You can still make last-minute plans to see the eclipse, but get on it now

The total solar eclipse is coming up fast and it’s set to put on quite a show for millions of lucky Americans — and more watching online — on Aug 21.

For the first time in 99 years, the total solar eclipse will be visible across the entire United States — but only a section of the country will experience complete totality, where the sun is completely blocked.

As the astronomical event gets closer, late-comers who want in on the two minutes of solar action can still get lucky — if they act quick.

It’s not impossible at this point to get to the path of totality that starts in Oregon and crosses the U.S. through South Carolina, but it’s tough this late in the game to find somewhere to stay or even book flights to get you closer.  Read more…

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