Haifa Beseisso

Haifa Beseisso (Arabic: هيفاء بسيسو; born 1990) is a YouTuber, content creator, and digital storyteller widely recognized for her travel vlogs and thought-provoking cultural commentary. Based in Dubai, she has built an international following through her YouTube channel Fly With Haifa, where she blends creativity, humor, and social impact to highlight stories from across the Arab world and beyond.

Born and raised in Dubai, Haifa studied Digital Production and Storytelling at the American University in Dubai, graduating in 2012. Her career began behind the camera at MBC Group, one of the region’s leading broadcasters, where she produced shows on technology and travel. She quickly transitioned to creating her own content, establishing her YouTube presence with authentic travel experiences and cultural storytelling that resonated with global audiences.

Her work extends beyond travel. In 2018, her viral video Married to Life tackled the subject of early marriage and the limitations placed on young girls, using visual storytelling in Dubai’s most iconic landmarks. In 2021, she released The 3aib Song, a rap track confronting shame culture and gender inequality in Arab society, sparking important conversations on women’s rights and social change.

Haifa’s influence has led to collaborations with international brands such as Canon, Dove, Lipton, and Pandora. She has also been invited to represent the Arab region on major global stages, including co-hosting the Nobel Peace Prize Concert livestream in 2016 alongside Sting and Conan O’Brien, joining YouTube’s #MoreThanARefugee campaign in 2017, and co-hosting the first Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards Abu Dhabi with Jason Derulo in 2019. Her voice continues to challenge stereotypes and expand representation of Arab culture worldwide.

She has been recognized as Cosmopolitan Middle East’s Best in Travel Influencer (2019) and was selected as a YouTube Creator for Change Ambassador, joining 50 global creators in producing content that drives positive change. With her mix of creativity, advocacy, and entertainment, Haifa Beseisso stands out as one of the Middle East’s most influential digital voices, using her platform to inspire dialogue, empower women, and reframe cultural narratives.