This was my first trip abroad, and my first stay in an Airbnb, although I've been a host for over a year. I traveled from the US to the Czech Republic alone, with no language skills beyond pantomime, and felt amazingly calm and secure because of Hana's excellent directions from the airport: Where to get the bus ticket; how much it should cost; how many meters from the tram to her door. It all went smoothly, despite my ridiculously overpacked luggage and the unusually hot, humid Prague weather.

Hana was so gracious in her welcome, grabbed the heaviest of my luggage to carry, and ushered me into the cool and peaceful apartment. It is simple, clean, and comfortable. The thick walls helped insulate against the heat, and we slept comfortably at night ( I had worried about that). I especially appreciated the beautiful windows, and the large, nicely tiled bathroom! A friend shared the space with me for 3 nights, and we found plenty of storage, towels, etc. for both of us. The apartment overlooks a charming courtyard, full of flowers--it is a lovely building!

Hana directed us to a nice produce market just around the corner, and there are other little markets, cafes, restaurants, and shops all around. You really couldn't ask for a better location, close to the Charles bridge yet away from the hoards of tourists.

At the end of our visit we again benefited from Hana's excellent, detailed directions on getting the bus to Cesky Krumlov.