Vintage Travelodge Rancho Del Rey Chula Vista CA Postcard Unposted
$ 5.28
Description
Vintage Travelodge Rancho Del Rey Chula Vista CA Postcard Unposted. 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. This captivating vintage postcard showcases the Rancho Del Rey Travelodge located at 588 Broadway in Chula Vista, California. The vibrant color image captures the classic mid-century motel architecture, complete with its iconic "sleeping bear" logo sign, lush palm trees, and a clear blue sky. The scene evokes the golden age of American road travel, highlighting a popular lodging destination from an earlier era. The reverse side provides intriguing details, identifying the location as a "Gateway to Old Mexico" and noting its proximity to U.S. Hwy 101 Alternate. It proudly lists amenities such as 31 units, a heated pool, air conditioning, free coffee, T.V., and room phones, all hallmarks of modern comfort for travelers of the time. The telephone exchange "GA rfield 2-8314" further dates this piece, offering a glimpse into the communication technology of the period. This postcard is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of California history, vintage motels, or Americana.
