Maria and her apartment are absolutely wonderful! Being a solo female traveler, I was so grateful for the communication with Maria; I knew if I needed anything, she was just a phone call away. Her place is fantastic: clean, ideally located, comfortable and secure. Maria is a fantastic host, as well: thoughtful, knowledgeable and accommodating. She thought of everything when it came to supplies...I never came close to running out of anything. Her friend, Vitor, was nice enough to meet me at the apartment so I could check in early after my flight in from the US. He even carried my bag up the stairs! Thank you, Maria, for the perfect stay in your beautiful city!