From Alaska to Finland, these are seven of the best places to see the northern lights. Here's how to plan a trip to see the aurora borealis and where to stay.

The Northern Lights Photographer of the Year competition has announced its 2025 winners. Hosted by travel photography blog Capture the Atlas, this marks the 8th year of the contest and highlights 25 ...

As the 11-year cycle downshifts from solar maximum to solar minimum, the lights will begin to diminish, so the time to plan a trip is now.

As spring approaches, Earth slips into one of the most aurora-friendly positions of the year ...

The aurora borealis has captivated humanity for centuries, painting the night sky with vibrant curtains of green, purple, pink and occasionally red light. These mesmerizing displays occur when charged ...

Nearly two dozen states could catch a glimpse of the northern lights on Nov. 12, one day after the aurora borealis lit up skies across the U.S. But what exactly are the northern lights? And what do ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This ...

This winter is predicted to be a particularly good one for spotting the green-hued celestial clouds in the night skies of the Northern Hemisphere. Here are six unique ways to gaze at the Aurora ...

If you live in the northern U.S., you may not have to travel further than your own backyard to witness this cosmic spectacle Ross Harried/NurPhoto via Getty The northern lights may be visible in parts ...

In a year that's been full of spectacular northern lights, we've got at least one more big night to watch the amazing colors. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting that a ...