It was a truly a blessing and a privilege to be able to stay in Andres’ VRBO apartment in Madrid. The apartment was exactly as represented. It was small, but had an efficient floor plan that was very functional. It was clean and well stocked, and had everything one would need, whether they dined out or cooked their own meals. Even better, the apartment is strategically located in the Salamanca Goya neighborhood of Madrid, providing easy access to all of Madrid’s community and cultural treasures. Andres was a most gracious host, and communicated with me in advance of my visit to make sure I had everything I needed to seamlessly travel to his apartment and check in, and he insisted on meeting me onsite to provide a detailed orientation. I have rated Andres, as my host, and his apartment, as 5’s in my VRBO review, and am sincere in those ratings. That being said, I note two things I have experienced as an American traveling in France and Spain over the last month. First, these apartments are small by American standards. But they have efficient floor plans, so size doesn’t matter. Second, the bathrooms, and in particular, the shower stalls, are very small. So, Americano’s! Don’t be put off by this. Space is precious, and so a small shower stall is the norm.