As the solar activity that causes the aurora borealis is expected to reach the peak of its 11-year cycle in the next year, opportunities to see it are booming via cruises, train trips and tours.

Stock image of aurora over Alaska. Wirestock/iStock / Getty Images Plus How To See the Aurora. To have the best chance of spotting the northern lights Tuesday night—and in general—NOAA ...

The idea that aurora borealis has "seasons" comes from data compiled by NASA astrophysicist, Dr. David Hathaway. According to the data, the northern lights are more likely to show up in March ...