platform to strengthen primary healthcare planning and make projects “investment-ready,” joining Angola, Burundi and Ethiopia. Maldives Luxury Growth: The Maldives is gearing up for a new wave of branded, high-end developments—more than classic overwater villas—fuelled by improved access and new luxury formats. Rescue & Safety Watch: In Laos, rescuers found 5 of 7 villagers alive after a week trapped in a flooded cave; search continues for the remaining two as heavy rain and tight conditions complicate access. Infectious Disease Alert: Italy’s health authorities are monitoring two aid workers with Ebola-like symptoms after a trip to Uganda, with officials stressing the public risk is currently low. Maldives Tourism Trade: Visit Maldives is at ITB China 2026 to boost visibility with Chinese tour operators, including wellness, diving, family and luxury offerings. Sports & Healthy Living: President Muizzu says the Maldives is pushing to host international football tournaments and strengthen sports development as part of a broader healthy living agenda.