It may be a short month, but there’s plenty to see in the night sky in February. In this month’s night sky forecast, you’ll find eight events worth bundling up for and braving the winter weather on a clear night. Don’t forget that February is also a great time to try and see the northern lights if you live in …
6 Space Tourism Predictions for 2019
In early 2017, one of the first posts I wrote for Space Tourism Guide was a post of space tourism predictions for the coming year. Back then, I predicted we’d see manned test flights, falling prices, and more interest in space tourism-related activities on earth. Unfortunately, it has taken a long time for these predictions to come to pass! 2017 …
What to See in the Night Sky in 2019: With a Telescope (Part III)
2019 is a great year to get out and see the night sky. All year long, there are interesting astronomical events and opportunities to see objects in our solar system. For some of these, you can spot them with your own eyes. For others, you’ll need stargazing equipment like a telescope or binoculars. This post is the third part in …
What to See in the Night Sky in 2019: Our Solar System (Part II)
If you’re eager to do more stargazing this year, now’s the time. All year long, there are opportunities to enjoy the night sky, from basic stargazing sights to asteroids, moons, planets, nebula, and galaxies that require equipment to enjoy the view. In this post, you’ll learn how to see each celestial object in our solar system, from the sun and …
What to See in the Night Sky in 2019: Stargazing Sights (Part I)
While most people are setting resolutions to mark the new year, we’re setting calendar reminders. 2019 is going to be a great year for astronomical events! We’ve pulled together a list of the best ones. Read about each of these 14 night sky events in 2019, and you can add them to your own calendar here. Did you know? We’ve …
11 Must-See Events in the Night Sky in January 2019
Happy New Year! As 2019 kicks off, it’s a great time to make a resolution: to go stargazing and appreciate the night sky more! The coming month will offer many fantastic opportunities to get out and see the stars… and planets… and a meteor shower… and two eclipses! This month, we have confirmed that every event on this list is …
9 Interesting Winter Solstice Celebrations Around the World
The winter solstice will occur on December 21st, 2018. At this point, the northern hemisphere is tipped away from the sun at the furthest point in our annual orbit. For many of us, it will be a dark and cold day of the year. For others, it’s a time of celebration, to mark the beginning of winter or eventual return …
11 Must-See Events in the Night Sky in December 2018
As 2018 winds down, the astronomical calendar continues its healthy pace. This month, we have a variety of interesting viewing opportunities – from close encounters to meteor showers, including planets, moons, two comets, and even some star clusters! This month, we’re pleased to announce that we have confirmed that every event on this list is visible with either your unaided …
Vans Launches Astronaut-Worthy Space Voyager Collection
If you’re headed to the moon, you’ve gotta look good. As interest in space and space tourism continues to rise, it’s no surprise that there are new opportunities to rep your pride for the aerospace industry. In partnership with NASA in honor of their NASA’s 60th anniversary this year, Vans’ new Space Voyager collection is ‘go for launch.’ In addition …
6 Must-See Events in the Night Sky in November 2018
With November, we take steps closer to the solstice. In the northern hemisphere, winter approaches in earnest; in the southern, the sun is welcomed back and temperatures continue to rise. November is also a time of astronomical activity, with two active meteor showers to get out and enjoy. Hopefully, the skies will be clear and dark for you to enjoy …
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