Fly With Haifa: Palestinian-American Traveler, Dubai to Comoros
Who is Fly With Haifa? Palestinian-American traveler Haifa Beseisso filming world cultures with 812K subscribers. Videos, facts verified Sep 2026.
Key takeaways
- Fly With Haifa (@flywithhaifa) is Palestinian-American traveler Haifa Beseisso — Dubai-born/raised, hijabi solo-travel pioneer turned documentarian — about 812K subscribers in September 2026.
- Joined March 2014; ~285–315 videos and ~50–71M views; street interviews, social experiments, rap-activism films, Nobel concert hosting (2016).
- Start with the Creators-for-Change rap-musical (2018 landmark), the Comoros wedding film (Sep 2026) and the Bali darkroom retreat.
- Bilingual English/Palestinian-dialect Arabic with both-way subtitles; recent work includes couple content and spiritual healing arcs.
Quick facts
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Creator | Haifa Beseisso (Fly With Haifa / هيفاء بسيسو) |
| YouTube channel | Fly With Haifa — @flywithhaifa |
| Country / origin | Palestinian-American (born/raised/based Dubai) |
| Language | English + Palestinian-dialect Arabic, both-way subtitles |
| Content type | Travel diaries, street interviews, social experiments, rap-activism |
| Subscribers | ~812K, ~285–315 videos, ~50–71M views (trackers) — figures change daily |
| Main destinations | Comoros, Bali/Gili, Palestine, Egypt, Jordan, Zanzibar, Kerala, Ethiopia, Turkey |
| Channel start | Joined YouTube Mar 2014 (feed date Mar 7; full-time ~2015) |
| Official site | None listed on the channel |
Who is Fly With Haifa?
Fly With Haifa is the channel of Haifa Beseisso — هيفاء بسيسو — a Palestinian-American traveler from Dubai (born 1990, American University in Dubai 2012, Al-Arabiya and MBC production past) who wanted TV hosting, was told to remove her hijab and speak Gulf dialect — and built her own channel instead, side-project to full-time within a year.
Forbes (2018) called her “the Palestinian YouTuber bridging East and West”: an Arab woman traveling the world asking strangers “What’s your dream?”, rapping against stereotypes, hosting the Nobel Peace Prize Concert (2016, presented by Conan O’Brien — first Arab YouTuber to do so). Post-October 2023 pro-Palestine advocacy cost her brand deals (her words, Khaleej Times 2024); 2026 brought marriage-era couple content, mama podcasts and healing retreats.
Her YouTube journey
1. Side project to full-time (2014–2016). Joined March 2014 (feed: 7 March; LinkedIn: Travel Blogger from March 2014). Early 9-countries-in-40-days Asia run; first Palestine visit at 24; Nobel concert hosting 2016.
2. Bridge era (2017–2023). Creators-for-Change rap-musical (2018, 1M+), “Married to Life” Dubai film (2.5M in 3 weeks), 3aib Song (2021), street interviews and food exchanges across four continents.
3. Healing era (2024–2026). Shadow-ban claims and advocacy costs; Bali darkroom retreat (September 2026), Gili couple series, Comoros wedding + filmmaking workshop (September 2026). ~812K subscribers.
What kind of travel content does Fly With Haifa make?
Based on actually published videos, not slogans:
- Street interviews. “What’s your dream?” across Asia and beyond.
- Social experiments. “I’m Muslim and that makes me…” (Italy), Arab snacks in Korea.
- Rap-activism films. Creators-for-Change musical touring Dubai/Egypt/Morocco.
- Wedding and retreat diaries. Comoros wedding invitation; 3-day Bali darkness; 4-day water fast.
- Bilingual everything. English and Palestinian dialect with subtitles both ways.
What she does not publish: no silent walks, no budget-logistics genre, no compilations. Her value is the bridge — East and West interviewed by someone from both.
Countries and destinations covered by Fly With Haifa
Representative destinations with context. For exact video dates, check the official channel.
Signature arcs
- Comoros. September 2026 wedding + workshop film.
- Bali/Gili. Darkroom retreat and couple island series (2026).
- Palestine. First visit at 24; ongoing advocacy lens.
World map
- Japan, China, South Korea, India, Egypt (Nuba), Jordan, Zanzibar, Kerala, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Turkey, South Africa, Vienna, London, Italy, Georgia.
Fly With Haifa videos to discover
A selection, not a list of “best” without criteria. All links are official YouTube where available.
