The upcoming total solar eclipse has sparked a frenzy of excitement across the world – with eager tourists clamoring to find the perfect spot to witness the natural phenomenon unfold in front of their, albeit shielded, eyes.
Such is the fevered excitement surrounding the event that cities and areas positioned along the path of the eclipse have seen a staggering surge in hotel and Airbnb bookings, prompting prices to soar to thousands of dollars a night.
Some cities in Texas,