Marios gorgeous place in Sicacusa totally exceeded all my expecatations. The photos are great, but don't capture the apartment's delightful charm.....it was spacious, light, immaculate, well appointed (wifi, AC and fully functional kitchen) and could not have been better located. It was literally a stone's throw from Ortyigia center and open air fresh food market and I felt like a local within five minutes of my arrival. It was also great to be able to street park after having to pay for a garage in other places.

Mario was in Milan so we never met in person, but he was in regular email and phone communication to make sure I arrived safely and his absolutely delightful parents Silvana and Francesco met me and helped me feel very welcome instantly. They could not have been kinder or more helpful and I can honestly say that I have never had a warmer welcome from any hosts in my many years of travel. They can tell you about any aspect of life in or around Siracusa, which was of great assistance.

I would recommend the apartment to anyone traveling to Siracusa who wants to experience this beautiful place like a local (note....there are a fair number of stairs, which I did not mind at all, as I live in a 4th floor walk up in NYC and the view was spectacular!). I extend my deepest thanks to Mario, Silvana and Franceso for everything. I will definitely return and bring my family or friends with me to expericne this very special place.