Natural Wonders

Milky Way and meteors in Zion National Park, Utah.
Astrotourism
Here’s When the Next Meteor Showers Will Light Up the Sky
January 10, 2024 10:52 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Greenhouses at Kew Gardens botanical gardens in England taken from the treetop walk with green trees near white building during daytime.
Natural Wonders
The Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens in the World
January 03, 2024 08:58 AM
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James Oliver Cury
High Peaks Resort puts guests within reach of kayaking, hiking, paddle boarding, and more.
Hotels
The 8 Hotels in North America to Book for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
November 20, 2023 07:52 PM
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Stephanie Vermillion
8 Beautiful Waterfalls Around the World You Can Visit
Natural Wonders
9 Waterfalls So Beautiful They’re Worth Traveling For
September 29, 2023 07:59 AM
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Deb Hopewell
A harvest moon rising over Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas
Natural Wonders
How to Get the Best View of the 2024 Total Eclipse in Texas
September 26, 2023 10:54 AM
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Mae Hamilton
Sand dunes and a beautiful coastline in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland.
Natural Wonders
13 of the Most Remote Places on Earth That Are Worth the Journey
September 21, 2023 10:38 AM
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Sara Button
Autumn Aurora: Where to See the Northern Lights in the Fall
Natural Wonders
Where to Go to See Northern Lights in Autumn
September 20, 2023 04:40 PM
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Terry Ward
The aurora borealis could be visible in the Lower 48 through September 30 through October 3.
Natural Wonders
The Northern Lights Could Appear in Lower 48 Tonight
September 18, 2023 06:59 PM
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Bailey Berg
10 Best Stargazing Destinations in the World
Astrotourism
15 Best Stargazing Destinations in the World
August 18, 2023 02:00 PM
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Nile Cappello
The Best Meteor Shower of the Year Peaks This Weekend
Natural Wonders
The Perseid Meteor Shower Will Peak Tomorrow—Here’s How to See It
August 11, 2023 04:24 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Visitors can enjoy a leisurely, scenic drive or embark on an outdoor adventure among the fall foliage in New River Gorge.
Natural Wonders
The 18 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in the U.S.
August 06, 2023 09:30 AM
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AFAR Editors
Glass cabin in New Zealand with Milky Way Galaxy overhead at night.
Hotels
The 11 Best Airbnbs for Stargazing Come With Glass Roofs, Telescopes, and More
July 28, 2023 04:12 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Open Sky in Utah is just a 20-minute drive from the entrance to Zion National Park.
Hotels
These Are the 7 Best Hotels for Watching the Perseid Meteor Shower—and You Can Still Book Them
July 27, 2023 08:04 AM
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Stephanie Vermillion
Annular Solar Eclipse through Clouds, Singapore, December 2019
National Parks
A “Ring of Fire” Eclipse Is Coming This Fall: Here’s Where to See It
June 21, 2023 08:20 PM
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Sarah Kuta
Cherry blossoms in Central Park, New York City.
Trending News
New York’s Central Park Has a New Cherry Blossom Tracker—and It’s Showing an Early Bloom
March 14, 2023 03:49 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
A commercial plane surrounded by northern lights
Natural Wonders
How to See the Northern Lights When You Fly
February 01, 2023 02:13 PM
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Bailey Berg
The World’s Best Places to See the Northern Lights
Epic Trips
The World’s Best Places to See the Northern Lights
January 27, 2023 08:23 PM
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Sarah Buder
Person looks through a telescope at sunset
Trending News
You Can See a Green Comet in the Northern Hemisphere on February 1, 2023
January 27, 2023 12:17 PM
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Vermillion Cliffs
Outdoor Adventure
7 Ways Northern Arizona is an Epic Getaway for Natural History Fans
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northern lights reflect on the water
Expedition Cruises
5 Cruises Where You Can See the Northern Lights
October 31, 2022 05:32 PM
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Bailey Berg
A cruise ship parked in arctic ice with people walking around it.
Expedition Cruises
9 Things to Know Before Going on an Arctic Cruise
October 26, 2022 10:57 AM
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Bailey Berg
Why Madeira Is a Fantastic Long Getaway for Nature (and Food) Lovers
Natural Wonders
Why Madeira Is a Fantastic Long Getaway for Nature (and Food) Lovers
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Is There Such a Thing as Ethical Animal Tourism?
Natural Wonders
Is There Such a Thing as Ethical Animal Tourism?
May 25, 2022 12:45 PM
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Lenora Todaro
The 10 Best Places in the U.S. to See Wildlife
Natural Wonders
The 10 Best Places in the U.S. to See Wildlife
May 21, 2022 11:33 AM
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AFAR Editors
Everything You Need to Know About Wildlife Corridors—and Where to See Them
Natural Wonders
Everything You Need to Know About Wildlife Corridors—and Where to See Them
May 18, 2022 05:38 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
The Great Nebraska Migration of Sandhill Cranes and the Birders Who Love Them
Natural Wonders
The Great Nebraska Migration of Sandhill Cranes and the Birders Who Love Them
May 17, 2022 02:28 PM
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Alexandra Marvar
Why Scotland Holds the Keys to Deeply Rewarding Travel
Natural Wonders
Why Scotland Holds the Keys to Deeply Rewarding Travel
May 11, 2022 03:22 PM
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Sponsored by Visit Scotland
5 Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit on Your Next Trip to Thailand
Outdoor Adventure
5 Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit on Your Next Trip to Thailand
April 25, 2022 03:20 PM
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Mae Hamilton
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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Bailey Berg
Japan’s Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom
Natural Wonders
Japan’s Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom
March 31, 2022 02:58 PM
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Mari Yamaguchi
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