The 1950s were a time of conspicuous and somewhat gaudy consumption as evidenced by the ostentatious designs coming out of Detroit such as this 1959 Cadillac.
In the 1950s Hawaii was a newly discovered mecca for rank-and-file tourists seeking a place in the sun for their vacation. Economy airfares put the Hawaiian Islands within reach of the middle class and visitors increasingly chose Honolulu over Miami Beach. Continue Reading »
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Ocean Palm Motel
“The Gem of Informal Living”
Collins Avenue at 157th St. on the Ocean in Miami Beach. Private Beach with Ocean front Patio. Every room an outside room overlooking the Ocean. Hotel rooms and apartments 100% air-conditioned and luxuriously furnished. T.V. and Card Room, sensible rates, daily, weekly or seasonal.
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The Pan Am Motel was located at 17875 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach.
Directly on the Ocean, Completely Air-Conditioned. 150 Rooms each with Private Bath and Sun Terrace. Studio Rooms with Kitchenettes. Restaurant and Snack Bar — Cocktail lounge — Garage Parking — 400 Feet of Private Beach — Salt Water Pool — Elevator Service. Informal living for a selected clientele.
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