Star Tripping

Thrillist is looking to the night sky in 2024. Here’s where and how to stargaze and catch this year’s total solar eclipse in destinations around the U.S.

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Weather forecasting, while critical to modern life, has never struck me as a particularly cool job.

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Don't tell me I didn't warn you (because I absolutely did), but last night, the northern lights gave most of the US quite the celestial show.

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My fellow space enthusiasts, you better brace yourselves: Tonight could be one for the books in terms of northern lights sightings, because the gorgeous phenomenon may be visible from almost every state in the US.

The Northern Lights Could Be Visible from Almost Every State Tonight

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Aurora chasers and northern lights enthusiasts, you'd better listen up.

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If you’re hiking on Beaver Island, Michigan, and happen upon a telescope wrapped in a tarp, look around for a note.

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Close your eyes and get ready to make 100 or more wishes—or actually, you'd better keep your eyes open for this one!

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Advising someone to go "see stars" might be the newest version of encouraging them to "touch grass"—albeit in a more caring way.

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The much-anticipated celestial show of the year is far behind us.

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It was only a matter of time before the worlds of astrology and travel made like two different planets and perfectly aligned, one engaging the energy of the other.

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Let's face it—once May comes around (and that's going to happen in less than a couple of weeks), it's basically summer.

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If the recent total solar eclipse has turned you into a fair-weather astronomy fan, you’re in luck.

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This is one of my final PSAs that in just a few days, on April 8 2024, the total solar eclipse will be visible in all its majesty from a slew of states across the US, as well as some parts of Mexico and Canada.

A Space Weather Forecaster Tells Us How to Aurora Chase

There are a few important things you should keep in mind.

Didn't Catch the Northern Lights This Week? Here's What You Missed

The aurora borealis was visible from most of the US last night.

The Northern Lights Could Be Visible from Almost Every State Tonight

A strong geomagnetic storm is expected to hit on October 10.

The World's Most Affordable Places to See the Northern Lights

You don't have to break the bank to marvel at nature.

Michigan’s Darkest Skies Are Above Beaver Island

Recently designated an International Dark Sky Sanctuary, this remote island will even provide free telescopes.

The Best Meteor Shower of the Year Is Peaking This Weekend

Expect an average of 100 meteors per hour during the Perseids's peak.

The Northern Lights May Be Visible from These States This Weekend

A forecasted moderate geomagnetic storm is making this possible.

The Top Cruises and Tours to Book for the 2026 Solar Eclipse

A number of travel organizations are now accepting reservations for the next big eclipse.

How to Use Astrology to Plan Your Next Vacation, According to an Astrocartographer

Astrocartography is a growing travel trend, so we asked astrologer Lauren Ash to break it down for us.

You've Probably Never Heard of the Top Stargazing Towns in the U.S.

The state of Arizona dominated a new ranking of the best destinations for celestial happenings.

The Coolest Stargazing Experiences You Can Have Across the U.S.

Trains, hikes, hotels, and even martinis—with a side of stargazing.

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All the resources you need to avoid missing out on the celestial event of the year.