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- ISBN 9789460583896
- Weight: 1040g
- Dimensions: 185 x 250mm
- Publication Date: 13 Oct 2025
- Publisher: Luster Publishing
- Publication City/Country: NL
- Product Form: Hardback
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“Rife with main character energy, authenticity and playfulness, here’s where to book on your next American road trip …” — The Gloss
“a love letter to America's charming motels” — Evening Standard
“dreamily escapist” — Elle Decoration
“The design of the book itself echoes the period without slipping into kitsch – it feels sleek, collectible, and, like its subject matter, built to last.” — Amateur Photographer
“a perfect primer for this year’s summer holiday destinations” — Loupe Magazine
A nostalgic road trip through America’s most charming motels—revived and reimagined. Vintage Motels showcases 40 historic motels across the USA, each transformed into an inviting boutique hotel while honouring its past. Through rich storytelling and stunning photography, this beautifully designed hardcover book captures the spirit of these mid-century roadside gems. Each motel is featured across 4 to 6 pages, with a detailed narrative (500 words) and a mix of archival and contemporary images. Perfect for design lovers, travellers, and history enthusiasts, Vintage Motels is an inspiring tribute to the golden age of American road travel.
Ellie Seymour is a Brighton-based travel journalist, author, and blogger. Her work has been featured in publications such as BBC Travel, The Independent, The Guardian, and National Geographic Traveller Food. Ellie specialises in uncovering unique and lesser-known destinations, with a particular focus on the USA, Brighton, and Sussex. She is the author of Grand Hotels of the World, published by Luster in 2023.
