Ciwan was a fantastic host. He cooked many different meals for me. He introduced me to his brothers and his friend Mehmet, as well as to the culture of Istanbul. He even did my laundry. The apartment is in a cute street, in a part of Istanbul very close to cafes and restaurants. I felt warmly welcome, and the mattress I slept on was stellar. There was always someone at the apartment to help me with whatever I needed. I hope to stay in touch with Ciwan and his crew.