Astrotourism

Apr 21, 2022 • 2 min read

The peak of the Lyrid meteor shower is expected to occur in the early hours of April 22.

May 25, 2021 • 2 min read

A "super flower blood moon", or as astronomers call it, a "total lunar eclipse" will be visible in some parts of the world on Wednesday.

Feb 19, 2021 • 2 min read

The installation created by artist Luke Jerram marks the recent arrival of NASA's Perseverance rover on the red planet.

Jan 8, 2021 • 2 min read

They were taken taken by the astronauts who lived and worked aboard the International Space Station during 2020.

Sep 9, 2020 • 2 min read

Geologists have discovered the scars of a massive 100 million-year-old meteorite crater deep in the ground of the outback of Western Australia.

Sep 9, 2020 • 2 min read

Deep in the remote, wolf-filled forests of the Perm region of Russia is evidence of one of the most important moments in the 1960s Space Race.

Jul 29, 2020 • 2 min read

Space tourism has taken another leap forward as Virgin Galactic unveiled the design for the passenger cabin of the SpaceShipTwo, the world's first…

Jun 25, 2020 • 2 min read

Space Perspective is aiming to launch its first test flight early next year.

Jun 18, 2020 • 2 min read

On 21 June, parts of Africa, Asia, the Pacific, and the Indian Ocean will be able to see a solar eclipse.

Jun 13, 2020 • 1 min read

NASA is looking for volunteers to test out how humans fare in isolation, so if you felt pretty okay after the lockdown you might be a perfect fit.

Apr 10, 2020 • 1 min read

The supermoon shone over the world this week, admired by people who find themselves in lockdown around the world.

Apr 2, 2020 • 2 min read

An impending lunar event on 7/8 April promises to deliver a dramatic moon that can be admired from home.

Mar 26, 2020 • 2 min read

NASA is recruiting talented men and women from diverse backgrounds and every walk of life for its Artemis space program.

Mar 5, 2020 • 2 min read

Philippe Starck has designed the interiors for what will be the first private homes in space.

Mar 3, 2020 • 2 min read

The super worm moon will occur on 9 March at 17.48pm Universal Time and should be visible throughout the entire evening.

Mar 2, 2020 • 2 min read

Future astronauts can shell out the big bucks to be first in line when Virgin Galactic reopens its virtual ticket window.

Feb 20, 2020 • 1 min read

One of the most visionary films of the past 50 years is getting the royal treatment with a comprehensive new exhibition at the Museum of the Moving Image in…

Feb 6, 2020 • 2 min read

If you're a fan of dramatic lunar events, this is the week to look up to the sky to see the 'super snow moon.'

Jan 9, 2020 • 2 min read

Humans might not be capable of making the journey to Mars just yet, but a Mars-like village could soon be landing in the Mojave Desert – and if all goes…

Jan 9, 2020 • 2 min read

NASA has released time-lapse footage of Earth's changing glaciers over a 48-year period.

Dec 30, 2019 • 1 min read

If you’re hoping to start the new year than with a bit of stargazing, and the annual Quadrantid meteor shower could help make the most of it. 

Dec 17, 2019 • 1 min read

If you dream of exploring Mars, then the Design Museum of London might have the perfect opportunity for you to spend a night on the Red Planet (sort of).