First, I have to mention that Lydia (one of the hosts) went above and beyond to welcome us to both her apartment and Barcelona. It's very nice to have someone to greet you when you arrive at a foreign country for the first time, particularly after a long journey . Lydia really had every detail under control, and she gave us great tips to get the most out of our trip. We used a lot of her suggestions, and in particular I'd like to mention the La Selva restaurant as a highlight. As for the apartment, it was everything we could ask for. The location was great, it was safe, quiet, and comfortable, and we certainly would stay here again on our next trip to Barcelona. Thanks!