Mariella is a wonderful Host! In spite of the fact that I don't speak Italian and she doesn't speak English, we did a pretty good job of communicating the essentials. I do know a few Italian words, and my translator app chipped in as well. It was all good fun. Such a nice lady. Her home is beautiful! It's in a wonderfully quiet neighbourhood close to the beach and away from all the maddening crowds on the other islands. Her attic apartment was absolutely perfect for me. I give it my highest recommendation.