Marina Bruce, also known as The Desert Diva, boasts a diverse and prominent background across the UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia. Her journey includes:

– Serving as the Offroad Expert for OutdoorUAE magazine, imparting offroading wisdom from 2013 to 2019.
– Sharing insightful perspectives on desert life and the Middle East through her blogging endeavors since 2012.
– Displaying her skills as a desert driver and fixer for TV productions, including sports events like the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge and documentaries.
– Taking on the role of a driving instructor for the prestigious Dakar VIP experience held in Saudi Arabia in 2022.
– Earning accreditation as an Abu Dhabi Tour Guide, specializing in the rich culture, heritage, and geographical intricacies of the desert.
– Pioneering offroad routes that are now utilized by Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism to promote offroading within the Emirate.
– Guiding numerous overland desert expeditions, allowing enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the beauty of the arid landscapes.
– Masterminding a range of desert events, from unique 50th birthday celebrations to corporate gatherings for Eastern Motors (Jeep) UAE.
– Contributing valuable route insights for Advanced Off Road Adventure Routes UAE & Oman, and actively participating in the reconnaissance for six additional routes.
– Crafting a series of comprehensive ebooks, offering practical advice on travel and camping in Saudi Arabia.

Marina Bruce’s profound experiences reflect a life deeply intertwined with the mystique and allure of the desert regions, as well as her tireless efforts to share her knowledge and passion with others.

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Check out her blog here (warning, grab yourself a coffee and a snack before you start, there are almost 500 posts and you might be some time!) and read some of her OutdoorUAE articles here