Book this apartment. If this is your first time to Mexico City or even your hundredth, book this apartment and stop worrying about where to stay. There are hundreds of options on AirBNB but I guarantee that you won't be disappointed with Mariana's little haven in Mexico City. Here's what will happen when you book this apartment:

- Mariana will check if she thinks you're a good fit for her place. The entire apartment is designed by her and the amount of detail and love put into it radiates throughout. When you check in, you'll feel it immediately.

- Once approved, you'll get a comprehensive list of places to eat and see within Mexico City. These are not your typical tourist spots but authentic, local eateries and bars that are beyond delicious.

- Mariana will coordinate your arrival and greet you personally at the apartment ( did I mention that the place has a friendly security guard to buzz you in?)

- She will show you around the place, hand you the keys, a map to the city and tell you that her studio is a street away if you need anything. If you do need something, she'll be there in a moment.

- Before you realize it, you'll feel like Mariana's place is yours and that you are now living a double life as an artist in Mexico City. You'll have a lot of trouble leaving and may e-mail Mariana for an extension.

Book the place.