I had a wonderful week in Giang's comfortable, modern apartment--true luxury living. I would never go back to a hotel in Paris after this. It even had a balcony with a view of the Eiffel Tower. When I emailed her before my visit, Giang promptly answered all my questions, gave detailed instructions on the best way to transfer from the airport and even left me an unlocked cell phone to use during my stay. A nice bottle of wine and welcome note were on the counter along with maps and guides to the city. I felt like she was welcoming a friend to her lovely home, not a complete stranger.