“I am so honored to have walked such a historical journey. Although time erased the ancestors’ footprints in the sand, we are following the footprints engraved in the hearts of this incredible nation. Thank you to the Emiratis who welcomed me into such a personal part of their history and heritage, and thank you to the Women’s Heritage Walk team for this amazing experience. Never to be forgotten!”

“What an incredible and unique experience to trek in the desert. I am so happy to have participated in this grand adventure, which was a personal challenge, but a group one too. I always kept a smile on my face and the will to persevere! The 2018 sand sisters were so united, joyful and concerned about each other which was the best support. I want to say a huge thank you to the entire Women’s Heritage Walk team for their amazing organization. This experience will always be something I treasure in my heart and for my soul.”

“I consider it to be a privilege to be an expat and to be able to immerse myself in unique experiences most people only hear about. Each experience I had lets me discover a part of myself I didn’t know existed and creates an opportunity to add to my individual story.”

“Although the Women’s Heritage Walk has undoubtedly impacted each and everyone of us in a different manner, personally it gave me a unique opportunity to open up and reach out to the Emirati women in a way which otherwise would have been unimaginable in modern day Abu Dhabi.”