Smart, charming and incredibly generous with their time and advice—you could not have better hosts in Barcelona than John and Lorenzo. The minimalistic apartment is bright and airy with a lovely terrace for morning coffee, afternoon reading or late-night meals with a warm Barcelona breeze. (Thanks for the delicious home-cooked paella dinner!) The guest bedroom window opens onto an interior courtyard that keeps the room cool and quiet—no street noise or harsh morning sun. Next to the bedroom is a spacious bathroom, stocked with towels, and a small deck that keeps the air fresh and dry. The apartment location is ideal, just one block from a Metro station and two blocks from the rapid airport transit. There’s a lovely little bakery across the street and a contemporary bistro (Oma) with a fabulous breakfast menu and amazing homemade cakes for tea or coffee later in the day. Thanks to you both for sharing your personal stories, your home and your city with me for nine soul-enriching days.