1. Stereotype World: The Middle East Speaks Up (rap-musical)
- Subject: Creators-for-Change anti-stereotype musical (Dubai/Egypt/Morocco)
- Published: 2018 (1M+ views; Campaign/StepFeed/The National coverage)
- Why watch: The landmark — the bridge thesis in 7 minutes
- Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6oAGLPDSjw
2. Invited to a Comorian wedding
- Destination: Comoros Islands
- Published: September 2026
- Subject: Wedding plus filmmaking workshop
- Why watch: The current-era culture film (Arabic-first with English suffix)
- Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8uFBhlmFWY
3. Three days in darkness (Bali retreat)
- Destination: Bali
- Published: September 2026
- Subject: Solitude retreat that “changed my life”
- Why watch: The healing-era format
- Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jrQyoGhbdU
If a link is dead, search the exact title on @flywithhaifa.
Fly With Haifa travel style
Observable facts vs editorial reading:
- Narration: Bilingual, warm, interview-led.
- Rhythm and editing: Diary vlogs plus produced musicals.
- Camera: Self-shot with workshop crews on specials.
- Interactions: Strangers, wedding hosts, retreat guides — everyone interviewed.
- Culture: Exchange as method — snacks, dreams, stereotypes.
- Food: Culture-exchange device, always shared.
- Transport and stay: Standard travel logistics, not the focus.
- Storytelling: Questions first, answers as episodes.
Difference from Global Silent Walks: Haifa interviews everyone in two languages; a Silent Walk lets you experience famous places without commentary, in real time and natural sound.
Who is the Fly With Haifa channel for?
- Bridge seekers: East–West content from a Palestinian-Dubai voice.
- Interview-format fans: “What’s your dream?” as a series engine.
- Healing-era followers: Retreats, fasts and couple content in 2026.
- Not recommended as a planning tool: Diaries and experiments, not guides; verify travel officially. Fake-follower claims are low-authority marketing noise.
- Sensitive viewers: Advocacy and stereotype content throughout; brand-friction history disclosed.
No score or ranking — just fit.
Destinations inspired by Fly With Haifa on Global Silent Walks
After watching Haifa bridge Dubai and Comoros, you can walk both calmly on foot, no commentary, 4K natural sound:
- After her Dubai home base: Dubai Silent Walk.
- After the Bali retreats: Bali Silent Walk.
- For calmer urban backdrops around the world, start from World Destinations.
Fly With Haifa does not recommend, sponsor or use Global Silent Walks unless officially stated. These are independent editorial bridges.
Explore the destination differently
Haifa’s videos answer “what do strangers dream?” in two languages. A Global Silent Walks Silent Walk answers “what does the place itself feel like?” with patience: raw sound, real time, no cuts, no opinions. Watch Haifa for the people, then use a Silent Walk to hear Dubai plainly.
Start with World Destinations, France Guide and Paris Guide.
Official socials
Only official accounts. Counts from third-party trackers, September 2026, change daily:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flywithhaifa — ~812K (trackers)
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flywithhaifa — ~629K
- TikTok/Facebook: linked, counts unverified — use channel links
- Legacy: youtube.com/user/BeSaySo (redirects to same channel)
Do not confuse with Haifa Wehbe (singer) or Haifa Magic.
In pictures: Fly With Haifa
FAQ
Who is Fly With Haifa?
Palestinian-American traveler Haifa Beseisso (هيفاء بسيسو) — Dubai-born/raised, ex-TV producer, full-time creator since ~2015.
How many subscribers does she have?
About 800–817K YouTube subscribers, 285–315 videos and 50–71M views (views conflict unresolved). Check the live channel for today.
What is her most famous video?
The 2018 Creators-for-Change rap-musical (1M+) is the landmark; “Married to Life” did 2.5M in 3 weeks.
Is she still solo?
Solo-pioneer origin; 2026 includes husband, podcasts and retreats. Expect both.
Where to start?
Watch the rap-musical for the thesis, Comoros for current craft, Bali darkroom for the healing era.
Why did brands hesitate?
Her words (Khaleej Times 2024): post-Oct 2023 Palestine advocacy made some brands wary. Political stance, not misconduct.
Sources
- Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flywithhaifa
- Official RSS: channel ID UCvk4BjMi7IlEjeHgo31MvRQ, join Mar 2014
- Wikipedia (EN/AR): biography baseline (birth, education, Nobel hosting)
- Forbes, March 2018: “Bridging East and West” profile
- Gulf News 2021, Khaleej Times 2024, Annahar 2025: interviews and advocacy
- youtubers.me + scoutyhub, September 2026: stat snapshots
Data verified September 29, 2026. Subscribers and views change daily. Recent videos to check on the official channel.
Last verification: September 29, 2026.
