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Solar eclipse travel tips
Spirit in the sky
Stef Studley from our supplier Regent Travel details one of Nature's most atmospheric experiences in her solar eclipse travel tips: “Witnessing a total solar eclipse is something many people never get to see. It’s a moment where you truly feel the scope of the universe and your place in it. As the moon aligns with the sun it feels as if the world is holding its breath – the cicadas and birds stop their chirruping and an ephemeral hush seems to fall like a blanket over the earth. As the moon’s shadow passes and the sun reappears it’s as if someone has pressed a switch and the world comes back to life – you will remember the experience forever.”
Taking a look around
Stef Studley from our supplier Regent Travel stresses the joys of getting an all-round holiday experience in her solar eclipse travel tips: “Going to a new destination to witness the solar eclipse is an incredible experience, but make sure you appreciate where you are going as well. Whilst the total eclipse might last just a few minutes (and might even be obscured by the weather) the country you are visiting will have any number of other reasons to visit. So take time to absorb other aspects of the country.”
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Tips from our travellers
At Responsible Travel, we think the best people to advise our travellers are often... other travellers. They always return from our tours with packing tips, weather reports, ideas about what to do - and opinions about what not to.
We have selected some of the most useful solar eclipse travel tips that our guests have provided over the years to help you make the very most of your holiday - and the space inside your suitcase.
We have selected some of the most useful solar eclipse travel tips that our guests have provided over the years to help you make the very most of your holiday - and the space inside your suitcase.
Don't worry if you don't see the northern lights as there are so many other enjoyable
experiences.
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- Jan McGourty
“If looking for Northern Lights do not rely on the alert system by mobile phone. One night we saw the lights but had no forecast and no alert. Dress in all the gear you are given, go outside about 10:30 pm and wait, maybe take a gentle walk to keep warm while staying focused on the north. We saw them 3 nights out of 6, despite a full moon. If trying to photograph them, read up how to do so before you go. We used a tripod and a cable release to prevent shaking the camera and it is best if you are able to hold the shutter open to maximise your chance of 'catching the lights'.”
- Rowena Schofield
“Use spare time to cram in as much other stuff as you can.” - Tony van der Bovencamp
“Stay a few days extra.” - Doreen Kelly
“Stay as long as you can. Be interested in what the guides can teach you - if you are willing to ask they know so much about everything it is fascinating.” - Kathy Agashi
“Use spare time to cram in as much other stuff as you can.” - Tony van der Bovencamp
“Stay a few days extra.” - Doreen Kelly
“Stay as long as you can. Be interested in what the guides can teach you - if you are willing to ask they know so much about everything it is fascinating.” - Kathy Agashi
Talking to local people about their lives was one of the most fascinating aspects of this holiday.![]()
- Joanna Rothon
More Solar eclipse articles
Find out when and where to see a solar eclipse, as well as how to view it safely.
Read on to plan your solar eclipse holidays several years in advance.
Luxor in Egypt will experience six minutes and 23 seconds of totality – the longest anywhere.
Tangier will be even more international than usual as eclipse-watchers descend.
Tunisia is one of the best spots to view this amazing astral event. Find out why.
All the science bits to help you learn what solar eclipses are, why they're rare, and the different types.
A regularly updated page outlining where, and when, the next few solar eclipses will take place.
Astronomy holiday ideas take travellers beyond the solar eclipse to shed light on new destinations.
Responsible solar eclipse holidays explore the Earth as well as the heavens.
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