I thought of that, so I checked with NASA.  The next partial solar eclipse is on Jan 4, 2011 in Europe, Africa and central Asia.  The partial one after that is not until June 1, 2011 covering e Asia, n N. America, Iceland.  The next  lunar eclipse is not until mid-June 2011.  So based on the fact that they are traveling in a few weeks, I do not believe it is an "astronomical event."

Corrected for year - I haven't gotten use to writing 2011.  - I do know how to use a calendar.

"Life's a box of chocolates, Forrest. You never know what you're gonna get."
Last Edited By: K Man Jan 3 11 9:01 PM. Edited 1 times.