| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 30 positive, 0 negative]
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| 07/21/09 |
Positive
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| Great location and great owners. We loved this apartment and the best part of it is that it is in the historical center of Rome and you can, indeed, go walking everywhere (it is half a block from Campo dei Fiori and 2 or 3 short blocks from Piazza Navona). We even went walking to St. Peters and Tastevere from the apartment. We stayed there with our two kids (a toddler and a baby)and my sister. The apartment was big enough for all of us. It's completely renovated and decorated with lively colors. The kitchinette is not huge but it was enough for us -we had dinner in the apartment a couple of nights but you will honestly go out as much as you can when you are in Rome. One of the bedrooms (the one with the sofa) has less natural light than the other but, again, since you will be out most of the day, this was not an issue for us (and this is how apartments are in the historic center of Rome). Sonia, Alex and Franco helped us in all respects -from finding a parking space along the Tiber, to e-mailing us an itenerary to drive through Rome (which I actually wouldn't recommend -it's hard to drive in Rome when you don't know the city) to be able to return the rental car in Termini. Sonia booked the van for us to go to the airport. Everything went perfectly well. If we get back to Rome, we will stay at this apartment again. I strongly recommend it!! |
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Mariángeles and Pat, Bethesda, MD |
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| 03/09/09 |
Positive
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| Our stay in Rome was 100% enhanced by this apartment nestled in the historic center. The location could not have been better. It was extremely quiet which, from what I hear, is usually not the case in Rome. Franco was wonderful - he took the time to take us to the bank and walked us through the neighborhood. He went above and beyond. Although the apartment has very little natural light, it was still pleasant and in a phenomenal location - very safe and just minutes from everything. When I asked my husband if he would stay there again - it was a resounding YES! |
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Janet Liscio, Burlington, Vermont |
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| 11/13/08 |
Positive
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| We had an absolutely wonderful time during our 4 short days in Rome. The flat was perfect for us to be able to walk everywhere we wanted to see. With easy access to a grocery store a few blocks away and a hundred restaurants within easy walking distance, we were never far from a good meal. With such an excellent location, we covered just about everything from the Vatican to the Colosseum, from Trastevere to the Spanish Steps. Four days is too short but we were able to absorb much of the atmosphere that is Rome. The flat was very comfortable and perfect for relaxing after a long day visiting the sites of Rome. It was nice and quiet and comfortable. We both enjoyed meeting Sonia and we were particularly pleased to meet Uncle Franco - he is a real gem! He was so helpful and we enjoyed our short time with him immensely. We felt so welcome and highly recommend your flat to others as well! Thank you again for helping make our visit a most enjoyable one! We hope to be back soon! |
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Jim & Bernadette Prolsdorfer, Anchorage, Alaska |
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| 07/11/08 |
Positive
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We rented the studio for a week early June 08. We concur with all the enthusiastic comments made by other guests this year. It's worth reading a good number of them to learn about all the practical and pleasant features the owners have put in place to make our sojourn in Rome exceptional.
Our contribution to these comments:
DVDs on Rome history , availability of a very good public transport map (although almost all of Rome great sights are at a walking distance)
Best wishes for your trip
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Danielle Carle and Denis Brien, Montreal, Canada
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| 07/03/08 |
Positive
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Dearest Sonia:
Once again I would like to express my gratitude for your warm hospitality. Greeting us at the apartment, getting us some refreshments, and showing us all of the local area was very sweet. My family and I appreciated your thoughtfulness. We stayed in the flat for only three nights, however, we were wishing that we would have been there longer. The location was ideal for anyone who wants to emerse into the Roman life. We were keeping Roman hours- taking strolls each evening to sight see and to of course get some gelatos! We don't know how we will live without them! We may have to be the ones to bring gelatos to the deep south. We were a family of four-my husband, me and two daughters aged 12 and 9. The accomodations were perfecto! The girls had the front room and me and my husband had the bedroom. Plenty of space for us all.I would wholeheartly recommend this flat to anyone who comes to visit the Eternal City. Ciao, Ciao!
