SMART Guide

Bali felt like a never-ending Nyepi—quiet streets, space to reflect, time to pause. In April 2020, Bali entered a silence unlike any other, as if Nyepi lasted for months. Streets were empty, businesses closed, and the island seemed to pause for reflection. This moment of stillness inspired us to see Bali’s deeper truth: tourism alone isn’t enough. It planted the seeds of what later became SmartBaliGuide and StoriesInBali. This is the first of three special edition episodes from the documentary film #thelongnyepi The film is based on the real current situation in Bali feat. 15 members of @storiesinbali (previously called @ichoosebali, a community “Bali helps Bali”) This film shares some several tips & tricks of how to survive running business in the holiday island, Bali relying on tourist & travel song licensed by musicbed MB01IKXPMTOOJ6W

Sometimes the biggest barrier isn’t outside—it’s within us, our own limits. During the pandemic’s standstill, we realized many struggles begin inside ourselves. Fear, doubt, and old habits stop us more than outside forces. This video shared a positive message: to rebuild Bali, we must first challenge our own limits. That mindset shaped our journey—believing in creativity, resilience, and building platforms like SmartBaliGuide. music licensed by musicbed MB019AJDDOASEPV

Creativity starts small—redefining, reshaping, daring to go against expectations. In Bali’s quiet lockdown, we explored what it means to “be creative.” It’s not about waiting for big breaks it’s about redefining boundaries, making small shifts, and daring to face stigma. These reflections became our compass: Bali needs new ways forward. Out of this spirit grew our vision to build @SmartBaliGuide and @StoriesInBali, empowering people online as the new tourism. licensed by musicbed (MB015IMZIMPKBII)

Nusa Dua felt calm and pristine, a side of Bali rarely seen without crowds. During the pandemic, Nusa Dua was quiet, beaches empty, and the ocean clear. It showed how beautiful Bali can be when balance is restored. Yet we know tourism is needed—just not overcrowded. The lesson is simple: if we spread visitors across Bali, every place can stay special, and everyone can benefit fairly. Taken on August 11th 2020 music license by musicbed MB01DK18IZKYKON

Canggu without traffic and noise—it felt like another world entirely. In 2020, Canggu’s streets were empty. No honking bikes, no packed cafés, just stillness. The beauty of Canggu isn’t lost—it only needs balance. Tourists are vital, but not if they overwhelm. By sharing stories and exploring wider, we can keep Bali alive, without letting one place bear all the weight. Combination of footages from the end of 2019 until July 2020 • All This Time - Robert Shirey Kelly 00:00 • All You Got – Dansu 03:27 • Ayh, Ayh - Monako Davis 06:46 • BFF - Chair Model 10:32 • Calling Me Home - Emily Brimlow 13:17 • Canons (feat. JMR) - Super Duper 17:19 • Feels Good - Cass XQ 21:24 • Feels Like Home feat. Amir Girgis - The TVC 23:55 • Gave You the World feat. Montell Fish - Paul Russell 27:15 • Hey Hi Hello – CAPPA 31:33 • Lost in the Crowd - Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors 35:08 • Now It Begins – Layup 38:18 • Start Over - Brian Reith 41:12 • Sucker (For a Happy Ending) – Kaptan 45:38 • Whatever You Want – Kaptan 49:38 • Sparrows – Jamie 52:56 • Thinking About You - Cody Fry 56:46 Places Timestamps: * Uncover Canggu Area 0:00 * Batu Bolong Beach 0:36 * Batu Bolong Street 06.10 * Echo Beach 15:49 * Batu Bolong Beach 23:21 Song Licensed by musicbed (MB01XDNGF999EUL)

Kuta’s beaches, once crowded, returned to silence—waves without the rush. Kuta, usually buzzing with life, became calm in 2020. The pandemic revealed a side of Bali most never see—pure, unhurried beauty. Tourism is essential, but over-tourism erases the charm. The future must give every area a fair chance, so Kuta can shine alongside Bali’s many other treasures. Taken on July 31st to August 7th 2020 Song Timestamps: • Calm Yourself Down - Justin Wade Tam 00:00 – 03:14 • Flower - Johnny Stimson 03:14 – 06:04 • Next to You - Ryan Innes 06:04 – 08:50 • Not So Different - Brian Reith 08:50 – 12:37 • Too Broke Too Busy - Kylie Odetta 12:37 – 16:56 • Covered in Love - Kylie Odetta 16:56 – 19:05 • Give A Little - Joy Ike 19:05 – 23:38 • Happy - Joy Ike 23:38 – 26:02 • On Repeat (feat. Miette Hope & Philip Lassiter) – Ariza 26:02 – 29:26 • Promised Land - Joy Ike 29:26 – 34:00 • Sentimental - How Great Were the Robins 34:00 – 37:11 • Strawberry Afternoons - Lonely Benson 37:11 – 40:26 • Stress - Kylie Odetta 40:26 – 44:43 • Wine – COSSY 44:43 – 47:26 • You Cannot Have Your Way - Kylie Odetta 47:26 – 51:26 • Bittersweet - Addie Hamilton 51:26 – 54:48 • Shiester - Kaleigh Baker 54:48 – 58:47 • Lucky Day - Louis II 58:47 – 01:02:06 Places Time Stamps: * Kuta Area 0:00 * Legian Beach -1:08 * Monument Ground Zero 17:45 * Kuta Beach 21:49 * Legian Beach 53.14 Song Licensed by musicbed (MB01ZIGKNUMYQPN

