On April 8th, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be darkening parts of the United States. If you’re searching for a truly unique experience, you’re going to want to catch this rare celestial occurrence in person, as the next solar eclipse won’t be until 2045! Now, the question you’re probably asking is, “where can I stay with Sundance Vacations for the best views?” We’re here with an answer.
What is a Solar Eclipse?
So, what is a solar eclipse and why is it so rare? Well, a lot of things have to (literally) line up perfectly for this astronomical phenomenon to occur. To put it simply, a solar eclipse occurs when the moon phases between the sun and the earth at just the right moment, which causes the moon to block the sun’s light.
How can I Prepare for the Upcoming Eclipse?
The best way to view the upcoming eclipse is through eclipse glasses or telescopes and binoculars with solar filters. Solar filters block out harmful solar radiation and intense sunlight to protect the viewer’s eyesight. Proper eclipse equipment like Celestron EclipSmart kits, telescopes, and binoculars and can be purchased online through retailers like Best Buy, Amazon, and Target. When pursuing the web for eclipse-viewing gear, it’s important to make sure that your equipment complies with the ISO 12312-2 international standard. No matter how dark the lenses are, normal sunglasses are not a proper substitute to eclipse glasses and can severely damage your eyesight.
Where can I Stay with Sundance Vacations for Optimal Viewing?
Pack your bags and prepare for an unforgettable week in the Pocono Mountains. From our locations in the Poconos, you’ll be able to spot a deep partial with a magnitude of 93.7%, where only a sliver of the sun will be visible—like a thin crescent moon. The eclipse is estimated to begin around 2:00 PM and your chance to spot the marvel at peak coverage will last for a maximum of three minutes and 41 seconds. When travelling to the Poconos with Sundance Vacations, you have three fantastic, highly-rated resorts to choose from—Woodfield Manor, Snow Ridge Village, or Split Rock Resort.
Though you can simply step outside your resort during the time of the eclipse, special tours and events are happening in and around the Pocono Mountains to amplify your viewing experience! Grey Towers NHS is offering ticketed public tours of the museum at 11 AM and 1 PM. Ticket sales will begin in person on April 8, 2024, at 10:30 AM in the Visitor Center located in the Historic Letterbox. When joining the tour, visitors will be in a 93% totality zone! Lehigh Gorge Scenic Train Excursions and Pocono Historic Trolley Tours are also running through the day. Imagine not only soaking up the spring sights of the Poconos while traveling through the valley, but also peering out your window to see a sudden, short burst of darkness! Not many people can say that they’ve experienced that, so why not be the first among your friends and family?
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