Hoping to return in the near future!Sincerely,
Jennifer Horne McKinney |
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Jennifer McKinney, Ocean Springs MS
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| 06/15/08 |
Positive
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Ciao Sonia and Franco,
Thank you for your wonderful apartment in Rome. We were delighted to find this comfortably equipped and quiet apartments so close to Campo de’ Fiori and Piazza Navona. We loved the City and walked everywhere. It is very conveniently located within walking distance to virtually everything in the historic part of Rome. We could walk to the colosseum, Vatican, Spanish Steps, Forum, you name it, within 30 minutes. We enjoyed strolling the back streets and bumping into the hidden piazzas throughout Rome most. It's a very easy city to get around in. We felt safe anytime of day or night . Thanks to Franco
For the airport service and final good-bye tour.
Tips for future guests? There is no problem getting tickets but for Borghese galleria ...you have to buy ticket few days ahead and make reservations online for a two hour time -slot or you will not get in. Secondly, don't eat in tratorias, restaurants, etc that are located directly in the main piazzas. They are there mainly for the tourist industry and therefore a little on the pricey side. It's best to venture off the piazzas down one of the many smaller streets.
Be prepared for the euro to dollar shock. We controlled them impact by having a nice breakfast in the apartment and snacking during the day before a nice meal in the evening.
Irena.
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Irena, Ottawa Ontario |
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| 06/15/08 |
Positive
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| We highly recomment this apartment, it is very clean, everyting is new and in good working order. The shower has great water pressure, beds are comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need to cook a delicious meal from Campo de Fiori. The location is excellent - central to everywhere. Sonia and Uncle Franco are a pleasure to deal with. We would stay again. |
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The Mazzei Family, Sydney Australia |
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| 06/04/08 |
Positive
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We enjoyed four wonderful nights at this apartment in Rome! Everytime my husband would walk in the door he would say "I just love this apartment." The location was perfect and the accommodations were superb with very comfortable beds. It was ideal for my 75-year old mother with no steps to climb. Uncle Franco was delightful and we enjoyed meeting him also. I have already recommended your apartment to friends who are planning a trip. When we return to Rome, we definitely hope to stay here again.
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Jeanette Duncan, Frisco, TX |
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| 05/05/08 |
Positive
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| A lovely apartment, terrific location and within easy walking distance to major attractions, even for seniors. Uncle Franco was a great help in getting us settled in as well as transporting us to the airport. Highly recommended. |
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Margaret & Robert, Ottawa Canada
6138417252 |
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| 05/04/08 |
Positive
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| We had a wonderful 5 day stay in Rome. The apartment was just what we needed and very convenient to everything. There wasn't much we couldn't walk to and the bus was easily accessible if we chose. Loved living "IN" Rome vs. secluded in a hotel. Uncle Franco was wonderful and helpful when he met us and showed us enough to get started with banks and grocers. Thank you so much!! |
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Andrea & Mark Donofrio, Hamilton, Virginia
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| 04/26/08 |
Positive
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The apartment was very comfortable and close to everything. I would recommend to everyone.
A special thank you to Franco. He was very helpful and considerate.
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The Mix Family, Cochrane, Ab, Canada
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| 04/25/08 |
Positive
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We loved apartment! The location is wonderful,
Campo Fiori is a great place to people watch, shop
at the almost daily veggie and flower market,
and/or get a bite to eat. It is just a few minutes
walk away, as is the magnificent Piazza Navona.
The apartment was very quiet, comfortable and
clean.
Communication with Sonia via e-mail was a
pleasure as was meeting Uncle Franco. We were
traveling with two kids, so getting a ride to the
airport with him was really easy and stress free. We
would certainly choose to stay here again the next
time we are in Rome.
HIghly recommended! |
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Carly Wright, Berne NY
518-872-1067 |
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| 04/08/08 |
Positive
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Hi Sonia and Franco, Thanks so much for welcoming us to your apartment in Rome. It was very comfortable for our family of 4 (2 daughters aged 15 & 18). We loved the location near Campo de' Fiori and quickly felt we were part of Rome's culture, if only for 3 nights. It was the end of our 16 night trip including Venice, Florence & Sorrento and it was everyone's favorite experience. We could walk everywhere we wanted. And Franco helped make the transition into the apt. seemless, showing us where to food shop and even taking time with us to find an Ipod adapter for our girls at a nearby hardware store. And it was a comfort to know that he'd be there to pick us up and take us to the airport on the final morning. He's a gem. All went well and we'd love to visit Rome and use your place again.
