Ander Dobo
Ander is a Seattle-based space and tech enthusiast who is a Product Manager by day at Amazon. Outside of work, he enjoys stargazing (when it's not cloudy), travel, backpacking and sampling Seattle’s food scene.
The 9 Best Places to See the Southern Lights in Australia
If you’ve ever heard of the aurora australis, you might wonder: is it possible to see the aurora australis in Australia? They are named for Australia, after all! Yes, it’s possible to see the aurora australis – also called the southern lights – in Australia! You just need to know when and where to go. We’ve put together this huge guide to seeing the southern lights in Australia, including everything you need to know. We’ll explain the science of the aurora australis, the best season to see them in Australia, the states and territories in Aus where you can view the aurora plus where to go in each, and additional…
The 7 Best Places to See the Southern Lights in New Zealand
New Zealand is a space enthusiast’s dream. Stunning stargazing, regular rocket launches, and awe-inspiring aurora are all common sights in New Zealand, though most travelers visit for the beautiful vistas, friendly Kiwi locals, and delicious food and wine. Seriously, if you aren’t sold on New Zealand yet, what’s stopping you? If you’re planning a trip to New Zealand and you’re a fan of space, you might want to plan your trip to see the Southern Lights while you’re there. In this post, you’ll find everything you need to improve your chances of seeing the aurora during your trip. This post was originally published in April 2018, and was updated in September 2020.…
