AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarWhere to go in October based on your sun signverified_publisherLonely Planet - Danielle DorseyCapricorn season arrives on the same day as the winter solstice (summer solstice for those in the southern hemisphere), granting us the motivation and self-belief to close out the decade with as much gusto as possible. Symbolized by the mythical sea goat, a fantastical animal capable of plunging to …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarNight sky Britain: aurora-spotting and stargazing in England, Scotland and Wales - Lonely Planetverified_publisherLonely Planet - Megan EavesOK, yes, it can be rainy. And cloudy. And a little cold. But when you get a clear night in Britain, the evening sky is as wondrous as anywhere. For one thing, when all that rain moves off, you are left with remarkably crystalline skies with low levels of air pollution. The high northern latitude …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarOtherworldly adventures for aspiring astronautsverified_publisherLonely Planet - Tamara ShewardWhen you’re a kid smitten with the solar system, gravity sucks – all those planets to explore and no way to get there! To mark the 50th anniversary of the moon landings, here are some of the best out-of-this-world adventures – right here on Earth – for kids captivated by the cosmos. No jetpack …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarHere's why stargazers should consider a trip to New Zealand this yearverified_publisherLonely Planet - Tasmin WabyWith the 50th anniversary of the moon landing coming up on 20 July 2019 the world’s attention will be turning skywards this summer. But did you know one of the best places in the world to gaze at the universe above is New Zealand with a host of unique star-gazing experiences? First, Lake Tekapo is …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarAstrological adventures: where to travel based on your zodiac signverified_publisherLonely Planet - Megan EavesAdventurous Aries? Voyaging Virgo? Globetrotting Gemini? Whether you find western astrology to be just a bit of fun or something more serious, it can be amusing to see what the planets say about your personality. In turn, you might just find that your astrological placements provide a useful gauge …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarTake a night train on a stargazing adventure in Nevadaverified_publisherLonely Planetnational parks Jan 3, 2024 • 8 min read national parks Jan 2, 2024 • 10 min read Jan 2, 2024 • 6 min read destination practicalities Jan 2, 2024 • 5 min read Jan 2, 2024 • 8 min read tips and advice Jan 2, 2024 • 12 min read Jan 2, 2024 • 7 min read sustainable travel Jan 2, 2024 • 11 min read tips and …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarWhich US Dark Sky Park is right for you?verified_publisherLonely Planet - Valerie StimacThere are few sights as awe-inspiring as the night sky, with the cloudy band of the Milky Way and the planets shining overhead. While most people travel for daytime sightseeing or adventure experiences, there are plenty of reasons to plan extra time into your vacation to enjoy stargazing in the USA. …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarTravel trends for 2019: dark skies - Lonely Planetverified_publisherLonely Planet - Megan EavesAs Earth grows ever more populous and cities expand, opportunities for humanity to look up at the rest of the universe decrease. Across the planet, travellers are now seeking out the world’s last-remaining dark skies where they can get a clear, unpolluted view of the stars. The twinkling span of the …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarCelestial wonders of South America - Lonely Planetverified_publisherLonely Planet - Regis St. LouisFamed for its tropical rainforests, soaring mountain peaks and palm-fringed beaches, South America has a dazzling array of natural treasures. Yet the wonders of this vast continent continue after dusk, with sun-bleached deserts, remote equatorial islands and otherworldly salt flats providing a …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarStellar views: stargazing in the Southwest USAverified_publisherLonely Planet - Megan EavesThe deserts and wide open spaces of the Southwest USA are among the darkest places in America and offer some of the country's best possibilities for seeing the Milky Way in all its glory. The arid climate is reliably clear in this part of the world, so the sky is mercifully cloud-free most nights, …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarArches National Park is now an International Dark Sky Parkverified_publisherLonely Planetfestivals and events Jan 3, 2024 • 5 min read air travel Jan 3, 2024 • 17 min read wildlife and nature Jan 3, 2024 • 6 min read national parks Jan 3, 2024 • 8 min read national parks Jan 2, 2024 • 10 min read Jan 2, 2024 • 6 min read destination practicalities Jan 2, 2024 • 5 min read Jan 2, 2024 • 8 min …
AvatarLonely PlanetAvatarAvatarChasing the Northern Lights in Norwayverified_publisherLonely Planet - Anthony HamFew natural phenomena have the power to beguile quite like the aurora borealis and no-one ever forgets their first experience of watching what could just be the greatest show on earth. What’s it Like? As elusive as they are mysterious, these shape-shifters of the Arctic night sky quickly take on the …