As important as it is to try to keep a regular sleep routine, when traveling, sometimes it’s challenging to be too strict. Whether you’ve crossed several time zones and are experiencing serious jet lag or are just too excited about being in a new location, you don’t have to worry about not being able to sleep. In fact, there are some places that you’ll actually enjoy more because of it. While the bulk of tourist attractions are at their most popular during the day, there are a special few that can only be enjoyed in the dark. Here are a few of our favorites.
The Northern Lights
Aurora borealis can be enjoyed from many locations including Canada, Alaska, and the northern parts of the Nordic countries in Europe. One of our favorite spots is Tromsø in Norway, which is also known for its wildlife and is a great location for whale watching.
Mosquito Bay, Puerto Rico
As if Caribbean beaches weren’t already beautiful enough, this beach in Puerto Rico actually glows in the dark. Mosquito Bay, also known as Bio-luminescent Bay, is home to a species of phytoplankton that emit a neon blue glow as they move. The glow is only visible at night.
Atacama Desert
This desert plateau in Chile, South America, is consistently rated one of the best locations for stargazing in the world. The altitude and lack of light pollution make for a crystal-clear view of not only stars, but the entire Milky Way.