This is my first experience with using AirBnB and it was a extremely positive (minus AirBnB iPhone app issues). My host was Gina, who was absolutely amazing. Staying with Gina was like staying with an old friend. She made you feel welcome as soon as you knocked on her door. Once you walked into her condo, you were met with a breathtaking view of downtown San Francisco. Gina's view is likely one of best views in San Francisco. Her condo is super clean and my bed was very comfortable.

During my stay Gina made me fresh-squeezed orange juice every morning. This orange juice was truly a treat. She even provided me with some great dripped brewed coffee. If you haven't experienced dripped brewed coffee than either stay at Gina's home or stop at Philz Coffee shop on your way to the BART, which is a short walk from Gina's.

Gina is a "FOODIE" so she give me expert guidance on restaurants in San Francisco. One of her recommendations was The Slanted Door, which is trendy Vietnamese restaurant located in the Ferry Building. The restaurant also offers takeout. Must tries are the "chicken rice porridge" (YUM!!!) and "steamed pork bun." This restaurant is definitely worth going too.

Gina also recommended having a taco at La Taqueria, which is near the 24th BART station. The tacos here are to die for. I almost missed my flight home, because I had to order a second taco. The fresh-made mango drink at La Taqueria is unbelievable.

Gina has a wealth of knowledge, about art, music and other topics. I really enjoyed having daily conversations with her.

I was also pleasantly surprised that one of Gina's friends lives only a few miles from me in Asheville. This friendship provided us with an instant geographical connection.

Would I recommend staying with Gina? YES, but please try not to stay there when I need her place ;-}