{"id":78656,"date":"2024-02-26T22:30:45","date_gmt":"2024-02-26T22:30:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/02\/26\/things-to-do-now-if-you-want-to-watch-the-2024-solar-eclipse-in-april-the-points-guy\/"},"modified":"2024-02-26T22:30:45","modified_gmt":"2024-02-26T22:30:45","slug":"things-to-do-now-if-you-want-to-watch-the-2024-solar-eclipse-in-april-the-points-guy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/02\/26\/things-to-do-now-if-you-want-to-watch-the-2024-solar-eclipse-in-april-the-points-guy\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do now if you want to watch the 2024 solar eclipse in April &#8211; The Points Guy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>On April 8, the moon will pass directly before the sun, darkening the afternoon sky with a rare, total solar eclipse. For those along the path of totality, the solar eclipse will last around four minutes. With so many people clamoring to see this rare celestial spectacle, you&#8217;ll need a plan if you want to be among them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/best-celestial-events-2024\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Solar eclipse, supermoons and meteor showers: These are the 11 celestial events worth traveling for in 2024<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whether you plan to watch the solar eclipse from home, on the road or even from the sky, here are the things you should be doing now to prepare.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"know-what-time-the-solar-eclipse-will-be-in-your-area\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Know what time the solar eclipse will be in your area<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:50%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/02\/eclipse_map_2024_QR_5400.png?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/02\/eclipse_map_2024_QR_5400.png?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/02\/eclipse_map_2024_QR_5400.png?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/02\/eclipse_map_2024_QR_5400.png?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/02\/eclipse_map_2024_QR_5400.png?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/02\/eclipse_map_2024_QR_5400.png?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/02\/eclipse_map_2024_QR_5400.png?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/02\/eclipse_map_2024_QR_5400.png?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/02\/eclipse_map_2024_QR_5400.png?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">2024 solar eclipse map. NASA&#8217;S SCIENTIFIC VISUALIZATION STUDIO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The best place to see the total solar eclipse is along the 115-mile-wide band known as the path of totality. In the U.S., the eclipse path begins in Texas and travels through more than a dozen states. These are the states in order: Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you are not along the path of totality, you may be able to observe a partial eclipse where the moon partially covers the sun. Regardless of where you&#8217;ll be, you must pay close attention to when the eclipse will pass over your area.<\/p>\n<p>NASA maintains a <a href=\"https:\/\/science.nasa.gov\/eclipses\/future-eclipses\/eclipse-2024\/where-when\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">detailed chart with start and end times<\/a> for major cities along the path of totality. If you aren&#8217;t along the path of totality, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/eclipse\/in\/?query=\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Time and Date website has a search function<\/a>. You can enter your location and find details on when the eclipse will be partially visible in your area.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"brush-up-on-solar-eclipse-safety\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Brush up on solar eclipse safety<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.7578125%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Young-man-looking-up-at-solar-eclipse-wearing-paper-protective-glasses-scaled.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Young-man-looking-up-at-solar-eclipse-wearing-paper-protective-glasses-scaled.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Young-man-looking-up-at-solar-eclipse-wearing-paper-protective-glasses-scaled.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Young-man-looking-up-at-solar-eclipse-wearing-paper-protective-glasses-scaled.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Young-man-looking-up-at-solar-eclipse-wearing-paper-protective-glasses-scaled.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Young-man-looking-up-at-solar-eclipse-wearing-paper-protective-glasses-scaled.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Young-man-looking-up-at-solar-eclipse-wearing-paper-protective-glasses-scaled.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Young-man-looking-up-at-solar-eclipse-wearing-paper-protective-glasses-scaled.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Young-man-looking-up-at-solar-eclipse-wearing-paper-protective-glasses-scaled.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">Young man looking up at solar eclipse wearing paper protective glasses. CAVAN IMAGES\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Since childhood, you&#8217;ve probably been told that you shouldn&#8217;t look directly into the sun. That advice applies even when the sun is shaded by the moon (except during the brief moment of totality). You can view NASA&#8217;s full report on <a href=\"https:\/\/science.nasa.gov\/eclipses\/future-eclipses\/eclipse-2024\/safety\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">solar eclipse eye safety<\/a>. The most important thing to know is that you need solar viewing glasses or a solar viewing device to look at the sun during the partial phases of an eclipse.<\/p>\n<p>Regular sunglasses won&#8217;t cut it. Solar-viewing glasses are thousands of times darker than the sunglasses you wear on a sunny day. NASA doesn&#8217;t recommend any particular brand, but you want to look for glasses that comply with the ISO 12312-2 international standard.<\/p>\n<p>NASA also warns against looking directly through binoculars, a telescope or a camera lens (including a smartphone), even with approved solar viewing glasses. The sun&#8217;s rays can burn through the filter and cause eye damage. If you use one of these tools, you must fit them with a special solar filter.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&#10;        EmailSignUp_container__qYzYT&#10;        undefined&#10;        EmailSignUp_isLoading__i_qm0&#10;      \"><picture class=\"EmailSignUp_graphic__zgpFm\"><source media=\"screen and (max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-mob.svg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-dt.svg\"\/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"EmailSignUp_form__C8FWb\">\n<p>Daily Newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG\u2019s experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a id=\"get-your-solar-eclipse-gear\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Get your solar eclipse gear<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Friends-watching-solar-eclipse-through-eclipse-sunglasses_LeoPatrizi.