Pauza Magazine Spring 2013 | Page 11

Linda - Kriva Palanka - 4.5 / 5

arts & cultural experiences Austin - Skopje - 4 / 5

First let me say , Linda ’ s bathroom is spectacular . It is warm , cozy , and the perfect setting for the perfect bath . The tub itself is standard sizing and the yellow tile creates a sense of calm when soaking . And if you like cats then this is the tub for you ! One cat ( Vesna ) snuck in and kept me company while I bathed and provided much adorable entertainment and companionship . Bubble bath is provided , but run your bath early--the building turns the water off at 11pm .

Lew - Negotino - 4.5 / 5

Austin has gotten lucky once again with a decent bathtub after moving from Negotino . His current tub is built-in with a cream-beige tile lining the surrounding walls . It even has a shower curtain if you ’ d like more privacy . The first thing you ’ ll notice about the tub is the size--it ’ s on the smaller side . You ’ ll have to bend your knees , throw your legs over the side , or squat awkwardly to fit in . The boiler is standard and because it is such a small tub , you ’ ll have no problem filling it all the way .

Faron - Strumica - 4.5 / 5

Lew ’ s tub is similar to Linda ’ s – it ’ s a great size and in a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere . It ’ s a white built-in tub with green / blue tile and open piping which gives the bather something interesting to look at . The Tito era tubs are some of my favorite for their high-functionality . The boiler is on the smaller side , but makes just enough hot water for one good soak . Lew has a heater in the bathroom that he cranked up , invoking distant tropical memories . There was little evidence of bubble bath products and there is no window so you ’ ll have to stand on the balcony if you get overheated . And bathe early ; water goes off at 10pm .

Faron ’ s tub is the perfect size : longer than normal , wide , and deep . There is unlimited hot water and no wait necessary due to a different , more brilliant , water-heating method in his building . The bathroom is a pleasant temperature and there is even a window to open if you get too hot from the experience . Once I donate some spare lavender bubbles to the bath time cause you should be all set for an incredible bathing experience . You ’ ll have to stuff the drain with toilet paper though – there is no plastic plug .

This is my last Bath Time Review as I will be emigrating shortly . I bid you all a farewell and a fabulous bath time experience wherever you can find it !

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