I stayed at Donatella's lovely apartment during a recent work trip to Napoli, and it was a truly wonderful trip thanks to not only the comfort and location of the apartment itself but also Donatella's warm welcome and kind spirit throughout the six days that I stayed in Napoli.
On the apartment itself - very comfortable and well-located, close to the waterfront and "Egg Castle", and a short, pleasant walk away from the old city center, shopping district, and museums (the archaeological museum, one of the best in the world, is less than 2 km away). The energy of the apartment is very calm and warm, and it felt very good to come "home" and be able to relax at the end of long and quite intensive work days during the visit.
Donatella herself is one of the most interesting and gentle people that I have met during my time in Europe, and it was a real pleasure to spend some time talking with her and sharing tea and stories together one evening during my stay. To listen to her play the piano as well as a beautiful musical art piece of her own creation was an experience that I enjoyed and will cherish. Thank you, Donatella, for your help and advice with so many things - which museums to visit, train bookings, academic musings, and most of all - a memorable and welcoming stay in beautiful Napoli! It was my first visit, and I am already looking forward to my return!