Author: dakilanglaagan

Hello there! I am Marjorie and welcome to my backpack reflections. Dakilanglaagan contains my thoughts and sentiments about traveling, hiking, and adulting. I'm not really a superb writer, but I write nonetheless. Life is too short to be consumed by other people's comments. Let's pursue what keeps us sane.
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What to do in General Santos when you’ve got nothing to do?

While we’re on our way to GenSan, a friend suddenly messaged me and asked what am I doing in the said place. “What are you doing there? There’s nothing much to do there.” Coming from a local of the place who happened to currently work in Cebu, she was particularly right. However, after several days spent in GenSan, I’ve learned that there’s more to the city aside from Manny Pacquiao and tuna.

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15 Stunning Photos That Unveil Tawi-Tawi’s Hidden Treasures

Many Filipinos avoid visiting Batanes and Tawi-tawi due to perceived costs and dangers. However, a recent traveler group explored Tawi-tawi, uncovering hidden beauty and cultural richness often overshadowed by stereotypes. This journey challenges assumptions, encouraging exploration and deeper understanding of these provinces as potentially transformative experiences.