If you want to see more stars this year, head to New Zealand

With the 50th anniversary of the moon landing coming up on 20 July 2019 the world’s attention will be turning skywards this summer. But did you know one of the best places in the world to gaze at the universe above is New Zealand with a host of unique star-gazing experiences?

First, Lake Tekapo is also one of the only places in the world where you can lie in a natural 38-degree hot-spring pool and gaze at the stars above after an astronomy and storytelling session with the outfit at Tekapo Springs. Relax on a floating hammock and feel like you’re soaking in the stars as you explore the wonder of night skies with one of the guides here.

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