Ciao,
Peter |
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Anonymous, Victoria, BC
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| 04/07/08 |
Positive
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My husband and I spent 4 nights in the apartment in early March, after which I was joined by two friends and stayed an additional 2 nights. It was perfection!
In all I stayed 34 days in Italy, and this was the best apartment in many ways: the location is ideal ~ the Campo di Fiori Market a few steps away; Piazza Navona a 5 minute walk; and Vatican City a brief 15 minute stroll. This is to name just a few of the sites within easy walking distance.
The apartment itself has everything one could ask for. It is bright and extremely quiet. The owners have thought of everything, from more than ample clothes hangers and hooks and dressers, to comfortable bedding, great reading lights, wonderful spacious shower and top quality towels. I cooked some wonderful meals there and found all the utensils, pots, dishes, etc. needed to prepare and serve the food.
Uncle Franco was a gem ~ dependable, eager to give us information, and a terrific help in getting to the airport, etc.
I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone wishing to visit Rome. It was a joy to be there and I will definitely stay there again whenever I return to that city.
Thank you Sonia and Uncle Franco!
Lois Farina Reilly
Keyport, NJ USA |
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Lois/Luisa Farina Reilly, Keyport, NJ USA
973-951-4198 |
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| 03/23/08 |
Positive
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| Great apartment! Very clean and comfortable. Great location, walking distance to so many sights and right near bus stop. Being picked up at airport by Franco was such a stress reliever and what a pleasant man. Would recommend this apartment to anyone. Thank You. |
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The Callahans, Oyster Bay, NY |
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| 03/21/08 |
Positive
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| The apartment was warm,clean,tastefully decorated and near all major sites. Would recommend it to anyone!! |
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Anonymous, Boston, MA |
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| 03/11/08 |
Positive
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Everything about the experience was fabulous -- the
location is absolutely unbeatable -- and having Franco pick us up and
give us a tour of the City en route from the airport was a wonderful
beginning. Thank you so much. |
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Anonymous |
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| 01/31/08 |
Positive
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Perfect location, a pretty and very quiet, comfy apt, easy to walk (or bus) anywhere. Uncle Franco met us and walked us to the nearby markets so we would be at ease. Campo di Fiori (just down the street) is terrific! Piazza Navonna is a few streets away. We have stayed in many apts in Rome thru the years and would happily stay here again. Warm in Dec with plenty of hot water. We enjoyed lots of 'home' cooked meals prepared in the small kitchen. You can comfortably stay here without any hesitation. Enjoy!
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The Daleys, San Francisco, CA |
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| 12/29/07 |
Positive
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| Had a great time & really enjoyed the Apartment. Very conveniently located for visiting all the sites! We walked everywhere. Also had lots of good restaurants and grocery nearby. Apartment was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Especially liked all the tour books. |
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Dan & Cathy, Panama City Beach, FL |
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| 10/27/07 |
Positive
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The location is superb! The apartment is in a side
street bustling with little shops and restaurants.
The apartment was very quiet, tastfully decorated,
well maintained, and very clean. Franco made us
feel very welcome. We didn't want to leave! |
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George and Amanda, Maui, Hawaii |
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| 10/12/07 |
Positive
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Wow, what a great place, and what a great location! Close to everything, my wife and I walked everywhere and though in five days we could only scratch the surface, this apartment made it easier. Clean quiet and comfortable, great bathroom, nice little kitchen, and so much nicer then a small hotel room, and for the same price or better. Uncle Franco and Sonia were extremely helpful and accomodating, we would highly highly recommend this to couples and even those with up to two children! Would definately stay there again, and hope to!
