Marco and Fabrizio went out of their way to welcome us to Rome. The accommodations were fantastic, a great place in a great neighborhood. Everything was within walking distance, and it was well off the beaten path of tourists. We mingled with the locals and ate at neighborhood restaurants that were better than the tourist traps near the Coliseum, the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. Prices were also much more reasonable. The people of Rome were welcoming, and their English was way better then our Italian. Since we are looking at possibly retiring there, Rome and Italy couldn't ask for or find a better Ambassador for their city and country.