My two-year old daughter and I stayed in Alban's apartment in July 2013. We were honored to be Alban's first guests. We had a marvelous time in this charming apartment, which has incredibly high ceilings and enormous windows, making it light and airy. With its baby cot, highchair and play pen, it was the perfect home-base for traveling with a toddler. And there were so many thoughtful touches from our host: English-language storybooks, licorice candies, a welcome letter and annotated map, recommending family-friendly attractions. I appreciated the fabulous espresso maker in the kitchen. And Alban even lent us his wife's bicycle with baby seat! The apartment's location was perfect: a quiet, leafy street within walking distance of the major museums. While we did not meet Alban himself, we were made warmly welcome by his lovely father, who lives right downstairs. We could not imagine a more perfect introduction to Amsterdam. If we return to that wonderful city, we would certainly hope to stay at Alban's apartment again. (Please note: As with most Amsterdam apartments, you do have to climb winding stairs. For us, that added to the apartment's charm, but it could be difficult for those with reduced mobility.)