John was incredibly welcoming and responsive, and the apartment is lovely -- just the right amount of space for a quiet, comfortable stay. We made good use of the kitchen facilities, which is great if you're on a budget, and found the public transportation in the area affordable and accessible ($3/day for unlimited rides on streetcars and buses!). Our experience with John exemplified the welcoming, laidback vibe that we found all over New Orleans. This trip gave us the relaxing vacation we were looking for, and knowing that we would be heading "home" to John's place was a big part of that.