Monticello Motor Lodge Daytona Beach FL Vintage Chrome Postcard Pool Cars 1950s

$ 5.28

Country: USA Subject: Motel Continent: North America Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Region: Florida Theme: Roadside Americana Country of Origin: United States City: Daytona Beach Postage Condition: Unposted

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Monticello Motor Lodge Daytona Beach FL Vintage Chrome Postcard Pool Cars 1950s. 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 Florida's mid-century hospitality with this captivating vintage postcard featuring the Monticello Motor Lodge in Daytona Beach. The front showcases two distinct views of the lodge: the upper image presents the charming exterior with period automobiles, hinting at the era's travel allure, while the lower scene captures the inviting swimming pool area, complete with guests relaxing under stylish umbrellas, embodying a classic vacation ambiance. This postcard, a testament to the popular chrome printing technique by Dexter Press, Inc., boasts vivid colors and sharp detail. It was published by O'Brian Color Studios, capturing the essence of Daytona Beach's burgeoning tourism. The reverse side provides a wealth of historical information, detailing the lodge's amenities like "Modern Units" with "Tile Baths," "Telephones," "T.V.," "Air-Conditioning," and even "Honeymoon Rooms," along with the names of the resident owners, John & Priscilla Petty. It also highlights its prime location near the "World's Most Famous Beach," offering a fascinating glimpse into the accommodations and attractions that drew visitors to Florida during this iconic period.