Although we didn't get to meet Nora, who was away in Canada, we met her sister Leo and her husband Enrique, who were very friendly and accommodating -- no request was too much trouble. Enrique met us at the airport and Leo helped guide us our first day to get around Havana. We also met Lelita, Nora's and Leo's sister who prepared our breakfasts to order each day. She was also very friendly and simply wonderful! The accommodation itself is only a few blocks from the Malecón, and walking to Vedado is easy (20 minutes). It also takes about the same amount of time to walk to the center of Havana, so the property is in a good location. All in all, we loved our stay, and we would recommend Nora's place to anyone!

Alvaro is a very pleasant, kind, and welcoming host. I had not yet met him when he was offering to organise dinner for me upon my arrival. The flat is spacious enough for 2 people and there is a rather large balcony area for relaxing. Alvaro lives on the top floor in his building so it is a rooftop balcony. The flat is situated about a 5 minute walk from Av. Del Cid metro, and there are plenty of food and drink options and shops in the neighbourhood. Despite the long hours Alvaro was working while I was there, he ensured that I had everything that I needed and he spent whatever time he could with me talking, practising languages, and getting to know one another a bit. I would definitely recommend Alvaro as a host!

Kate was fantastic--very accommodating, especially because I had arrived missing a piece of luggage and she willingly offered to wait around for it. The accommodation was very clean and comfortable and it was situated in a good area. What more could you want?

Quito was the last stop on my 3 month South American journey and I could not have picked a better place to stay there. Alicia and Guillermo were wonderful hosts who instantly made me feel like a member of their family. They both went out of their way to ensure that I was happy during my week there. Their house is very comfortable, and located in a quiet, safe and secure suburb of Quito. The guest room was located in a quiet and private area to the back of the house and was very comfortable. If you decide to stay with Alicia and Guillermo, you will not be disappointed.

After spending a wonderful week at other accommodation in Valparaíso, I decided to spend a week in Viña del Mar, and I chose the perfect spot. Victoria is a lovely lady, with a happy disposition, and she was very welcoming and gracious. Less than 1/2 an hour after my arrival, we were off out on a walking tour, where she showed me around some of the sights of Viña del Mar, and we made some other trips together in the area on other days. Victoria provided lots to eat at breakfast, and whenever I was around at other times, she always invited me to partake in meals which she prepared. Victoria doesn't speak any English, but for me this was perfect in order to practise my Spanish, with which she patiently helped me. Her house is very clean and comfortable, and it is well-situated in a residential neighbourhood within easy walking distance to transport to/from Valparaíso and the center of Viña del Mar. Victoria and I got on very well together and I feel as though we are good friends now. I certainly hated to leave at the end of my week. If you stay with Victoria, you will not be disappointed -- she is top notch!

This was a great place to hang my hat for 1 month! The Ratti family were all great, the atmosphere is quiet and easy-going, and you can practise your Spanish with the family if you wish to improve. I will miss Marta especially! The house is located in a safe, comfortable neighbourhood, which has lots of restaurants, and it is close to tourist attractions. The Sube (Metro) is only 3 blocks away.

Juan and Silvia were very good hosts and their property was very clean and comfortable. You can't beat the location for the price and I would definitely stay with them again if I returned to Madrid.

One word: perfect!! Kate and Andy are very welcoming hosts and make you feel as though you are visiting with old friends. Their house can comfortably accommodate a few people at a time, yet everyone has privacy in their very comfortable rooms. In our case, the group of people we met who stayed the same time as us only served to enhance the ambience of the evening meals which Kate and Andy prepare. It was a very special stay (over New Year) which we will never forget. Yes, they are situated in Oakwood, which might be perceived as far from the action, but it's only a 1/2 hour on the Tube to central London and the quiet neighbourhood is welcome after a day in the city. Staying with Kate and Andy was well worth any commute, and we would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a safe, clean, and welcoming place to stay. We hope to be back one day soon!

Danny is a first-rate host. Everything was as advertised and he makes you feel like his place is your home away from home. It felt more like staying with a friend than a stranger, and I hope to return one day.