Author: Natasha Chortos

Cataloochee Ranch and The Swag expand DarkSky Approved Lodging to East Coast

News

Cataloochee Ranch and The Swag, sister Relais & Châteaux properties in Western North Carolina, have officially been designated as …

September 25, 2025

Naseby, New Zealand

Communities

New Zealand

Nestled in the Māniatoto/Maniototo region of Central Otago, New Zealand, Naseby is a historic gold-mining town that has retained …

September 22, 2025

Naseby becomes New Zealand’s first International Dark Sky Community

News

After nearly a decade of unwavering dedication, the Naseby community is celebrating a landmark achievement: official certification as New …

September 22, 2025

Lapalala Wilderness Nature Reserve

Parks

South Africa

Located within the UNESCO Waterberg Biosphere Reserve of Limpopo Province, South Africa, Lapalala Wilderness Nature Reserve spans…

September 22, 2025

Lapalala Wilderness Nature Reserve becomes the first Dark Sky Park in South Africa

News

DarkSky International is proud to announce the designation of Lapalala Wilderness Nature Reserve as an International Dark Sky Park, …

September 22, 2025

Town of Breckenridge, Colorado

Communities

U.S.A.

The Town of Breckenridge sits at 9,603 feet above sea level in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, just west of the …

August 22, 2025

Breckenridge, Colorado, officially designated as a Dark Sky Community

News

Known for its limestone hills, oak woodlands, and wide-open skies, Liberty Hill has long cherished its rural roots and …

August 22, 2025

Trinchera Ranch

DarkSky Approved Lodging

U.S.A.

Tucked against the backdrop of Colorado’s Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Trinchera Ranch spans more than 172,000 acres of protected …

August 19, 2025

DarkSky International launches new Port Marine Terminal Lighting program

News

DarkSky International, the leading global authority on light pollution, has launched a groundbreaking new certification program to bring responsible …

August 19, 2025

DarkSky International announces winners of the 2025 Capture the Dark photography contest

News

DarkSky International is proud to announce the winners of Capture the Dark 2025, the premier global nighttime photography contest.

August 13, 2025

Liberty Hill, Texas named International Dark Sky Community

News

Known for its limestone hills, oak woodlands, and wide-open skies, Liberty Hill has long cherished its rural roots and …

July 23, 2025

New DarkSky Approved pickleball complex shines sustainably in Champaign, Illinois

News

DarkSky International is proud to announce a newly certified DarkSky Approved Outdoor Sports Lighting project in Champaign, Illinois.

July 22, 2025