Stephane was my first airbnb host, and all of my worries and doubts about using this app have vanished. I do not speak a word of French, but he and his friends made me feel so welcome and took me on a picnic by the Seine on the first night (I guess what you would call an "authentic Parisian experience"). He also lent to me a travel book in my native language, and a SIM card for my phone. Also, his directions from CDG to his place are clear and exact, as long as you follow them.. If I ever return to Paris, I will for sure stay with Stephane again.