Question: Tell me about the location and access.
Answer: PARIS, France, the most beautiful city on earth. This AirBNB listing is in the 11th arrondissement, a nice walk to Nation, Bastille and Marias neighborhoods. There are many choices for transportation. From CDG airport - 55 Euro coming and 50 Euro going. Internet offers easy instructions if you wish to take public transportation for considerably less money. During my eleven day visit I took city buses for shopping and museum visits and found them clean, accessible and reliable. Drivers were helpful and courteous; buy tickets in advance or 2 Euro from the driver.
Question: Talk to me about safety in this city in general.
Answer: Never did I encounter any problems whatsoever. Everyone was respectful, courteous and had a thoughtful attitude.
Question: What is available within close proximity of this home?
Answer: Market within one block has everything you could possibly need. Conveniently across the street are several interesting eateries offering reasonably priced delicious meals. As you walk around the block and throughout the neighborhood, you find many markets, green grocers, butcher; tea, coffee and sandwich shops and restaurants of all types and prices. There is a delightful live theatre offering several choice programs located one and a half blocks away with lighted street for comfortable and safe walk home after the performance.
Question: Tell me about the apartment and guest room.
Answer: A twin sized bedroom with full window exposure so you can see the moon each night. The twin bed offered a cozy sleep. The desk was comfortable with internet and the wardrobe was spacious with ample storage and a book case was filled with interesting books. The well equipped kitchen brought a wonderful place for breakfast preparation and dining as well as a washer and dryer. The apartment in general was delightful with great window views and lots of quiet, spacious ambience.
Question: What did you think of the host family?
Answer: The host had an easy, elegant demeanor. He is well educated, a seasoned international traveler, French born to French parents and amazingly fluent in the English language. Immediately I felt comfortable and welcome. He is a very young Clint Eastwood type, handsome, soft spoken with a refined elegance. He is very much at ease with himself and others and is always available as needed but does not come between you and your privacy.
Question: How many times have you stayed in a family home?
Answer: I have been going to Paris two times each year since 1980 and have stayed in hotels in each district to visit museums and have never stayed in a private home with a host family. The host is the same age as my son and his younger son is the same age as my grandson; it was like visiting family and I loved it. I appreciate his generosity and many kindnesses.
Question: Would I return to this particular AirBNB listing?
Answer: Absolutely.
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