Sven was a great host. Easy to contact and provided quick, insightful responses. The apartment is in a very easy location and only a short walk away from both the sea and the some of Palermo's most beautiful streets. The apartment itself was very very warm, which was kind of expected in the middle of summer and with no air-conditioning but myself and my girlfriend managed. The apt fit the very basic requirements of our stay and is good value but it could do with a minor spruce up to add a 'luxury' element to its offering.