After a long flight I met Giuseppina at her work. Her wide smile and generous personality were immediately apparent, and it set the tone for my four days in Venice. Giuseppina and her husband Alberto are not only wonderful hosts, they are very very lovely people. We talked and laughed. Giuseppina gave me information on the city, little restaurants and places outside the tourist tangle. It was very easy to get to and from Venice--just one bus and a short walk to the train station. I actually preferred staying in Mestre and it was a relief to come to a quiet place each evening. A perfect place for a solo traveller. I would certainly come back and stay here again, and I look forward to the next time! Thanks for everything!