Nowhere else blends the future and the past quite like Dubai, largely considered the cultural and economic heart of the UAE. From futuristic shopping malls to architectural marvels and man-made islands, Dubai is a place that’s constantly pushing the limits of what’s possible.

Field Notes are firsthand travel recommendations for and by our ECT Clubhouse members. This week, Megan Ryder-Burbidge, shares her notes from Jordan.

Reem Hamed is an Egyptian designer, born and raised in Cairo. She’s the founder and Creative Director of RAMLA, a footwear brand founded in 2017 with the aim of reviving a lost culture and empowering women artisans. We sat down with her to hear more about her building a ‘Made in Egypt’ brand, female creativity in Cairo, and her favorite hidden gems.