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From single to spellbound: influencer travels to the witchcraft capital for a love potion

A love potion purchased by Montana Darby in the Philippines. Image: TikTok In an unconventional quest to break free from over a decade of singledom, Montana Darby has taken a bold step by enlisting the assistance of a traditional healer in the Philippines. The travel content creator, who recently shared her journey on TikTok, has ventured over nine and a half kilometres to the enchanting island of Siquijor, renowned for its traditional healing practices and magic. Darby, who has been single for 12 years, stated that the allure of Siquijor's unique blend of culture and spirituality compelled her to seek a love potion, a symbolic gesture to ignite romance in her life. 'I can't believe this happened! I bought a love potion! Will it work?' she exclaimed in her video, showcasing her travels in a store adorned with voodoo dolls and potions. Seeking local wisdom, Darby was advised by store assistants to consult a traditional healer. In her subsequent update, she expressed her excitement about the experience, saying, 'Visiting a local healer in Siquijor is incredible! This type of healing, known as Bolo Bolo, is said to remove negative energies that may be holding you back.' While acknowledging the cultural significance of this practice, she emphasised that it is not seen as dangerous in the Philippines, adding, 'I want to make it clear that there was no cost for this, but you can make a donation to Loreto, which of course I did.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Siquijor's reputation as a hub for traditional healing makes it a fascinating destination for those intrigued by such practices. However, Darby's adventure sparked mixed reactions among her social media followers. Comments ranged from apprehension about the island's mystical reputation to encouragement for her unique approach to manifesting love in her life. One user noted, 'Let the girl have her fun and manifest her own way; she's not hurting anyone!' Darby's journey encapsulates not just a personal quest for love but also the intersection of tradition, culture, and modernity. As she immerses herself in the vibrant customs of Siquijor, her story serves as a reminder of the lengths we sometimes go to in pursuit of connection and love. Whether or not the potion works, this travel influencer has already encapsulated a magical experience that blends the old with the new.