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Friends-watching-solar-eclipse-through-eclipse-sunglasses_LeoPatrizi.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Friends-watching-solar-eclipse-through-eclipse-sunglasses_LeoPatrizi.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Friends-watching-solar-eclipse-through-eclipse-sunglasses_LeoPatrizi.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Friends-watching-solar-eclipse-through-eclipse-sunglasses_LeoPatrizi.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Friends-watching-solar-eclipse-through-eclipse-sunglasses_LeoPatrizi.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Friends-watching-solar-eclipse-through-eclipse-sunglasses_LeoPatrizi.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Friends-watching-solar-eclipse-through-eclipse-sunglasses_LeoPatrizi.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Friends-watching-solar-eclipse-through-eclipse-sunglasses_LeoPatrizi.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">Group of people looking at a solar eclipse. LEOPATRIZI\/GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Because you&#8217;ll be outside and possibly taking photos of the eclipse, here are the things you may need:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Solar viewing glasses: <\/strong>This 10-pack of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bDDaHH\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">ISO-certified solar eclipse observation glasses<\/a> costs $21.99 and comes with enough pairs for any friends and family who want to watch the eclipse with you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Camera filter: <\/strong>If you do plan to photograph the eclipse (though we may argue it&#8217;s better to put your phone down for this once-in-a-lifetime moment), this two-pack of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3OMZbK0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">VisiSolar smartphone photo filters<\/a> ($11.99, regularly $14.99) will help you do it safely.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Outdoor picnic blanket: <\/strong>A foldable blanket that is waterproof and sandproof can keep you and your gear dry and clean while you focus on what&#8217;s happening in the sky. This <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bH41m6\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">large outdoor picnic blanket<\/a> ($13.99) also has a carry handle for easy transport.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"have-a-rainy-day-eclipse-plan\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Have a rainy-day eclipse plan<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.69921875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2018\/09\/GettyImages-917261954.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2018\/09\/GettyImages-917261954.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2018\/09\/GettyImages-917261954.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2018\/09\/GettyImages-917261954.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2018\/09\/GettyImages-917261954.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2018\/09\/GettyImages-917261954.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2018\/09\/GettyImages-917261954.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2018\/09\/GettyImages-917261954.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2018\/09\/GettyImages-917261954.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">Aerial view of thunderstorm clouds from an airplane. FRANK BIENEWALD\/GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If it&#8217;s cloudy or raining where you are \u2014 or if you&#8217;re not along the path of totality \u2014 you may want to have a backup plan in place for viewing the eclipse. <a href=\"https:\/\/svs.gsfc.nasa.gov\/14520\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NASA will broadcast live eclipse coverage<\/a> on April 8 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. EDT on NASA TV, NASA.gov, the NASA app and YouTube.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"make-your-solar-eclipse-travel-plans\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Make your solar eclipse travel plans<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Best-Hotel-Packages-to-see-Solar-Eclipse_Strathallan-Rochester-Hotel-Spa-a-Doubletree-by-Hilton_Facebook_8.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Best-Hotel-Packages-to-see-Solar-Eclipse_Strathallan-Rochester-Hotel-Spa-a-Doubletree-by-Hilton_Facebook_8.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Best-Hotel-Packages-to-see-Solar-Eclipse_Strathallan-Rochester-Hotel-Spa-a-Doubletree-by-Hilton_Facebook_8.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Best-Hotel-Packages-to-see-Solar-Eclipse_Strathallan-Rochester-Hotel-Spa-a-Doubletree-by-Hilton_Facebook_8.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Best-Hotel-Packages-to-see-Solar-Eclipse_Strathallan-Rochester-Hotel-Spa-a-Doubletree-by-Hilton_Facebook_8.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Best-Hotel-Packages-to-see-Solar-Eclipse_Strathallan-Rochester-Hotel-Spa-a-Doubletree-by-Hilton_Facebook_8.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Best-Hotel-Packages-to-see-Solar-Eclipse_Strathallan-Rochester-Hotel-Spa-a-Doubletree-by-Hilton_Facebook_8.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Best-Hotel-Packages-to-see-Solar-Eclipse_Strathallan-Rochester-Hotel-Spa-a-Doubletree-by-Hilton_Facebook_8.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/11\/Best-Hotel-Packages-to-see-Solar-Eclipse_Strathallan-Rochester-Hotel-Spa-a-Doubletree-by-Hilton_Facebook_8.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">Rochester Hotel &amp; Spa &#8211; a Doubletree by Hilton. RICH PAPROCKI\/FACEBOOK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you plan to travel to a city on the eclipse&#8217;s path of totality, you&#8217;ve hopefully already booked your accommodations. If you haven&#8217;t, the time is now. Hotel availability in these cities is dwindling fast. TPG has a guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/places-to-see-total-solar-eclipse\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best places to see the eclipse<\/a>, along with hotel recommendations and a guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/best-hotels-2024-solar-eclipse\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best hotel packages for the solar eclipse<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If the hotel you were hoping to book is sold out, you have a few other options. You could look into a smaller city nearby. For example, if you were hoping to watch the eclipse in Indianapolis but can&#8217;t find a hotel that works for you, try nearby Hamilton County, Indiana. The Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel even has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/offers\/here-comes-the-sun-package-off-77583\/indbr-renaissance-indianapolis-north-hotel\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">couple of fun eclipse-themed hotel packages<\/a> to get you in the &#8220;solar spirit.