i never got to meet the host laura however i did get to meet laura, friend of laura. we had a little mix up and trouble getting into the place because name isn't listed on the bell outside. after that, everything was great.

you'll have a great view from your balcony. the neighborhood is very quiet but one street away will take you inside some of bologna's coolest pubs and osterias. the street will even fill out on a monday night. the apt is a 15 min walk away from piazza maggiore. the piazza is great. we happen to arrive during the cinema under the stars season, movies shown in the piazza. if the right movie is showing, watching it in the square with all the locals is quite majestic.

if you're looking for good food, you're in the right place. just go where's it's crowded or venture into some nook behind a building behind another building and you'll find yourself having a drink from the local corner store and then washing it down with something delicious.

only negative to apt was that there is no shower curtain. that water will get everywhere unless you decide to draw yourself a gentle bath to sooth the day's wear and tear.

laura keeps in contact with you throughout and will take care of any needs you may have. i will definitely be back in emilia romagna. great place.