Gibby was so nice, so friendly, and flexible with our last-minute travel plans. She had everything we could have needed! As for her apartment, it is in an excellent location. The apartment is located in one of my favorite parts of Florence, just outside the city center, but a quick walk to the train station and all the central sights. Summer nights are great fun in the Fortezza (admittedly, maybe for a younger crowd). The best gelateria in Florence (dei Medici), a wonderful pizzeria (la spera), and the ideal place to get the Fiorentina style steak (Perseus) are all right around the corner. If you want to see the real Florence and not spend your vacation stuck in the unauthentic center full of tourist traps and overpriced, low-quality restaurants, Gibby's apartment is definitely the place to stay!