The 15 Best Places to See the Southern Lights in Tasmania This Winter
It was only 70 million years ago when Tasmania began to look as we conceive of it today. An island off the southern coast of Australia, Tasmania has its own unique geologic history and species found nowhere else on earth. Tasmania has long been a travel destination for those interested in heading off the beaten path while visiting Australia – and for seeing the southern lights...
9 Marvelous Spots for Stargazing in Maryland
Maryland is known for may things, including – but certainly not limited to – blue crabs, baseball, and Old Bay seasoning. (I can still imagine the smell in my mind!) But what about stargazing in Maryland? Most people are surprised to learn that I was actually born in Maryland and spent the first few years of my life there...
15 Incredible Spots for Stargazing in Sedona, Arizona
If you love stargazing, there are certain destinations that simply must be on your list. Sedona, Arizona, is one of those places. If you have your heart set on stargazing in Sedona, here's everything you need to know...
How to See the Next Lunar Eclipse:
May 15-16, 2022As interest in astrotourism grows, eclipse chasing has become an increasingly popular activity. Whether you travel to see an eclipse or are lucky enough to enjoy them as they pass over your home, there's no denying that eclipses are powerful and humbling to experience. But when is the next lunar eclipse occurring?...
The 6 Best Binoculars for Stargazing between $50-$1000
While stargazing is great under any circumstances, there's something special about using equipment to enhance your view. Using a telescope or binoculars will unlock wonders further in the solar system and deep space, and can encourage a love of the universe for yourself or someone you love. That's why I've put together so many guides for the best stargazing equipment, including the best binoculars for stargazing at each price point...
9 Must-See Astronomy Events in the May Night Sky (2022)
As the weather warms in the northern hemisphere, there's nothing quite like a night of stargazing. While many of us are unable to travel for astronomy meetups and star parties, we can still set up in our backyards and local parks to enjoy the May night sky. This month, we'll receive a series of astronomical treats...
The 8 Best Places to Go Stargazing in
St. LouisAlso known as the "Gateway to the West," St. Louis is an iconic American city. Just picture the Gateway Arch and you're thinking of St. Louis. Add in good sports teams, great craft beer, and good music – they say "beer, baseball, and the Blues" referring to both the music genre and hockey team – and you've got a perfect recipe for a great Midwest city. But can you go stargazing in St. Louis?...
What to Know About the 2022 Partial Solar Eclipse on April 30
Seeing a solar eclipse is one of the most impressive and rare space tourism experiences on earth. Following the 2017 solar eclipse across the U.S., traveling to see an eclipse is an increasingly popular activity for those of us who love space here on earth. Luckily, there are two solar eclipses in 2022...
20 Incredible Spots for Stargazing in New York
The Empire State is known for many things, great sports teams, autumn leaf-peeping, and the biggest city in the country among them. And while I've already covered that stargazing in New York City is challenging (at best!), there's a lot more to New York than the Big Apple...
How to See the 2022 Lyrids Meteor Shower
After several slow months of meteoric activity, it's finally here: the first major meteor shower of the year, the Lyrids! It's the first good opportunity of the calendar year when you can see shooting stars streak across the night sky burning up as they enter earth’s atmosphere. That’s right: it’s almost time for the peak of the 2022 Lyrids meteor shower!...
