Elisabetta was a wonderful host. She came to meet us at the stop where the water bus drops off, which was very helpful because it can be quite difficult to navigate venice's streets (also, GPS does not work very well in venice...). Her apartment is in an amazing location, close to st marks square and across the street from a lively opera house. The apartment itself was wonderful and fit my family very comfortably. She made us feel right at home during our first day in Italy and I cannot think of a better way to have begun my trip in Italy than with Elisabetta. Thanks!