Seminyak’s busy streets stood still, yet the charm of Bali remained. Without the nightlife, bars, and bustling shops, Seminyak showed another face—quiet, beautiful, and reflective. The pandemic taught us that Bali doesn’t need fewer tourists, it needs better balance. By uncovering more places across the island, we can protect Seminyak while helping other areas grow. Taken on February 14th to July 25th, 2020 Songs Timestamps: • La La Love - The Likes Of Us 00:00 – 04:01 • Roll With the Punches - Brian Reith 04:01 – 07:52 • Burning It Down - Emily Brimlow 07:52 – 11:10 • Can't Stop Lovin' You - Brian Reith 11:10 – 14:41 • Sunshine - Jason Dering 14:41-18:23 • 1andOnly (with Udachi) feat. Netousha - 1WayTKT 18:23-22:22 • Gimme Gimme - Johnny Stimson 22:22-25:21 • Hard to Say Goodbye - Johnny Stimson 25:21-27:57 • It’ll Be Okay (feat. Helen Tess) – SMLE 27:57-32:01 • Living My Best Life - Paper Kings 32:01-34:45 • Shake the Dust – SJMR 34:45-37:34 • So. Good - Johnny Stimson 37:34-41:20 • Thank You – IOLITE 41:20-44:54 • The First Time - Michael Castro 44:54-48:02 • Turn the Lights On – SJMR 48:02-51-23 • Wasted Thunder - Hotel Apache 51-23-54:01 • Weekend – Clubhouse 54:01-57:05 • Where I Wanna Be - Dazy Chain 57:05-59:45 • Wildcard - Jason Dering 59:45-01:03:00 Places Timestamps * Uncover Seminyak Area 0:00 * Petitenget Beach 00.53 * Seminyak Street 17:33 * Batu Belig Beach 23.22 * Petitenget Beach 45:40 Song Licensed by musicbed (MB01BNBYDYVVXJQ)

Ubud’s heart slowed down—temples, rice fields, and quiet paths to reflect. In 2020, Ubud’s crowds disappeared. The rice fields and temples became serene again, like a long pause for the soul. But Ubud also reminded us: Bali needs visitors to survive. The key is to encourage people to explore beyond the same spots, so Ubud thrives without being overwhelmed. Taken on August 11th 2020 Song Timestamps: • Mantis Love - Live Footage 00:00 • Meadowland (with Dillan Witherow & Horace Bray) - Kyle McEvoy 06:28 • First Flight (with Luke Otwell & Paul Moody) - The Field Tapes 08:55 • a long distance between the two (with Santpoort) - The Field Tapes 11:37 • Dreams Are Real (with No Spirit) - Kyle McEvoy 13:37 • Evening Song (with Light of Woods) - The Field Tapes 16:31 • Lawton Park (with Port George) - The Field Tapes 20:12 • Aurora (with Josh Jacobson & iamalex) - The Field Tapes 21:41 • Morning Texture (with Light of Woods) - The Field Tapes 24:25 • Onteora Lake (with Stan Forebee) - Kyle McEvoy 28:22 • Paper Trails (with ØDYSSEE and WEI) - The Field Tapes 30:20 • Somewhere Else (with No Spirit) - Kyle McEvoy 32:47 • Sunrise On Southey Street - Kyle McEvoy 34:44 • Unthinkable (with Idealism) - Kyle McEvoy 37:57 • Blue Mountains (with Stan Forebee) - The Field Tapes 40:33 • The Last Stage of Consumption - Lowercase Noises 42:43 • Every Season - Hidden Tapes 50:45 • Greylock (with Sunshine Recorder) - Kyle McEvoy 54:04 • Pinchon - Brique a Braq 57:23 • Right Here, Forever - Benjamin Gustafsson 59:17 Places Timestamps: 0:35 Tegalalang Rice Terrace 1:41 A view from coffee shop in Tegalalang 4:10 Tegalalang Rice Terrace 4:49 A Tiny View of First President of Indonesia Palace 09:47 Tirtha Empul Holy Water 14:32 Ubud Street 22:06 Traditional Art Market in Ubud 23:10 Mason Adventure 28:20 Campuhan Ridge Walk 32:01 Sacred Monkey Forrest 38:35 Tirtha Empul Holy Water 48:38 Tegalalang Rice Terrace Song Licensed by musicbed MB01HBJIZMYYSF2