Loved Maya's duplex in Brooklyn! When I was researching properties in New York and Brooklyn for my trip, my top priorities were inspiring interiors, great neighborhood restaurants and shops, and safe location since I was travelling alone. I was very pleased on all counts.

Maya gave wonderful suggestions on transportation, restaurants, organic food shops, and businesses in Greenpoint that she hand wrote on a map. The ferry from India Street took 10 minutes to get to 34th Street in Manhattan, and the taxi ride to and from La Guardia Airport about 20 minutes.

Five Leaves Restaurant & Bar and Paulie Gee's for pizza were great recommendations. Also had a great Sunday brunch at Lokal. Enjoyed shopping at Le Grenier, Maya's antiques shop on Greenpoint Avenue, which is as inspiring as her apartment. I look forward to exploring more of this area on my next trip to New York