AirBnB winter report lists Lubbock as top winter destination. Here's why, where to stay.

On the same day that a Lubbock coffee shop was listed #1 in the nation, the city also received the honor of being a top 10 winter location by AirBnB on Wednesday.

AirBnB published its 2024 Winter Trends Report on Wednesday, Oct. 16, and found that Lubbock was one of the top 10 most searched for domestic travel destinations this winter.

"Lubbock is gaining attention as a winter destination, and it’s easy to see why with its rich music history and vibrant arts scene," said Lisa Cohen, with AirBnB. "The nearby wineries and scenic landscapes provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, making Lubbock an intriguing choice for travelers looking to experience a different side of Texas this winter."

With Lubbock being in the Top 10 for domestic winter vacations, there are several u nique options for people to book. From an architectural marvel in Ransom Canyon to one for the Swifties, here's a quick breakdown of the options:

• The Bruno Steel House in Ransom Canyon is one of the most recognizable options. AirBnB lists it as a chance to sleep in a sculpture.
• The Getaway Era in South Lubbock is Taylor Swift themed.
• Another iconic stop is The Smiley Bush House on 58th Street and Indiana Avenue. It is named after the smiling shrub that is decorated for holidays.
• Evermore Lubbock, just west of the Texas Tech campus, is a private home with a themed mural inside.
• The 806 Yellow House is a 1930s cottage in the Historic South Overton Neighborhood.

The Hub City also claimed the honor of having the #1 Best Independent Coffee Shop in the nation, with Monomyth Coffee earning the title in the 2024 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.

Coffee lovers: Lubbock coffee shop named #1 Best Independent by USA Today Reader's Choice Awards

Besides Lubbock, these cities were also highly searched for winter domestic travel:

• Indianapolis, Indiana.
• South Bend, Indiana.
• Blacksburg, Virginia.
• Oxford, Mississippi.
• Auburn, Alabama.
• Iowa City, Iowa.
• Indio, California.
• State College, Pennsylvania.
• Tacoma, Washington.

This was determined by a comparison of U.S. searches in the third quarter of 2024 for check-ins between Nov. 1-Dec. 31, 2024 and the same time period in 2023.

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