Jacqui and her boyfriend were both very welcoming and helpful. Jacqui has a beautiful home, very clean and tidy, decorated with eclectic items she's collected during her world travels. On the first day, when Jacqui was at work, she made sure that her boyfriend was at home to open the door for me and give me a key. He answered all my questions about the neighbourhood and made sure I knew how to get around. I really appreciated that Jacqui was happy for me to come and go freely from the flat. She even encouraged me to go out, have fun, and generally make the most of my short time in Malta. She always responded to messages very quickly.

I felt comfortable and safe in the room and neighbourhood, and would not hesitate to stay there again if I returned to Malta. The room fits one person very comfortably, has loads of cupboard space and is also fitted with an extra mattress. When the adjacent bedroom is occupied, there isn't much ventilation, so it can get a little warm at night. But Jacqui has got that covered too as there is a fan in the room.

Jacqui's flat is very close to St Paul's Bay where there are some beautiful spots to sunbathe and swim, a gorgeous waterfront to stroll around and an amazing Sicilian ice-cream shop. The area really gives you a good sense of what life is Malta is like: a wonderfully warm, relaxed and friendly haven.