Goldie Goes Global

[The World in a Nutshell] WanderTales: Stories of adventures and misadventures

Everything you need to know about Tokyo (as a DIY tourist!)

Tokyo is such a beautiful city – and I really want to share it with you guys! As such – the purpose of this blog is to do a run-down of the usual questions first-time travelers have whenever they’re preparing to Read more…


Coi Batangas Private Overnight Ryokan Experience Honest Review

Our friends gifted us a private overnight ryokan experience at Coi. Never heard of them? Me also! Until we were gifted this goft certificate But I went onto the website and really liked what I saw. This place looks FINE! Read more…


What to Prepare When Visiting China

This blog post is more for me to remember what exactly to prepare when visiting China as so much has changed in China since we last went 5 years ago! Hopefully you’ll find it helpful too!   How to apply Read more…


5-Day Off-the-Beaten Path Itinerary through Seoul

Been to Seoul a couple of times before so I wasn’t looking to do a repeat of the traditional touristy sites. Instead, I wanted to stroll along the length and breadth of Seoul and really get to know the city Read more…


Budgetarian Manila-based Chinese Host, Stylist, and Lights and Sounds Suppliers Review

Chinese host: Janelle Sy Link: https://www.facebook.com/janellesyyyy Peso Power (Booked October 2023): Php 25,000 (inclusive of 2-3 songs – mix of Chinese/English/Hokkien) Full disclosure, Janelle is a family friend and I was very happy to support her in her hosting career. Read more…


Tagaytay Wedding Stylist, Chair and Tent for rent – Supplier Reviews

Stylist: Cicero Events and Flowers Link: https://www.facebook.com/ciceroevents Peso power: Roughly Php 150k for ceremony and reception styling. Note: Quotation will depend on your pegs – mine was very simple! Inclusions: Bouquets: 1 Bride, 2 Mother of Bride/Groom bouquet (for ceremony), Read more…


Wedding Invites, Monogram and Ring Engraver Suppliers Review

Wedding Invite: Neonovelties Link: https://www.instagram.com/neonovelties/ Peso Power (Booked May 2023): Starts at Php 120 (3 sheets of 6 x 9 inch) + Php 20 (Chinese page) – standard package. Then we added deckled edges, copper foil, calligraphy, layout – which all had Read more…


Wedding Attire Supplier Reviews – Bridal Gown, Prep Robe, Entourage Gown, Mother of Bride Gown, Barong, Customized Shoes

Wedding Gown: Lu Moreno Link: https://www.instagram.com/lumorenocreations/ Peso Power (Booked October 2023): Starts at Php 35,000 (wedding gown), plus add-ons for additional skirt, lace/beads etc. Lu Moreno was a LIFESAVER. I had booked my wedding gown designer 10 months before the Read more…


Tagaytay Wedding Food Reviews – Lechon, Pizza, Cake, Cocktail Bar, Crew Meal

Josh & I are foodies and we wanted THE BEST FOOD & DRINKS for our guests. Below I’ve listed out our main cocktail food and drink suppliers, plus the crew meal for my entourage and suppliers as well. Unfortunately I Read more…