Paolo was helpful and gave great direction to his place from the airport before we arrived. Great local tips as well. The apartment is a short walk from the bus station and the st lucia train station. Very close to the jewish ghetto and very convenient to the water bus stops. The restaurant just outside his place serves great food and there are many shops nearby. We walked to plaza san marco and it was a nice stroll. All in all, a bit pricey but a nice place to stay at in Venice!!