Prior to arriving, Mario had asked for my flight number as he wanted to pick me up from the airport even though I was coming late in the evening (it was going to be bedtime). And I realised he had waited for me for around 50 mins as he was paying for the parking ticket.

On arrival at his home, he had prepared a list of things that he wanted to inform me. He also gave me a local mobile phone to use and contact him if there was anything. After he left, I had trouble with the washing machine as it was my first time using it and he came back within 10 minutes to assist me.

The next day, I was supposed to go to Mugello Circuit for the MotoGP but I missed the train (which was a minute walk). Mario then offered me a lift there even though the journey will be around an hour. We were caught up in the heavy jam but Mario initiated conversations and that made the journey a little less awkward.

After the GP, the Police there informed me that there were no shuttle buses to the train station and I was lost. I walked for around 3km before reaching some place. I then contacted Mario who then came to pick us, again. Honestly, if I was in his shoes, I would have just asked them to take a taxi. But not Mario. He will not leave us stranded. This time, my wife and I really felt bad as we had to bother him.

Overall, I definitely have no bad feedback about Mario. The house was perfect. It has every necessities and it was really warm, cozy and spacious. He have books and maps for us to use too.

His wife even baked us a cake when we arrived. It was a very nice gesture from them and I will definitely recommend Mario to everyone who wants to visit Firenze (Florence). Mario is a top notch host!!