Naples is not for the fainthearted, but for those who enjoy the spice of life. Within minutes of arrival I met with Renata's friend who instantly made me feel very welcome as she walked me to the studio and talked me through key points to keep an eye out for. It was quickly noticeable that it would be easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of the city so it was great that someone picked me up from the (beautiful) metro station. I loved how I quickly got roped into doing a short voiceover for a track that Renata and her partner were recording. All the while being being fed homemade biscuits and liquor. This was probably my favourite moment of the trip!

To get to the studio on the roof you will walk through Renata's amazing flat and will have to climb a final spiral staircase. The studio was small and laissez-faire, but it worked well and that view is to die for! Totally worth it. The stairs you may have read about already... well... they were painful, but good things never come easy. You are on the top of a hill after all.

The one thing I will say is that the neighbourhood is "gritty" and perhaps not for every type of traveller. It really worked for me because I was left to roam around freely but I can imagine that some of my friends would not have felt entirely safe. I would certainly recommend it though. I loved the city, the view from the top, the people and the food. A very memorable experience.