Dubai moves fast — new places, new scenes, new moods opening almost overnight. Keeping up means listening to the ones shaping what’s next. Mira Daoud, 22, a graduate in accounting who chose instinct over spreadsheets and followed her passion for content creation instead. Through her lens, everyday moments become curated experiences, from styling an outfit to choosing the right restaurant atmosphere. Taking this leap was a risk, but one that paid off. KHAMSA catches up with her to see the city through fresh eyes.
Top Must-Visit Food Spots?
Baoli – 10/10 ambience and food menu, perfect girls day brunch spot
Blu Pizzeria – the BEST pizza place in Dubai!!! Try their spicy pepperoni and thank me later
Kokoro – best handrolls spot, can never get enough of their Hamachi handrolls!
Best places for sundowners/roof-top places?
BeBeach – a spot where you forget you are in Dubai, Saturday and Sunday’s brunch vibes are unmatched here!
Best places for shopping?
Dubai Mall – biggest mall in the UAE! Every shop under one roof! Make sure you wear very comfortable shoes as you will most likey complete your 10k steps here
Dubai Festival City Mall – for the days I want to go for a quick shopping spree
Must-visit cultural spots?
Souk Madinat Jumeirah – a spot to explore the old souq and bazaars, enjoy the Burj Al Arab views, and try out different cuisines
Museum of the Future – explore the latest AI technology and learn all about the future of humanity, a place where people of all ages would enjoy discovering
Best boutique hotels to stay in?
Palazzo Versace – ideal location as its placed in an area easily accessible to Dubai’s must visit spots, a glamorous experience and furnished with Versace inspired art in every corner
Habtoor Palace – you should go to Al Habtoor Palace for its luxurious architecture, fine dining, and extensive amentites like spa and pool
Underrated places?
Kite Beach – Locals know to gatekeep this spot as its where you go to escape the city’s loud crowd. Grab your swimming clothes as you wont resist taking a dip in the water, rent bikes or scooters, try multiple food trucks!
Must-pack items?
Sunscreen for sure! UAE’s sun is pretty strong all year round.
Hydration products like face and body moisturizers, lip balms, hair serums …. Lightweight clothes, especially linen material as it can get pretty hot during the day.
Strong perfumes! You can’t visit dubai if people wont be able to smell you from a mile away, Dubai takes smelling good very seriously! Scents like oud and tabacco are very popular among locals
Any tips and tricks to tackle the city?
- Avoid going to malls on Saturdays! Super crowded and it will take you so long to find a parking spot.
- Always think of the parking situation before going to any spot in Dubai.
- Make sure RTA parking is available or valet service
