Giulio was the perfect host.

On arrival he was waiting outside to introduce us and make us feel at home as best possible. He recommended a number of places to visit including a couple of tourist tricks to avoid.

If ever I had any further questions, he was very quick to respond via Whatsapp; even when we were locked out at 1am (due to our inability to open a door).

He advised us of the best ice cream in town and having travelled through most of Italy I can honestly say I have never had better. It was incredible, I recommend the mandarin sorbet!

The following night my partner and I were craving pizza and just 200m from the apartment is the best in Bologna - again delicious!

The best attractions, wineries and eateries are all within less than 5 minutes by foot, yet it is quiet enough that you don't feel right in the middle of it.

The apartment itself is kept to an immaculate standard and the bed was super cosy. Furthermore, it is well insulated and not at any point did we feel overheated or chilled.

Even after we had left and moved North of Bologna, he was accommodating when we had forgotten our passports and needed them posted.

From host to apartment to locale, I cannot imagine feeling more welcomed.