We are a family living in Bali, learning to slow down and see what truly matters. Not chasing perfect trips, but collecting small, meaningful moments along the way. As we explore, we share what we find — simple places, honest experiences, and little things that make Bali feel special. We also help those who need guidance, so navigating Bali feels easier and more natural. Because Bali isn’t designed like a big city. And that’s exactly what makes it beautiful — a place where memories happen differently. Everyday is a holiday in Bali.

We went to Mengiat Beach in Nusa Dua and asked travelers from all over the world one simple thing: “What do you really think about Bali?” From Hawaii comparisons, to German TV nostalgia, to a Ukrainian traveler inspired by childhood travel shows — this episode shows how different backgrounds shape how people experience Bali. What’s interesting about Nusa Dua (especially Mengiat Beach) is that it’s often seen as the “resort Bali.” Clean, organized, curated. But when you actually talk to people, you discover something deeper: • Some choose Bali. • Some accidentally get stuck here. • Some compare it to Hawaii. • Some fall in love with the greenery. • Some stay because of the waves. And almost everyone mentions the people. Bali is not just a destination. It’s a place people emotionally attach to. 📌 If you want to watch each full interview separately, check our Shorts — we post them individually there. 00:00 Intro – Asking Around in Nusa Dua 00:20 Comparing Bali to Hawaii 01:20 Why This Beach Feels Different 02:30 Ryan’s Unexpected Favorite Spot 03:10 Ukrainian Traveler & Travel TV Inspiration 05:05 German Nostalgia (Knight Rider Moment) 06:05 UK Visitor & Sharing Hidden Spots 07:10 Surfer Who “Got Stuck” in Bali 07:50 Final Thoughts on Nusa Dua Every week, we go around Bali talking to strangers. Not to review places. Not to rate them. But to understand perspectives. Because when everyone goes to the same viral places, Bali becomes overcrowded in only a few areas. That’s why we’re building something different: A Bali Guide by Real People. Community-powered. No anonymous ratings. Just personal stories. If you’ve been to Bali — share where you went. Help people discover new corners instead of repeating the same 5 locations. Join the movement at 👉 smartbaliguide.com Jamie is the one asking the chaotic questions. He shares Bali from a Gen-Z point of view: 📷 @povinbali 🎬 @bali4dummees If you enjoy awkward humor, street interviews, and unfiltered Bali energy — follow along.

I went around Kuta Skatepark and asked people from different countries one simple thing: Why Bali? From Cape Town families to Perth professionals, from long-term Europeans to Japanese adventurers… the answers weren’t what I expected. Some came to relax. Some came to explore. Some came sick and still had the time of their life. Some have been returning for 30 years. And what I learned is this: Bali isn’t just beaches or beach clubs. For many people, Bali represents the opposite of their daily life. If they live in a dense city — Bali feels open. If they live in cold weather — Bali feels alive. If they live in routine — Bali feels unpredictable. That contrast is powerful. But here’s the thing most people don’t realize: Bali is more than just the same 5 viral places. If everyone goes to the same spots over and over again, that’s how overcrowding happens. That’s why we built SmartBaliGuide.com — A community powered Bali guide, where real people share where they go in Bali. If you’ve been to Bali, tell people where you went. If you live in Bali, show people your version of Bali. Help spread the flow of visitors beyond the usual hotspots. That’s how we protect Bali. 🔎 Want to watch the FULL interviews? Check our Shorts — each person’s full conversation is posted individually there. 00:00 – What I Learned From Asking Tourists 00:13 – “Australia’s Unofficial Hawaii?” 01:01 – The Cape Town Family (Relax vs Explore) 01:43 – Why Bali Works For Families 01:55 – The Man Who Came Sick 02:39 – Perth vs Bangkok vs Bali 04:22 – The Couple Who Stayed 2 Years 04:45 – 30 Years In Bali (German Perspective) 05:52 – The Heat & Indoor Debate 06:46 – The Japanese Adventurers 07:09 – The Real Essence Of Overseas Holidays 07:29 – The Major Takeaway About Bali 👋 Meet Jamie Jamie is the one doing these interviews. Follow him: Instagram → @povinbali Also → @bali4dummees Be part of people who support Bali through shared stories, not just silent tourism. Smart Bali Guide Guide by real people. Community powered.

What are people actually like in Bali? In this episode, Jamie and Ryan walk around Canggu talking to strangers — Australians escaping winter, Londoners who don’t mind the rain, a Russian deeply focused on his book, a French–Egyptian duo who met on their first day in Bali, and even someone bonding over self-development books. But here’s something interesting. Canggu is known as Bali’s “international playground.” Many visitors come from Australia, Europe, and beyond. Yet behind the beach clubs and cafes are real people with layered stories — some open, some shy, some just trying to enjoy the sun. Bali isn’t just a destination. It’s a crossroads of cultures. And that’s exactly why we’re doing this. If you want to hear the FULL interviews per person, check out our Shorts — we post each story individually there. We’re slowly building something bigger: A community-powered Bali Guide — where real people share where they go, so everyone doesn’t end up in the same 5 viral spots. Overcrowding doesn’t happen because Bali is small. It happens because information is narrow. 00:00 – Asking Random People in Canggu 00:52 – Hunting for Interesting Strangers 01:00 – The Heat in Canggu 01:20 – The Australian Perspective 01:52 – Londoners & Weather Debate 02:57 – The Russian Reader 03:51 – The France–Egypt Travel Duo 04:39 – Smart Bali Guide Reminder 05:00 – Escaping the Heat (Pharmacy Break) 05:51 – Sydney Visitors & Australian Takeover 06:41 – Rejections in Canggu 07:29 – Retreat to the Bookstore 07:36 – Self-Development Book Bonding 08:23 – Final Thoughts on Canggu People If you’ve been to Bali, share your journey. Tell us where you actually went. Be part of Bali Guide by real people. Community-powered. 👉 smartbaliguide.com And if you’re curious about Jamie’s perspective exploring Bali as Gen Z: Follow him here: 📍 @povinbali 📍 @bali4dummees Let’s support Bali by spreading the stories — not just the trends.

What is Bali really like? This week in Sanur, we stopped people from Russia, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Canada and more — and asked them what Bali means to them. Some live here. Some just arrived. Some come for fishing. Some come for schools in Ubud. Some just come to rest on a Saturday. And that’s the point. Bali is not one experience. It depends on who you are. 📍 Sanur is known as one of the most balanced areas in Bali: – Relaxed beach life – Strong local presence – Fewer party crowds – Family-friendly vibe – Access to turtle conservation & cycling paths If you want to watch the FULL interviews, check our Shorts — we post each person’s full conversation there. 00:00 Intro – Asking the World About Bali 00:48 Voice Check & Street Setup 01:38 Why Sanur Is Crowded (Saturday Effect) 01:50 Russian Surfer & Bali Heat 02:36 The Big Dog Encounter 02:45 German & Italian Fishermen 03:26 New Zealand Culture Joke 04:16 Canadian Mustache Moment 05:16 Turtle Conservation Sanur 06:27 Russians to Ubud 07:00 Ubud School Perspective 07:36 Is Sanur Worth Coming Back? 08:00 Final Thoughts on Sanur 🌍 Help Bali Stay Balanced Bali becomes overcrowded when everyone goes to the same 5 viral places. If you love Bali, be part of the solution. Share where YOU go in Bali. Support lesser-known places. Help people find the right spots for THEM. That’s what we’re building: 🧭 Bali Guide by Real People Community-powered recommendations 👉 smartbaliguide.com Follow Jamie: 📷 @povinbali 📷 @bali4dummees