Under the Stars with You

As you read this, you too may be confined indoors, What better way to focus our energy beyond the four walls around than by looking up at the stars above? Here are some great ideas and online resources for stargazing.…

International Happiness Day

It’s never too late to start doing what you love! We should all count our lucky stars that we are alive. To celebrate International Day of Happiness here are 7 Inspirational Quotations from Astronomers, Astronauts and Fellow Stargazers who love what they do!…

Learning the Stars: Your Second 5 Constellations

Now you know how to find Orion, Ursa Major, Ursa Minor, Leo and the Southern Cross, you’re ready to learn your next five! In this day and age, most people rely on apps and maps to find the stars, but there is a lot to be said for learning the stars and star constellations off by heart.…

The Countdown to Spring Equinox 2020

Meteorological spring begins on March 1st, until summer on June 1st. Astronomically, the equinox marks the beginning of spring and the exact date varies slightly from year to year.…

Coronavirus from Space

Coronavirus. The virus we are all talking about, and you are probably thinking about. The new strain of the coronavirus is spreading fast around the world – but one place you won’t need to read about the coronavirus is here on the Under Lucky Stars blog right? This is a…

Is there Life on Mars?

The question has been the inspiration for a number of big Hollywood movies, that legendary song ‘Life on Mars’ by David Bowie, the launch of various spacecraft, probes, robots, rovers and now there is talk of humans colonizing Mars. What’s the answer though? Is there life on Mars?…

Take your mind to the Stars

If you love stargazing, you have come to the right place. Soaking up the night sky in all its starry glory is a truly magnificent experience – but it is not always easy. Read all about the history of telescopes and our top picks for telescopes for the budding astronomer!…