2025’s Travel Trend Keeping People Up All Night—The BEST ‘Noctourism’ Starts in Arizona!
Travelers are chasing the night sky, flocking to remote destinations for rare celestial events, guided stargazing, and breathtaking cosmic views. 🌐 #News #TucsonAZ #Arizona #Travel
TUCSON, AZ – Travelers are embracing the night like never before, fueling the rise of “noctourism.” And the best location to start? Right here in Arizona! From witnessing dazzling auroras to marveling at rare planetary alignments, the demand for dark-sky experiences is skyrocketing.
Booking.com reports that 62% of travelers are considering destinations with minimal light pollution this year, seeking unforgettable celestial sights. Activities such as starbathing, guided constellation tours, and tracking cosmic events have surged in popularity. With a rare “Planet Parade” set to peak on February 28, luxury hotels and resorts worldwide are curating special experiences to capitalize on the craze.
Luxury Hotels Catering to Noctourists
IHG Hotels & Resorts is stepping up to meet demand, offering guests premium astronomy-focused experiences at select properties. Many of these locations are strategically placed far from city lights, providing pristine night skies for stargazing.
voco Tuxon (Arizona) – Located in Tucson, a renowned dark-sky destination, this hotel provides astronomer-guided telescope sessions, allowing guests to explore the cosmos up close.
Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa (Florida) – This beachfront escape offers a “stargazing on the sea” package, featuring a boat ride along the Indian River, expert-led skywatching, and a gourmet picnic.
InterContinental Hayman Island Great Barrier Reef (Australia) – Partnering with Yooribaya Cultural Experiences, this resort immerses visitors in Indigenous sky lore while offering breathtaking stargazing opportunities.
voco Jim Corbett (India) – Nestled in Uttarakhand’s wilderness, this resort collaborates with Astrostops to offer on-site telescope viewing and guided cosmic experiences.
Top Dark-Sky Destinations for Travelers
For those seeking awe-inspiring night skies, several hotels are ideally located near renowned dark-sky parks and natural wonders:
EVEN Bozeman (Montana) – Just outside Yellowstone National Park, this hotel offers easy access to one of America’s best stargazing spots.
voco Moab (Utah) – Visitors can take in the celestial beauty of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, both famed for their stunning nightscapes.
Holiday Inn Express Twentynine Palms (California) – A stone’s throw from Joshua Tree National Park, this hotel sits near one of the world’s most celebrated dark-sky reserves. A recent geomagnetic storm even made the northern lights visible here.
ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort (Japan) – Situated in the Ishigaki Islands, this luxury resort provides unparalleled celestial views at the southern tip of Japan’s Okinawa region.
Unforgettable Adventures After Dark!
With noctourism booming, travelers have more opportunities than ever to experience the wonders of the night sky. Whether watching planets align over the ocean or tracing ancient constellations in the desert, these destinations promise unforgettable adventures after dark. Happy travels!
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