Garen was a gracious host with a nice, clean flat. The space easily fit the six of us who came by to visit. The place was within very close distance to İstiklal, an all-pedestrian street that is always bustling with activity and entertainment. Garen was helpful in recommending a delicious no-frills restaurant down the street from his home, and even went out of his way to send back the sunglasses that we left behind upon departure.