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>You could also forgo a hotel stay altogether and opt for alternative accommodations. You could <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/rent-rv\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">rent an RV<\/a> through a company like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseamerica.com\/rv-adventures\/rv-events\/solar-eclipse-2024-a-viewer%E2%80%99s-guide-cruise-america\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Cruise America<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/rvshare.com\/solar-eclipse-2024\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">RVshare<\/a> and find a campground that is hosting an eclipse event.<\/p>\n<p>There are also opportunities to view the eclipse during a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/2024-solar-eclipse-limited-3-day-nyc-vintage-train-ride-to-niagara-falls-registration-803197243577\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">three-day vintage train ride to Niagara Falls<\/a>. Or, you can take a daytrip on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aarailroad.com\/2024-total-solar-eclipse\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Arcade and Attica Railroad<\/a> from Arcade, New York, for a unique solar eclipse experience. Amtrak also offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amtrak.com\/see-new-york-and-save-15-percent\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">15% discount on train rides throughout New York<\/a>, but you would still need to find overnight accommodations.<\/p>\n<p>A few lucky flyers can even view the eclipse from the air. <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/flights-solar-eclipse\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Delta recently added a path of totality flight<\/a> that will give passengers a bird&#8217;s eye view of the eclipse.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to stay in a tent or cabin, there are many campgrounds near the path of totality. KOA has a guide showing <a href=\"https:\/\/koa.com\/blog\/the-complete-guide-to-the-april-2024-total-solar-eclipse\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">which campgrounds are on the path<\/a>, and many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/subjects\/naturalphenomena\/upcoming-solar-eclipses.htm\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">state and national parks<\/a> will also have good viewing opportunities. Some sites are hosting an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/articles\/000\/eclipse-explorer-junior-ranger-program.htm\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Eclipse Explorer Junior Ranger<\/a> program so kids can enjoy the fun.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"purchase-solar-eclipse-event-tickets\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Purchase solar eclipse event tickets<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6796875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Annual-solar-eclipse-with-22ring-of-fire.22-scaled.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Annual-solar-eclipse-with-22ring-of-fire.22-scaled.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Annual-solar-eclipse-with-22ring-of-fire.22-scaled.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Annual-solar-eclipse-with-22ring-of-fire.22-scaled.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Annual-solar-eclipse-with-22ring-of-fire.22-scaled.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Annual-solar-eclipse-with-22ring-of-fire.22-scaled.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Annual-solar-eclipse-with-22ring-of-fire.22-scaled.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Annual-solar-eclipse-with-22ring-of-fire.22-scaled.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/04\/Annual-solar-eclipse-with-22ring-of-fire.22-scaled.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">Totality during an annular solar eclipse with &#8220;ring of fire.&#8221; PHILLIP JONES\/GETTY IMAGES\/STOCKTREK IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In addition to accommodations, many cities will host special events for the eclipse. Some are free, but others require a ticket. For example, you will need a ticket if you want to watch the eclipse from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/subjects\/naturalphenomena\/upcoming-solar-eclipses.htm\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lowell Observatory in Waco, Texas<\/a>. But, you can watch for free without a ticket or reservation from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kerrvilletx.gov\/2042\/Kerrville-Eclipse-Festival\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kerrville Eclipse Festival in Kerrville, Texas<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.armstrongmuseum.org\/great-north-american-solar-eclipse\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Armstrong Air &amp; Space Museum<\/a> in Wapakoneta, Ohio \u2014 the birthplace of Apollo 11 astronaut Neil Armstrong \u2014 is hosting a full weekend of events with your museum admission. Elsewhere in Ohio, at the <a href=\"https:\/\/greatscience.com\/explore\/events-programs\/total-eclipse-fest-2024\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Great Lakes Science Center<\/a> and North Coast Harbor in Cleveland, you can attend a three-day celebration that is free and open to the public.<\/p>\n<p>Now is the time to see what is available in your area (or the area you plan to travel to) and get your tickets if necessary.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"bottom-line\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Bottom line<\/h2>\n<p>No matter where you plan to be during this rare celestial event, you should make a plan now. This way, you&#8217;ll have a stress-free solar eclipse experience. These tips will help ensure you can focus on the temporarily darkened sky and not your lack of forethought.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related reading:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/preparing-for-the-2024-soalr-eclipse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On April 8, the moon will pass directly before the sun, darkening the afternoon sky with a rare, total solar eclipse. For those along the path of totality, the solar eclipse will last around four minutes. 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