Borderland TraveLodge Chula Vista CA Postcard Shini Color Motel 1950s

$ 5.28

Country: United States City: Chula Vista Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Signed: No Subject: Motel Postage Condition: Unposted Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Country of Origin: United States Region: California Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Continent: North America Theme: Roadside America Material: Cardboard Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Description

Borderland TraveLodge Chula Vista CA Postcard Shini Color Motel 1950s. The property was approved by the AAA and Auto Club of Southern California, a mark of quality for travelers of the era. Saf-Air heat. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Discover a vibrant piece of California history with this vintage "Shini Color" postcard featuring the Borderland TraveLodge at 1501 National Avenue in Chula Vista. The front of this collectible card showcases the charming motel property, complete with its distinctive tower, a classic yellow automobile in the parking area, and beautifully landscaped flower beds, all rendered in vivid, early chrome-era hues. The property was approved by the AAA and Auto Club of Southern California, a mark of quality for travelers of the era. The reverse side provides a fascinating glimpse into mid-century travel, detailing the TraveLodge's offerings: "De Luxe, fully carpeted units with full-tile baths. Saf-Air heat. Some kitchen apts." It also highlights its strategic location, being just fifteen minutes from Downtown San Diego and a mere 4 1/2 miles from Tijuana, Mexico, making it a gateway to numerous tourist attractions. Published by Colourpicture of Boston, this postcard captures the essence of a bygone era of American road trips and motor lodge hospitality, making it a unique addition for collectors of California ephemera, vintage travel, and Chula Vista historical items.