Tony and Rose, Toronto Ontario |
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Tony and Rose, Toronto, Canada |
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| 08/07/07 |
Positive
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| We stayed in this apartment with our two teenage children, and it was very satisfactory. The location near Campo di Fiori is wonderful, central to all major Rome attractions. The apartment was clean, cool and quiet, with a very nice bathroom and adequate kitchen. I would recommend it to anyone. |
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Geoff Collier, Kamloops, BC, Canada
+1-250-319-7188 |
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| 07/31/07 |
Positive
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| We just wanted to thank you for the awesome time we had staying at your flat in Campo Di Fiori. Our family of 4 stayed for 4 nights in the heat of July, and the flat was very cool and quiet, as promised. The location was simply outstanding! 1 mintue walk to Campo Di Fioro, which had a fruit/veggie market every morning and a flower market every night! 3-4 minute walk to Piazza Navona, 10 minutes to the Pantheon or Trestevere, and 15 minute walk to the Vatican. Everything from U. Franco picking us up at the airport to the excellent shower pressure and plenty of hot water made for a very easy transition to our Italy vacation. Thanks again and I will definitely recommend your flat to others. |
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Warren, Robyn, Josh & Madison, Vancouver, BC Canada |
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| 07/12/07 |
Positive
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| We stayed in the apartment in early June 2007. Apartment exceeded all expectations. It was truly quite and cool; great lay out, unbelievable location. We traveled with our 13 year old daughter and it was terrific for everyone to have a bit of privacy. I particularly liked that everything functioned just great; having a kitchen was a treat. Uncle Franco was wonderful and helpful and communication with Sonia was effortless. |
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Galina Lubarsky, Richardson, TX |
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| 07/03/07 |
Positive
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| we recently spent a wonderful week in Rome with our 14 year old grandaughter.the apartmen was in the best location we could have hoped for. we were able to walk to all the historic sights. we enjoyed the evenings most of all, a stroll through Campo de'Fiori and Piazza Navone to watch the street performers and have a gelatto was our nightly routine. Franco and Sonia were such charming hosts. Thank you Franco for the ice cream treat.we would definately stay again when we return to Rome. |
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Barbara Brown, Costa Mesa Calif. |
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| 06/15/07 |
Positive
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Sonia,
We loved your apartment. It was wonderful. The location was perfect for us. It worked out great to have Uncle Franco and your mother to pick us up at the airport. We felt like we had a personal introduction to your
beautiful, historical city. Jim thinks you should have your mother ride along for the joy of it. We plan to tell Rick Steive, an American travel author about your awesome apartment. We will highly recommend it to anyone visiting
Rome. Thank you so much. God bless.
Gratefully,
Louise and Jim |
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Louise and Jim Doiron, USA
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| 06/09/07 |
Positive
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Dear Sonia,
Our stay in your rental in Rome was wonderful. It had everything we needed. We ate breakfast in each morning before we ventured out to see Rome. It was convenient to the bus stops-and very quiet for sleeping. It was especially nice to be close to the Vatican just a few blocks away.
One of our highlights was "Uncle Franco" who greeted us when we arrived and took us to the airport in his car so we didn't have to get a taxi. Hope you and baby are doing fine, Sonia. |
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Mike and Terri, Kailua, Hi |
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| 05/26/07 |
Positive
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| Our weekend visit from 5/11 - 5/14 was great! We loved the apartment and it's proximity to Campo di Fiori, Piazza Navona, and the bus system. Sonia and Franco were both very accomodating, and even helped us get from the apartment to Termini for our departure. The apartment was very cute, clean, and quiet. Not to mention new appliances and updated bathroom. It was perfect for us! |
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Danielle, Redondo Beach, CA |
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| 05/07/07 |
Positive
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The apartment is in a perfectlocation, near the Campo di Fiori but very quiet. There are many good restaurants withinafewsteps and thebuseson the Corso Vittorio Emmanuelle are just up the lane.
Kathryn and Sam Suttle
Dublin |
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Anonymous, Dublin
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| 05/03/07 |
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We would like to thank Franco, Alessandro and Sonia so much for all thier help in making our stay in Rome the best!
The apartment was so comfortable and so cool. We loved the decor and the great use of space. It was so clean and we especially loved the colors! It went perfect with the flowers we bought outside our door just a few steps away at Campo de fiori!
And the apartment was so amazingly quiet even though we were literaly minutes from so much stuff!
We would stay their anytime we were in Rome and would recommend it highly to anyone.
Thanks again and hope we see you again soon.
Ciao Bellas! |
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Robin and Bob Galloway, Montana
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