Here’s everything you need to know to see the aurora borealis in real life, including where to go—and when. The Northern Lights are among nature’s …
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The Best Places To See the Northern Lights and Other Nighttime Natural Wonders
The aurora borealis (otherwise known as the northern lights) is a natural phenomenon that sees the skies of northern climes painted with undulating ribbons of emerald, fuchsia, and violet each winter. They'll be easier to see in the coming years, especially as we get closer to solar maximum (more on that below). But the solar show isn't the only reason to look skyward. There are celestial wonders to see year-round. Here's how to see some of the most incredible stellar sights from planet Earth.
EXPERIENCING The Northern Lights
Time to learn the term “solar maximum” and book that aurora borealis trip. Cold, clear nights in our northernmost climes are when you’re most likely …
To see the aurora, travelers need to be far north, away from light pollution, and have unobstructed views of the sky. Here are some cruises that can …
Visitors can catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights in Alaska between September and April. Here is where (and how) to view them in the 49th …
Being above the clouds and away from light pollution could make it easier to see one of nature’s most incredible phenomena. Travel writer Kelly Lewis …
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