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In a rare and spectacular event, a total solar eclipse will be visible in Mexico, the U.S., and Canada on April 8, 2024. The path of totality stretches through Mexico, Texas, and 13 other U.S. states before reaching Canada, making last-minute travel plans inevitable. This event is expected to be the most watched ever, with an estimated 50 million people eager to catch a glimpse of the sun’s corona. To witness this extraordinary sight, you must be within the 1115-mile wide path of totality.
The savvy eclipse-chaser knows that planning well in advance is essential, as many trips to view this special event are already fully booked. However, there are still some packages and accommodation options available:
1. Torreón, Mexico with Astro Trails: Astro Trails, a highly experienced eclipse tour operator, offers several tours of Mexico that converge in Torreón, Coahuila. These trips range from a basic seven-day package that includes Mexico City and Mazatlán (starting from $2,245) to a 15-day tour that explores the Yucatan Peninsula (starting from $3,245). Torreón itself is the main attraction, boasting the highest chance of clear skies and the longest duration of totality. The observation site is located on the campus of The Regional University Unit for Arid Zones of the Chapingo Autonomous University. Here, totality will last a remarkable 4 minutes and 27.8 seconds.
2. Commodore Perry Estate, Texas with Black Tomato: Eclipse-chasing is a fantastic way to explore the world while adding meaning to your journey. Black Tomato, a UK-based travel company, offers bespoke eclipse travel packages that include the Texas: Ranches and Rock’n’Roll itinerary ($16,000/£12,500). This road trip through Texas features stops in Dallas, a two-night stay at the Wildcatter Ranch for a taste of cowboy living, and a three-night stay at the elegant Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection. The estate, a magnificent 1920s Italianate Mansion, is nestled within vast landscaped gardens that will experience totality for 1 minute and 55 seconds on April 8.
3. Mazatlán, Mexico with Sirius Travel: Since 1999, Sirius Travel has been taking customers to witness solar eclipses. They offer a short trip to Mazatlán, Mexico, on the Pacific Ocean (April 6-10, 2024, starting from $2,150), where totality will last for an impressive 4 minutes and 16 seconds. Accommodation is provided in two beachfront resorts, and there are opportunities to explore the clear waters off the coast through activities like snorkeling on a catamaran.
4. Hotel Vin and Blackland Distillery, Texas: Hotel Vin, Autograph Collection, located in Grapevine near Fort Worth, Texas, offers a unique experience for eclipse enthusiasts. During the weekend of April 5, the hotel will host a series of events, including a bourbon-pairing dinner, a black glass wine tasting, a wine deprivation dinner, and an eclipse viewing party on April 8. Guests can indulge in a limited-edition Eclipse Bourbon from Blackland Distillery, while experiencing totality for 2 minutes and 44 seconds. Room bookings are available starting from $2,664.
5. Eclipse Over Texas: Live from Waco with Lowell Observatory: The Discovery Channel will broadcast the eclipse live from this exclusive observing-only event in Waco, Texas. Organized by Arizona’s Lowell Observatory, the Discovery Network, and Baylor University, this event at McLane Stadium offers a wide range of activities, including food trucks, science talks, telescopes, free solar eclipse glasses, and guided eclipse viewing by expert solar astronomers. The city of Waco will also host concerts, stargazing tours, 5K runs, and laser shows. This observation site will experience totality for 4 minutes and 13 seconds. Tickets are priced at $20, and participants must arrange their own accommodation.
6. Astronomy in the Southwest US with Astro Trails: Astronomy enthusiasts will be thrilled by this nine-day add-on tour ($3,175) that complements a seven-day tour of Mexico ($2,245) with eclipse-viewing in Torreón or a seven-day tour of Texas (starting from $1,525) with eclipse-viewing in Waco. The tour of the Southwest US will include visits to astronomical highlights such as the Very Large Array, Meteor Crater, Grand Canyon, and Kitt Peak National Observatory. A highlight of the tour is the opportunity to visit Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, where guests can use telescopes and engage with the staff who have recently organized a major eclipse-viewing event in Waco, Texas.
Please note that I am the editor of WhenIsTheNextEclipse.com and the author of “The Complete Guide To The Great North American Eclipse of April 8, 2024.” I wish you clear skies and unforgettable experiences.
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