The 4 Best Places to See the Southern Lights in Patagonia
Many of us have 'seeing the aurora' on our bucket list – and for good reason. To see the northern lights or southern lights dancing in the atmosphere, shades of green, red, purple, and white, is an unforgettable experience. It's one of the most impressive space tourism activities you can enjoy...
How to See the Grand Alignment of Visible Planets in 2022
Lately, it seems like there's always some cool astronomical event worth seeing. Solar eclipses, lunar eclipses, regular meteor showers, and new meteor showers. Never mind rocket launches, occultations, and everything else going on this year. If your calendar has gotten quite busy with late nights and early mornings, you're not alone...
9 Space Themed Hotels & Suites Right Here on Earth (2022)
For many people, a luxury hotel room is a perfect option while they travel. With multiple shower heads, plush bathrobes, and a stocked minibar, they’re set for the night. For those of us who dream of being among the stars as those same stars wheel overhead, we want something a little different when we travel...
The 8 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?..
The 17 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Denver
At 5,280ft above sea level, Denver has an obvious advantage when it comes to stargazing: extra elevation means clearer night skies! The capital of Colorado has other advantages that make it a stellar stargazing destination: wild mountains to the west; sweeping plains to the east; and passionate locals who protect and love the outdoors...
What It’s Like to Go to Space Camp [Updated for 2022]
Did you dream of being an astronaut as a kid? Maybe your own kid is completely space-obsessed. Whether you're enduring an endless stream of pleas from your child – or your inner child –, it's time to go to Space Camp...
How to See the 2022 Tau Herculids Meteor Shower – If It Happens!
If you follow astronomy news, you've likely heard some excited headlines in the last few weeks: for the first time in decades (at least), there's a chance we'll see a new meteor shower in just a few days. Astronomers have been monitoring a comet which began breaking up almost thirty years ago and has now created a cloud of dust behind it strong enough – if at the right speed and angle – to create a potentially bombastic meteor shower we've never seen before...
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! 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...
22 Must-See Astronomical Events in the June Night Sky (2022)
Some months may not seem particularly exciting for stargazing when you first glance, and then you dig into the astronomical events to realize how much is actually going on. June 2022 is one of those months. After a sleepy start (there's very little to see in the first half of the month), the second half of June is jam packed with interesting astronomical events...
The 6 Best Astrophotography Cameras for Any Budget (2022)
Looking up at the night sky and wanting to capture its awe-inspiring beauty is a feeling familiar to most photographers and astronomy enthusiasts. In this article, I’ll to explain exactly how to do that and which of the best astrophotography cameras are right for you and your budget...
