Even though it was the dead of winter (the canals and river and the poor little mermaid had frozen over) it was a lovely trip. Christina was very helpful on offering tips in the neighborhood and places to visit. I was very glad I took her advice and visited her suggestions.
Our schedules didn't coincide at all, so there were a few days when I did not see her, but I still felt her homey, comfortable presence in her lovely apartment. A great location to set out from to explore the city. It means if you are walking or on bike, you will get to see a lot of the city and have a welcoming place to return to.