We had the privilege of being the first guests at Gianluca and Sylvia's lovely apartment. It was fantastically central - one street away from via Etnea (main shopping street) and surrounded by great bars and restaurants. We were about 3 - 5 minutes walk from a 24 hour guarded car park (10 euro for 24 hours) and a market. There were two supermarkets literally around the corner. The apartment had just about everything you could want from a hair dryer to a clothes drying rack, iron and ironing board. There wasn't any washing machine but we were happy with that. Gianluca and Sylvia were incredibly friendly and helpful and left us some lovely fruit and water as a welcome. There was coffee, sugar and a couple of other staples. The beds were comfortable and we had the air conditioning on during the night as we are not used to heat! The apartment was very secure and great for a few days in the city. Catania itself was a great city - lively and full of "movida"! I have suggested to Gianluca that he do up a list of everything that is in the apartment and also some nearby amenities which he says he will do. Would recommend this apartment.