Mid-Century Photo Friday: Motel Architecture

Kingman, Arizona: the past and the present collide on Route 66

Immortalized in the anthem penned by Bobby Troup, Kingman in western Arizona is a bit of an enigma. On the map, it appears to be in the middle of nowhere and yet for the adventuresome traveler it is in the middle of everything. It is a stop for travelers on the road to somewhere, and it is one of the most overlooked destinations on legendary Route 66. It is a treasure trove of history and

About time? Mad men will be back in March – vote in our poll!

It’s not “official” word, but John Hamm (who you would think would know) apparently let it slip during an interview that Mad Men will finally return in March – March 25th to be specific. Here’s another article as well. AMC is still declining to confirm the date at all. So, what do you think? Has it been to long? Would you watch no matter how long it took? Will it have to be an amazing

Mid Century Photo Friday – Retro Roadtrip to Manitou Springs Colorado

We’re off on another Retro Roadtrip – this time to give some support to the communities around Colorado Springs our moral and financial support after the big wildfires here. So, here’s our Mid-Century Photo Friday – two fantastic Mid-Century Motels in Manitou Springs Colorado. Watch for our reviews next week!

Retro Roadtrip: CarlinVilla Motel, Illinois

Near the heart of historic Carlinville, Illinois, The CarlinVilla Motel offers a relaxing getaway for the whole family. Spend a day with the family visiting Macoupin County’s “Million Dollar Courthouse,” Historic Cannonball Jail, or the Historical Society Museum; take your teenager for a visit at Blackburn College, then return to the CarlinVilla to unwind by the pool or warm yourself in the tanning beds. The CarlinVilla is also a great place for traveling business people