2012 Eclipse Holidays
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The following illustrations of Eclipse holiday experiences are simply an example of the many Astronomy holiday experiences we can arrange for you throughout the world.
If you prefer to travel independently rather than as a small escorted group, our experienced travel consultants will be delighted to tailor make you a holiday to your exact requirements.
You may also be interested in our Northern Lights Astronomy Voyage.
Introduction
Seeing any type of eclipse is incredible, and Mother Nature never fails to disappoint with her awesome wonder of this naturally-occuring phenomenon.
The look of a ring of sunlight around the solar disc is known as an annular eclipse, and a total solar eclipse creates total darkness across the earth. Both types of eclipse are spectcaular, and Medway Travel are pleased to arrange eclipse holidays in the best viewing positions in the world.
Together with our specialist supplier, who have been chasing eclipses for over 10 years, we take into consideration the local cloud cover statistic, and locate a great viewing spot, which we then incorporate within an educational holiday, exploring the country or region you are visiting.
Our next eclipse viewing holidays are both in 2012. The first will provide the opportunity to view the Annular Eclipse in May 2012 in the USA, which will certainly be spectacular. Then, the next total Solar Eclipse will occur on the 14th of November 2012, in Australia.
Both holidays are accompanied by an expert astronomer, who will provide you with comprehensive information about the eclipse and observatories visited.
Please read on for further details of our USA and Australia Eclipse Holidays.
USA Annular Eclipse - May 2012
Discovering some of the most spectacular landscapes in the western United States, this comprehensive trip is perfect for lovers of astronomy.
An expert astronomer will join you on your adventure, as you watch the annular eclipse in wonder from the spectacular Monument Valley and visit astronomical sites such as NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the world famous Lowell Observatory and Meteor Crater.
You will also take in the natural highlights of this remarkable area – from the heights of the sheer rock faces of Zion to the depths of the Grand Canyon and the deep blue of Lake Powell against the blood red rock.
Holiday highlights include...
Los Angeles - Explore the ‘City of Angels’ and visit the Griffith Observatory.
Pasadena - Visit the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the hub for all NASA’s unmanned space probes.
Arizona Desert - Visit the world renowned Kitt Peak National Observatory and experience the Mount Lemmon ‘Sky Nights’ programme.
Flagstaff - The historic Lowell Observatory and the remarkable Meteor Crater.
National Parks - Hiking and star gazing in Bryce, Zion and the Grand Canyon.
Monument Valley - Incredible landscapes, Navajo culture and the solar eclipse.
Expert Guides - Talks from expert astronomer, Andy Green.
This 14 day holiday departs on the 12th of May 2012, with a guide price of £2,597 per person inclusive of flights from the UK.
For full details, please contact our team of experienced travel consultants, who will be delighted to assist you in arranging your holiday to the Annular Eclipse in the USA.
To learn more about the two solar eclipses taking place this year, please visit Nasa's website by clicking here.
Australia Total Solar Eclipse - November 2012
Journeying through the wonder Australia’s East Coast, this educational holiday comes highly recommended for lovers of astronomy.
Accompanied by an expert astronomer, you will watch the total eclipse in wonder from Port Douglas and visit astronomical sites such as Parkes Observatory and the Australian Astronomical Observatory. You will also take in the natural highlights of this remarkable area including the Great Barrier Reef and the Blue Mountains as well as discovering the cosmopolitan city of Sydney and enjoying a wine tour in Hunter Valley.
Highlights of the holiday include...
Sydney - Enjoy a cruise around Sydney’s famous harbour. Free time to explore one of Australia’s most dynamic and historic cities.
Blue Mountains - Incredible landscapes, native wildlife and the steepest incline railway in the world.
World famous observatories - Visit the Parkes Observatory and the Australian Astronomical Observatory at Siding Spring.
Hunter Valley - A tasting tour around Australia’s premier wine growing region.
Port Douglas - View the Great Barrier Reef and the Solar Eclipse.
Expert Guides - Talks and lectures from our expert astronomers.
This 13 day holiday departs on the 02nd of November 2012, with a guide price of £4,136 per person inclusive of flights from the UK.
For full itinerary details, please contact our team of experienced travel consultants, who will be delighted to assist you in arranging your holiday to Australia for the Total Solar Eclipse.
To learn more about the two solar eclipses taking place this year, please visit Nasa's website by clicking here.
