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travel1 month ago•46 min saved

Cosmic-chic escapes: luxury glamping spots for starry-eyed travelers

A surge in astrotourism is fueling luxe night-sky escapes across North America, with seven standout retreats—from Green Haus at Paws Up Montana to Death Valley House and Compass Rose Lodge in Utah—featuring telescope-equipped cabins, skylights or retractable roofs, and light-pollution protections. These luxury stays, including Clear Sky Resorts’ 62 Sky Domes and an on-site observatory at The Lodge at Primland, cater to both casual skywatchers and avid astronomers, aligning with rising traveler interest in stargazing as a premium experience.

via Yahoo|

#astrotourism #dark-sky #glamping

travel-and-tourism7 months ago•8 min saved

New Brunswick's Bold Plan for the World's Densest Dark-Sky Corridor

New Brunswick is developing the Fundy Dark-Sky Corridor, a dense cluster of dark-sky reserves along the Bay of Fundy, to promote astrotourism with accessible and remote stargazing sites, aiming to boost local economies and protect dark skies.

via Space|

#astrotourism #bay-of-fundy #dark-sky-corridor

travel1 year ago•9 min saved

"Guide to Viewing the Northern Lights in the U.S."

The recent powerful geomagnetic storm in May brought vibrant northern lights to nearly all 50 U.S. states, including low-latitude areas like Cleveland. This event, driven by an active solar cycle, suggests more aurora displays are likely in the coming years. The article provides a detailed guide on how to track and view the northern lights in the contiguous U.S., including the best apps, experts to follow, and ideal viewing locations.

via Outside|

#astrotourism #aurora-borealis #northern-lights