It was a wonderful experience. Laura is sincere, warm and thoughtful. She showed me the neighborhood when I just arrived... Where to get good pizza, snack, gelato, grocery, tram tickets etc. and which restaurant to avoid. :-)
Laura's place is cosy and she has prepared pretty much what you'll ever need within the room which is up at the attic, very very spacious, with beds, sofa, a big writing table, closet with lots of hangers. Laura prepared filtered water, tea, coffee, biscuits, Apple juice, milk, flatwares, and plates. There is a small fridge in the room, plus a camping pot ( for instant noodle ) and toast machine ( to warm take-out sandwiches ). The Aircon in the room is new and quiet.
As I have been traveling for 11 days in Europe prior getting to Milan, when I asked to use the washing machine, Laura even offered to help. Very very sweet of her!
Laura's place is in a clean, safe neighborhood, easy to navigate by foot to amenities and main attractions. From Malpensa airport, it is best to take Malpensa express to Cadorna and take a taxi from there to Laura's place.
Popular visiting places, like Milan Duomo, Castle, Santa Maria Delle Grazia, and shopping area like Brera, are all accessible by foot, a 30 min walk covering areas that are open and feel safe,
During our casual chat, Laura and I discovered we share common interests in natural healing and ancient wisdom. Which was of course, a wonderful surprise and bonus!
I would strongly recommend Laura's space. It is everything reflecting the host's warmth and big heart!