Vintage Borderland Travelodge Chula Vista CA Mirro-Krome Postcard
$ 5.28
Description
Vintage Borderland Travelodge Chula Vista CA Mirro-Krome Postcard. 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 mid-century Americana with this vintage Mirro-Krome postcard featuring the Borderland Travelodge in Chula Vista, California. The front showcases the distinctive motel architecture, including its charming tower and meticulously landscaped grounds with lush green lawns and colorful flower beds. This scenic view captures the essence of roadside hospitality from a bygone era, complete with the original Travelodge logo. The reverse side provides a detailed advertisement for the motel, highlighting its amenities such as fully carpeted units, full-tile baths, Saf-Air heat, kitchen apartments, and room phones. It proudly notes its convenient location, just fifteen minutes from Downtown San Diego and a mere 4½ miles from Tijuana, Mexico, positioning it as an ideal stop for tourists exploring Southern California and beyond. The postcard also features recommendations from prestigious organizations like AAA, Duncan Hines, and the Automobile Club of Southern California, underscoring its reputation during its time. Produced as a MIRRO-KROME CARD by H. S. Crocker Co., Inc., San Francisco, this card is a testament to the popular printing techniques of the era, known for their vivid colors and glossy finish, making it a desirable collectible for enthusiasts of vintage travel, California history, and classic roadside architecture.
