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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.
STORY: Fair Share of Monday Blues
“The first time you fall in love, it changes you forever and no matter how hard you try, that feeling just never goes away.” – Nicholas Sparks We all have that first love we can […]
TRAVEL AND EAT: PALAWAN AND ILOCOS VERSION
“Taste your way around the Philippines.” The Philippines takes pride of its natural resources, making it one of the most visited countries for tours and vacation. Aside from filling the tourists’ and adventurers’ eyes with […]
The Perks of Being a Single Adventurer
While rockclimbing Taraw Cliff in El Nido, Palawan, we got into a heated argument with our guide. The topic? Which is better: traveling alone or with a partner.
ED SHEERAN: Give me love
Here’s a list of the songs that I really like that were sung by Ed Sheeran. So, all you out there, let’s get drunk. Kampai!
Is this country still worth dying for?
Can the generations to come still say that this country – the Philippines – is still worth dying for?
First Time in Metro Manila (and Tagaytay)
“There is no template for the meaning of life. Instead, the meaning of life is what you choose to make it mean. Life is the consequence of our moral choices.” – Stupid is Forever (Senator […]
KASADYA SA SRP: Resfeber in the Queen City
“Buy the ticket, take the ride.” – Hunter S. Thompson
Around Negros and Apo Island in 42 Hours (Updated 2024)
“ADVICE FROM A SEA TURTLE: Swim with the current. Be a good navigator. Stay calm under pressure. Be well-traveled. Think long-term. Age gracefully. Spend time at the beach.” – Carova Beach Crafts Often, the very […]
Funtastic Island: Ecstasy at its best
“A good friend listens to your adventures. A best friend makes them with you.” – Anonymous
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