Ivana’s apartment is more than advertised: light, elegant, furnished with style, in a delightful area of Palermo. Security is present with a light touch 24 hours of the day. The streetscape has a central green strip with mature trees ...makes a wonderful vista from the balcony to enjoy a coffee or glass of wine. Within walking distance are coffee shops , restaurants, an excellent bakery, fruit shop, small supermarkets -one local one upmarket - and close to all transport. 5 minutes or so and you are on the main avenue with buses to and from the cbd every few minutes. 15 to 20 minutes walk will take you to the subway lines...safe, clean, friendly. My time was a joy form the very beginning. Ivana and Mercedes responded quickly to my request and queries and were always most helpful. I couldn’t recommend this apartment and its hosts more highly.