# Wigwam Win Tee Pee Motel By Bianca | Published 2007-10-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tee-pee-motel References: [canadianpress.google](http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5hrJnAYXWSNlyh2B7tTELqcyil-1A) & [teepeemotel.bravehost](http://www.teepeemotel.bravehost.com/) What would you do if you won the state lottery? Bryon Woods, a Texan diesel mechanic used his US$49 million win to buy a piece of American history while simultaneously fulfilling his wife's childhood dream of sleeping in an authentic [tee pee tent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teepee-pavilion). 50 miles west of Houston, Woods bought and restored the Tee Pee Motel, a group of 11 tan teepees, 10 of which have been renovated to include modern amenities including barbecues, air conditioning, satellite TV and high-speed internet access. "Woods decided not to advertise, instead relying on a website, a page on MySpace and word of mouth," the [Canadian Press](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grizzly-bar) said. "And it didn't take long for word to spread." The Woods couple wasn't in it for a profit; this business was all about passion to them and living their dreams, having something no one else has. If you love the idea of modernized camping, you'll love the [luxury glamping resort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bora-boral) on Canada's West Coast: ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Authentic Experiences:** The trend highlights the consumer's preference for more authentic and unique experiences that fulfill their cultural and social interests. - **Niche Tourism:** The trend focuses significant attention on developing unique and niche tourist destinations and businesses that provide immersive experiences to their customers. - **Word-of-mouth Marketing:** Word-of-mouth marketing has risen to the forefront as one of the most cost-effective and trusted ways of promoting a business to potential customers. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** There is an opportunity for businesses in the hospitality industry to cater to the growing demand for authentic experiences, niche tourism, and unique accommodations. - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can establish themselves as a niche player in the market and develop unique offerings that cater to the interests of the consumers and provide immersive experiences. - **Marketing:** The marketing industry can take advantage of the growing trend of word-of-mouth marketing and develop targeted campaigns to reach their audience more effectively. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Desert-Inspired Campground Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-cosmico-project.md) - [Luxurious Indoor Camping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-camping-experience.md) - [Giant Barrel Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bushs-beans-national-park-foundation.md) - [Baby Boomer Glampsites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-boomer-glampsites.md) - [Can-Shaped Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canper.md) - [Glamorous Camping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulu-glamping.md) - [Angular Multi-Level Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokken-softshell-tent.md) - [Outdoor Pavilion Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teepee-pavilion.md) - [Outdoorsy Summer Sweepstakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-sweepstakes.md)