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Camper van parked in a field beneath a starry night sky and Milky Way.

DarkSky International’s Principles of Responsible Astrotourism

News

While tourism can bring many benefits, such as supporting and growing local economies, it can also inflict significant harm. …

October 8, 2024

DarkSky International releases guiding principles for responsible astrotourism

Press release

Ensuring dark sky experiences benefit communities, honor local knowledge and lifeways, and prioritize the protection of the nighttime environment.

October 8, 2024

Group of friends around a campfire under a starry sky.

Camping Responsibly to Preserve Nature’s Beauty

Inspiration

Imagine listening to the gentle rustle of leaves, breathing in crisp mountain air, and gazing at star-filled skies untouched …

August 21, 2024

A pile of crayons on top of coloring pages.

Coloring Pages for Summer Travel

Inspiration

It’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere and families are hitting the road on exciting long-distance adventures! We at DarkSky …

July 15, 2024

A tent cabin at night, glowing slightly with yellow light, while the stars shine above.

DarkSky Approved Lodging guidelines

What we do

DarkSky Approved Lodging complements the Dark Sky Places program by recognizing overnight accommodations where the Milky Way is visible.

September 11, 2024