Atlas Ocean Voyages, a leader in yacht expedition cruising, has announced the addition of Stargazing and Astronomy Workshops to its Cultural Expeditions' Atlas Focus Lab programming. This enhancement will be featured on select 2024 and 2025 expeditions, providing guests with an enriching exploration of the cosmos. Additionally, Atlas Ocean Voyages will offer two special expeditions to view the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026.

With the first total solar eclipse since 2017 just a month away, travel enthusiasts and eclipse chasers are making their moves to witness this awe-inspiring celestial event. Expedia® has reported an unprecedented spike in hotel searches, with some North American cities along the path of totality experiencing increases of up to 1,100%. Destinations such as Burlington, Vermont; Little Rock, Arkansas; Dayton, Ohio; Buffalo, New York; and Indianapolis, Indiana, are among the most sought-after spots for the April 8 spectacle.