Bupa Arabia launches new health insurance programs

The new Bupa Family program provides a range of healthcare services, including access to top doctors, telemedicine, home vaccination and others.
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Updated 03 May 2021
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Bupa Arabia launches new health insurance programs

Bupa Arabia for Cooperative Insurance has launched two new innovative health insurance solutions — Bupa Family and Bupa Helpers — designed specifically in accordance with the needs of Saudi families and their domestic workers.

The new products are in line with the announcement of Saudi Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah in 2018 regarding the creation of a “specialized national insurance center” to provide integrated insurance coverage based on preventive health services for all citizens in the coming years. The announcement brought national attention to health insurance, placing it at the heart of the well-being of all individuals, families and society at large.

Moreover, Bupa Family and Bupa Helpers also match the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to raise peoples’ average lifespan from 74 years to 80 years, and the Healthcare Transformation Strategy led by the Ministry of Health. 

Atef Mufti, chief sales officer at Bupa Arabia, said the launch of Bupa Family and Bupa Helpers for Saudi families and domestic workers in the Kingdom comes as part of the company’s efforts to meet the growing needs and expectations of its customers and offer them the best quality of health insurance services provided by more than 1,200 healthcare providers across the Kingdom.

“The new products have been designed to provide a wide range of healthcare insurance options that transcend regular medical coverage for our customers, their family members as well as their domestic workers,” Mufti added. “The new products had the utmost support of the Saudi Central Bank during all stages of product development up to their launch, which helped us reach this satisfactory outcome.” 

He said that ensuring the care and comfort of Bupa Arabia’s customers and improving their experience has always been the company’s No. 1 priority, and the new insurance products are an extension of the same strategy.

Bupa Family is composed of two main programs that offer a range of benefits and network options — “Family Shield” and “Executive.” Customers will be able to select from five different categories of the best hospitals and clinics in the Kingdom. Additionally, they will also have access to the Tebtom program, providing them with a variety of healthcare services, including home vaccination for children, “Bupa Doctor,” telemedicine, among others, along with the Rahatkom program, which is designed to make their hospital experience easier and less stressful. 

Bupa Helpers enhances the well-being of Saudi families by protecting the health of their domestic helpers at affordable prices, providing peace of mind for all family members and meeting the needs of the entire household.


Dubai Shopping Festival’s sporting events turn city into hub for outdoor action

Updated 31 December 2025
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Dubai Shopping Festival’s sporting events turn city into hub for outdoor action

The Dubai Shopping Festival is raising the bar this winter with a high-impact sporting calendar that runs throughout December and January, transforming the city into a hub for elite competition, community fitness and outdoor action. 

From professional basketball to baseball games, polo tournaments, half marathons, and horse racing, the festival brings together athletes, families and spectators for a dynamic winter season of sport. The diverse lineup of events strengthens DSF’s role in supporting Dubai’s active lifestyle, showcasing world-class sporting venues and encouraging community engagement during the city’s peak outdoor season. 

Key sporting events taking place during DSF: 

Dubai Racing Carnival 

  • Race days: Jan. 2, Jan. 9 and ongoing dates until March 13. 
  • Location: Meydan Racecourse 

The flagship winter racing season features international horses and top jockeys. 

More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-racing-carnivaland https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-racing-carnival-festive-friday 

Silver Cup 

  • Date: Jan. 10-Jan.24 
  • Location: Al-Habtoor Polo Resort and Club 

Silver Cup, part of Dubai’s prestigious polo calendar, sees six of the world’s best teams go head-to-head in a 20-goal handicap. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/silver-cup 

Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge — Build-Up Ride 4 

  • Date: Jan. 4 
  • Location: Al-Qudra Cycle Track 

The last of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Rides is designed to help cyclists build their stamina ahead of the ultimate challenge. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/spinneys-dubai-92-cycle-challenge-build-up-ride-4 

Hood to Coast Dubai 2026 

  • Date: Jan. 10 
  • Location: Al-Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve 

Hood to Coast Dubai challenges teams to conquer a series of relay segments through expansive desert trails, with each runner taking on their leg before passing the baton. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/hood-to-coast 

Skechers Performance Run — Race 4 (16k/10k/5k/3k) 

  • Date: Jan. 10 
  • Location: Meydan 

Enjoy a fun day out for the whole family at this popular community race offering various distances, where participants can run along the traffic-free roads of Meydan. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/skechers-performance-run 

Marina Home Dubai Creek Striders Half Marathon 2026 

  • Date: Jan. 11 
  • Location: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club 

One of the largest races of its kind in the UAE and the Middle East, this half marathon will mark its 23rd edition in 2026. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-creek-striders-half-marathon 

A citywide sporting season 

With events spanning elite international fixtures, community runs, polo tournaments, multi-distance races, trail challenges and recurring racing nights at Meydan, DSF strengthens Dubai’s winter season for sport, well-being and outdoor experiences.