Would you travel to get a better view of the universe? While most live amid light pollution, many take vacations in rural destinations. Bingo: celestial splendor.
In addition, increasing numbers of nature enthusiasts journey to far-flung places for celestial events like aurorae and total eclipses. The growing astro-tour industry is therefore long overdue as a topic for this page. And you may enjoy hearing the "inside story," even if the subject is self-serving.
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