I stayed in Milan for a few days, without a single ounce of Italian in my vocabulary and full of trepidation venturing into a new country and continent. All of my worries went away after meeting Fabrizia. She welcomed me warmly and treated me like family! She did everything she could to make me feel comfortable and at ease, she opened everything in her house to me, and she was very understanding about my schedule (leaving home early and staying out late).

Fabrizia's apartment is located in a beautiful, picturesque neighborhood just steps away from famous landmarks (she will give you a thorough lowdown on places you should visit during your stay, and you better go to those places!). The apartment building is great, and the staff are really friendly (the doorman is super nice). Fabrizia's flat is tidy and neat, and she gives you tons of privacy so it feels sometimes as if you're the only person living there.

It truly is a shame that I wasn't able to spend enough time there. Fabrizia is a wonderfully well-rounded person and an interesting conversationalist, and she has a warm heart. Milan inspires you with its beauty everywhere you turn, and you really feel the power of its rich history with every step you take.

I highly recommend staying with this lovely lady during your travels in Milan. Both hostess and city are beautiful on the inside and outside, and both hostess and city are unforgettable.