Natasha is an absolutely awesome host! I immediately felt welcomed and at home. Getting in to the apartment and getting a key was no problem...the room was clean and in order with a towel waiting for me on the bed. She had a friend staying with her during my visit and she made sure to run that past me before finalizing my stay with her, so good communication there. Natasha is a fun person to be around and she enjoys helping you navigate around the city or give suggestions on what to do and see.

The area around her apartment is safe...I came back around midnight by myself and didn't feel uneasy about it. Hearing "Harlem" made me nervous at first but, after experiencing it for myself, that definitely seems like an outdated stereotype.

Overall, very good experience staying with Natasha for my first visit to NYC!