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Reach for the sky says the Adventure Co
Company introduces family astronomy holidays combining adventure and star-gazing
A new Active in the Sinai Family Astronomy Tour is designed for children aged 12 upwards.
The eight-day trip will see families whisked off on an Egyptian adventure which combines all the action of the desert with the wow factor of the stars, planets and meteors.
Claire Wilson, MD of The Adventure Company, explains: “One of the most memorable elements of holidaying overseas is the chance to marvel at the multitude of stars, having escaped our normally overcast conditions. We know from our customers that even having a bit of knowledge can greatly increase their enjoyment of the night skies and we hope that these new live planetarium shows will help open a window onto another world for travellers of all ages.”
The remote location chosen in the Sinai desert should ensure crystal-clear conditions for seeing the night sky while the low half-moon, early evening sunsets and time of year will mean the Milky Way and Saturn are especially visible.
And families should also be able to catch sight of a bright shower of shooting stars.
Working with its sister company Explorers Astronomy Tours, families will be treated to two nights of stargazing and live planetarium shows hosted by resident ‘Galactic Ranger’ and acclaimed astronomer Dr John Mason.
Ensuring enquiring minds are kept fully entertained, the astronomy evenings will also closely follow the UK Key Stage 3 and 4 schools curricula.
“Dr Mason’s enthusiasm for the celestial world is contagious and he has a wonderful way of bringing astronomy to life for kids and adults alike. We’re therefore delighted to be able to work with him on this new family adventure and confident that the star-gazing element will prove a holiday highlight,” adds Wilson.
The Adventure Company will be introducing further family astronomy tours to its new brochure in October.
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