Hermann was a super host. He and I communicated semi-regularly before my arrival in Mexico City. He offered spot on recommendations, including the weather report and proper attire to deal with Mexico's rainy summer months.

His place is beautiful! The location is just a few blocks to El Angel de Independencia--also called the Reforma (El Paseo de la Reforma). The American Embassy, a wide range of restaurants, retail shopping, and bars (mostly gay) are within a seven minute walk from the apartment.

I was delightfully surprised that on Thursdays, the housekeeper picked up my dirty laundry and returned it the next day, clean, and folded.

The apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with the basic utensils you need to prepare a meal for yourself and a few others. It also has a balcony that looks out on to a quiet street (except not-so-quiet during the weekdays).

Television with hundreds of channels! DVD player. Wifi has good, speedy service.

The shower has awesome pressure. Three spigots! Loved that!

Without a doubt, when I return to Mexico, Hermann will be my first outreach.