Marco's space was just terrific.

I was in New York City for a conference in Midtown, and Marco's place was on W. 49th between 10th and 11th. I could walk to and from my meetings, which was no small thing. Neighborhood felt safe enough and a black away is 10th and another block you're on 9th. so it's all good there. The space itself was super-comfortable, so I felt I had a great base in the city. I could have stayed indefinitely. The apartment, a little studio, wasn't large, but it had everything I needed. I'd move back in without question. I loved that I had a busy week, and could do it on my own schedule without dealing with subways or other transportation hassles (other than loading in and and out with my car, which I later parked a mile away with free on-street parking--and even there I was able to find parking a few blocks away to make the load-in and load-out relatively easy). I only met Marco in passing because I was busy, and he was busy too, but he was friendly and available to answer any questions or concerns. I was sorry I didn't get a chance to visit with him more during the trip. It will have to be next time.