Astrotourism

From stargazing in dark sky parks to chasing meteor showers, these travel ideas will excite any astronomy fan.

Borealis Base Camp is located in a private boreal forest in Interior Alaska.
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This Hotel Is One of the Best Places in Alaska for Aurora Viewing
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A houseboat in Minnesota's Voyageurs National Park sits beneath the green and magenta ribbons of the northern lights.
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The Best Hotels for Seeing the Northern Lights in the Lower 48 States
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How to See the Northern Lights When You Fly
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The World’s Best Places to See the Northern Lights
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The World’s Best Places to See the Northern Lights
January 27, 2023 08:23 PM
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streaks of pink, green and purple northern lights in the night sky
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Why Northern Lights Viewing Will Be Stellar Over the Next Few Years
January 27, 2023 06:35 PM
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Pic du Midi observatory
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La Belle Étoile: Why You Should Go Stargazing in France This Year
October 21, 2022 07:08 PM
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6 Great Fall Outdoor Adventures in the Southwest
October 21, 2022 02:21 PM
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The new Dark Skies Map hopes to help campers find spots where they can see the Milky Way.
History + Culture
New Hipcamp Feature Allows You to Find Dark Sky Campsites
August 26, 2022 11:14 PM
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Grand Canyon National Park Is Hosting a Free Stargazing Celebration
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Grand Canyon National Park Is Hosting a Free Stargazing Celebration
June 08, 2022 09:59 PM
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9 Incredible Dark Sky Parks and Reserves Around the World
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9 Incredible Dark Sky Parks and Reserves Around the World
June 03, 2022 01:11 PM
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In India, Astrotourism Is Looking Up
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In India, Astrotourism Is Looking Up
May 04, 2022 01:40 PM
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Colorado Could Soon Be Home to the World’s Largest Dark Sky Reserve
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Colorado Could Soon Be Home to the World’s Largest Dark Sky Reserve
April 21, 2022 05:17 PM
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The Northern Lights Are Making a Rare Appearance in These U.S. States Right Now
Natural Wonders
The Northern Lights Are Making a Rare Appearance in These U.S. States Right Now
March 31, 2022 06:14 PM
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How to Watch the Geminid Meteor Shower This December
Natural Wonders
How to Watch the Geminid Meteor Shower This December
October 28, 2021 03:33 PM
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How to Watch the Orionids and Draconids Meteor Showers in October 2021
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How to Watch the Orionids and Draconids Meteor Showers in October 2021
September 01, 2021 10:28 AM
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How to Witness the Rare Polar Solar Eclipse
Natural Wonders
How to Witness the Rare Polar Solar Eclipse
June 14, 2021 03:22 PM
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Montana’s Medicine Rocks State Park Is Now a Dark Sky Sanctuary
Natural Wonders
Montana’s Medicine Rocks State Park Is Now a Dark Sky Sanctuary
January 05, 2021 05:07 PM
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This Italian Valley Has Just Been Awarded a Top Stargazing Award
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This Italian Valley Has Just Been Awarded a Top Stargazing Award
September 18, 2020 03:02 PM
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Tim Chester
Venice, Dolphins, and Northern Lights: Live Webcams for Virtual Travel
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Venice, Dolphins, and Northern Lights: Live Webcams for Virtual Travel
March 20, 2020 11:43 AM
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Jake Emen
This Pacific Island Just Became the World’s First Dark Sky Nation
Tips + News
This Pacific Island Just Became the World’s First Dark Sky Nation
March 10, 2020 05:42 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
There’s a New Type of Aurora to Look for on Your Next Northern Lights Trip
Natural Wonders
There’s a New Type of Aurora to Look for on Your Next Northern Lights Trip
January 31, 2020 08:56 PM
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You Can Soon Watch the Northern Lights From a Hot Air Balloon
Natural Wonders
You Can Soon Watch the Northern Lights From a Hot Air Balloon
January 22, 2020 07:24 PM
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Arizona’s Dark Skies: Where to Find Them and How to Enjoy Them
Outdoor Adventure
Arizona’s Dark Skies: Where to Find Them and How to Enjoy Them
January 13, 2020 04:40 PM
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You Won’t Believe This Sale on Flights to See the Northern Lights in Alaska
January 13, 2020 09:35 AM
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Sarah Buder
Rare “Unicorn” Meteor Outburst Could Light up the Sky Tonight
Astrotourism
Rare “Unicorn” Meteor Outburst Could Light up the Sky Tonight
November 21, 2019 03:24 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
eSnowmobiling Under the Northern Lights Is the Adventure You Didn’t Know You Needed
Outdoor Adventure
eSnowmobiling Under the Northern Lights Is the Adventure You Didn’t Know You Needed
November 15, 2019 08:41 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Beyond the Northern Lights: Stepping Into Finland’s Evolving Sámi Culture
History + Culture
Beyond the Northern Lights: Stepping Into Finland’s Evolving Sámi Culture
September 03, 2019 07:30 PM
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Futuristic Airbnbs That Look Like They Belong in Outer Space
Hotels
Futuristic Airbnbs That Look Like They Belong in Outer Space
July 19, 2019 03:20 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Nevada’s Summer Stargazing Train Offers Views That Are out of This World
Epic Trips
Nevada’s Summer Stargazing Train Offers Views That Are out of This World
July 05, 2019 04:42 PM
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The Grand Canyon Is the Newest Dark Sky Park in the United States
National Parks
The Grand Canyon Is the Newest Dark Sky Park in the United States
June 07, 2019 06:46 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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