Our host Carme was very accommodating and helpful. She met us in the apartment, explained how things work, and gave us some tourist information on the area. She also left us some coffee and chocolate biscuits--very much appreciated! We were technically in LaFosca, very close to Palamos, and it was off-season, so it was quiet and not crowded. The apartment was very clean and well-appointed--about a 10-minute walk to the beach. We loved sitting on the terrace in the morning while enjoying our coffee and breakfast. We followed the coastal walks and trails in both directions and even sat on the beach for an hour or so. We were lucky because the weather was good. We also had wonderful meals in the most unlikely of places---a campground situated right on the water in Palamos--and it had a lovely view besides really good food. What a travel surprise! We saw it when we exited the trail after turning left. Ten euros each for lunch and 11 euros for dinner--and this included a bottle of wine! We met some Dutch couples and traded travel stories.

Air bnb's run the gamut. In some you are living in another person's apartment with lots of stuff; in others, there is nothing; both have their advantages. Some places have way too much stuff, and others could stock a few of the basics without getting too cluttered. I would say that Carme's is a bit sparse. To be fair, Carme's place is probably rented most of the time for a week, so the renters bring their own stuff from soup to nuts--and I get that, but I think the market for people who stay 2 to 3 or 4 nights is different. Since we are "on the road" our expectations are that there should be some basic things because we are not staying for a week. We are not vacationers; we are travellers. There should be hand soap, a clean sponge to wash dishes, paper towels, some basic spices like salt and pepper or oil and vinegar. Some places have bathing products. I bring my own and would rather use them, but I like soft soap in the bathroom and kitchen--just my preference. These comments are not meant to criticize because the apartment is very clean and comfortable with nice sheets and towels and a comfortable bed. I just want people who book for a few days to know that they need to bring the essentials.