Jamie Carter
Jamie is an experienced science, technology and travel journalist and stargazer who writes about exploring the night sky, solar and lunar eclipses, moon-gazing, astro-travel, astronomy and space exploration. He is the editor of WhenIsTheNextEclipse.com and author of A Stargazing Program For Beginners, and is a senior contributor at Forbes. His special skill is turning tech-babble into plain English.
Latest articles by Jamie Carter
10 top tips for planning your 2027 solar eclipse trip
By Jamie Carter published
From understanding the weather to seeing the Milky Way, here's how to plan a trip to see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 2, 2027.
A 'new star' could appear in the sky any night now. Here's how to see the Blaze Star ignite
By Jamie Carter published
T Coronae Borealis will erupt with a magnificent explosion sometime between now and September, becoming visible to the unaided eye. Here's how to find it when it does.
16 best places to see the 2027 total solar eclipse
By Jamie Carter published
Here are the best scenic spots and ideal locations across Southern Europe, North Africa and the Middle East to see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 2, 2027.
Where will the 2027 total solar eclipse on Aug. 2 be visible?
By Jamie Carter published
A total solar eclipse on Aug 2, 2027, will be visible across southern Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Find out more about where to see the 'eclipse of the century' in our guide.
ZWO SeeStar S50 smart telescope review
By Jamie Carter published
Review A fun, affordable, portable and intuitively designed smart telescope for imaging galaxies, the sun and the moon.
Total solar eclipse 2027: A complete guide to the 'eclipse of the century'
By Jamie Carter published
Reference Discover the 'eclipse of the century' with this comprehensive total solar eclipse 2027 guide. Find out where to see it, the timings of totality and possible weather conditions for key locations.
Total solar eclipse 2024: Everything you need to know
By Jamie Carter last updated
Reference The 2024 total solar eclipse was visible across Mexico, the U.S and Canada. Our guide tells you when the eclipse occurred and where it was visible.
Celestron SkyMaster Pro 20x80 review
By Jamie Carter published
Review The Celestron SkyMaster Pro 20x80 binoculars offer a massive aperture, interchangeable eyecups and incredible deep-sky views.
Top total solar eclipses to look out for over the next decade
By Jamie Carter published
We explore seven of the best solar eclipses to look out for over the next 10 years.
What it was like to chase totality in South Texas
By Jamie Carter published
Chasing eclipses in South Texas meant dealing with lots of hurdles, yes, but also lots of gratitude.
Eclipse 2026: The next total solar eclipse will be Europe's 1st in 27 years
By Jamie Carter published
Reference When is the next total solar eclipse? On Aug. 12, 2026, totality will come to Greenland, Iceland and Spain.
How to photograph a total solar eclipse with a smartphone 2024 — 8 tips from an expert
By Jamie Carter last updated
Reference Take incredible photos of a total solar eclipse using only your smartphone. Our expert shares how to get the best results.
10 phenomena to see and photograph during a total solar eclipse
By Jamie Carter last updated
From 'shadow snakes' and 'double diamonds' to Baily's beads and the corona, here's what you need to prepare for.
7 things to buy to safely watch and photograph a solar eclipse
By Jamie Carter last updated
The last total solar eclipse was a natural phenomenon, and you can prepare to safely observe the next one.
How to photograph a solar eclipse
By Mathew Browne last updated
Reference Learn how to grab this rare opportunity to capture a solar eclipse on camera with our comprehensive guide.
These eclipse-themed places will experience totality on April 8, 2024
By Jamie Carter last updated
Here we've rounded up some of the best eclipse-themed places that lie on the path of totality for the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, 2024.
How to organize an eclipse event for kids: 9 things to do before, during and after the total solar eclipse 2024
By Jamie Carter last updated
From a space-themed buffet to learning about the solar system, here's how to organize an eclipse event for kids.
How the supersonic Concorde jet broke the record for the longest total solar eclipse in history
By Jamie Carter published
In 1973 Concorde broke the record for the longest total solar eclipse in history by extending totality to 74 minutes.
April 8 solar eclipse: 6 zoos on the path of totality — and why animals react strangely to 'nighttime during the day'
By Jamie Carter published
Total solar eclipses make animals behave in strange ways. To see for yourself, stop by one of these zoos located on the path of totality on April 8, 2024.
April 8 total solar eclipse: Why this eclipse repeats itself every 54 years
By Jamie Carter published
The total solar eclipse on April 8 is part of a repeating pattern of eclipses that last visited North America in 1970. Here’s why the same eclipse repeats every 54 years.
Will the total solar eclipse on April 8 be the most watched ever?
By Jamie Carter published
With over 43 million people living in the path of totality, we look at how this eclipse measures up compared to previous years and the upcoming 'eclipse of the century'.
How long will April's total solar eclipse last?
By Jamie Carter published
The duration of April's total solar eclipse will depend on where you are watching it from along the path of totality. Here we explain why.
How fast will April's total solar eclipse travel?
By Jamie Carter published
During the total eclipse on April 8, the moon's shadow will slow down and then speed up, but how fast will it travel?
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