Michele was an excellent host!!!! Very charmful and informative! His apartment was everything I imagined and better. (clean, tidy, hot water... there is no A/C but he is working on that) It is located in the heart of the Old Jewish Ghetto (very private neighborhood and RICH in history). There is also security that patrols the area. It's a 5 minute walk from the popular Trastevere and about an average walk of 20 minutes to the other popular tourist attractions. (Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain....etc...) however, you will need a taxi if you want to visit Vatican City. If you really want to learn about the area, download the Rick Steve's podcast. He takes through the historic neighborhood and explains the history of the area. It made appreciate staying there even more.

Staying at Michele's apartment was one of the best choices I made for my first time visiting Italy!!! I will be back in 5 years Michele! :) Hope to stay there again!