I loved being with Catherine in Padova. Her accommodation is spotlessly clean and easy to get to the centre of the city (and Venice for a day trip). She is a great host, welcoming and kind. She enjoys having someone to stay and we had some lovely conversations together in a mix of English and Italian. I was very grateful to be able to borrow her bike, it made it very easy to get around, although there is a bus stop very near for those who prefer that.