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Whether you’re a romantic and imaginative Pisces who loves to daydream by the sea or you’re a fiery Sagittarius who yearns to travel the globe in search of culture and adventure, there’s a chance you may enjoy your travels even more if you book trips according to your astrological sun sign. Your sun sign is dictated by the time and place you were born (download a free chart here via all-star astrologist Chani Nicholas) and many people swear by it as a defining aspect of their personality—that’s why there are about 30 million users on Co-Star alone.
The astrologer for British Vogue Alice Bell suggests considering the element of your sun sign as the easiest way to consider the best trip for you. “Fire signs like Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius will be more prone to adventure and getting out of their comfort zone,” says Bell. “Water signs like Pisces, Cancer, and Scorpio are looking for soothing trips near the water to help them relax, ground, and explore their innate inclination towards spirituality.” Likewise, air signs (Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius) find it natural to go with the flow and will have the most fun with travel that includes a dash of artistic stimulation, while earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn) are all about scheduled sabbaticals with both structure and purpose—the earlier they can plan and book travel, the better.
Similarly, the life coach and astrologist Jenn Kosh suggests leaning into the archetypes of your sign as a way to experiment with your travels. “Each zodiac sign holds a set of archetypes—powerful inner forces that help account for each of our personality traits, fears, motivations, and preferences,” says Kosh. “These can also provide insight into the reasons we’re drawn to a particular location or type of vacation, or why we may feel repelled by it.” Kosh suggests first getting to know the archetypes associated with your sun sign, then tune into which ones feel the most exciting.
Here, find our guide to travel recommendations based on your sun sign.
Aries: March 21 – April 19
Out of all the fire signs, Aries tend to be the most delightfully rash. Aries archetypes include the athlete, the adventurer, and the warrior, as they have a strong desire to blaze their own trail and tend to be one of the hardest signs to slow down. They don’t have much patience to wait around and decide where to travel; instead, they lean on impulse and are likely to book last-minute trips on a whim, whether based on a deal or a desire. Because they are highly active and thrive in competition, they’d be well-suited for a more adventurous travel plan like an action-packed hike in Tanzania to the summit of Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, with travel experts at MT Sobek; they can even squeeze in a safari as a post-hike reward to see the Big Five in Maasai Mara during a stay at Angama Mara. They’d also be prime contenders for a solo trip to the Big Island of Hawaii to compete in an Iron Man competition.
Taurus: April 20 – May 20
While all earth signs value structure and purpose, Tauruses are bulls by nature and tend to be one of the most stubborn, orderly signs of the Zodiac. True earth dwellers, Taurus archetypes are the artist, the gourmand, and the gardener, as they tend to value stability and the calming effect that comes with a steady routine. Tauruses appreciate security and prefer to stick to what they know, yet they’re enticed by travel that is entangled with the arts and a healthy dose of earthly indulgence. An ideal trip for a Taurus would be a gourmand getaway through Provence, visiting wineries like the 1,500-acre Château de Berne estate and its Michelin-star restaurant Le Jardin de Berne. It’s even better if the trip ends in Paris, where Tauruses can go on a shopping spree and indulge in even more Michelin-star cuisine at Pléntitude, located at the luxurious Cheval Blanc Paris hotel, or, set in the Ritz Paris. Tauruses will love that both eateries are conveniently located near the Seine and only steps away from their next stop: the Louvre.
Gemini: May 21 – June 20
Geminis tend to be the most relaxed sign in the Zodiac, and can handle pretty much anything with ease: trip cancellations, last-minute plans, or a spur-of-the-moment adventure. With archetypes of the communicator, muse, and networker, Geminis’ biggest fear is to be alone. As such, they tend to travel in groups and are easily mutable to almost any plan, be it a laid-back getaway or a more action-packed itinerary. But because they are intellectual and tend to be the life of the party—they’re known to be quite the charming jokesters—they’d do well on a journey that expands their mind and also allows them to meet other outgoing travelers. Experiences like Summit at Sea would be great for a Gemini, as they value learning from experts while experiencing variety, or even a wild ride through the desert rave that is Burning Man, where Geminis can choose their adventure of the day based on their mood.
Cancer: June 21 – July 22
As the most family-oriented sign in the Zodiac, Cancers are likely to travel with a tight-knit group of friends or family. Archetypes of this sign include the rescuer, protector, and nurturer, as they are deeply empathetic and value quality time over all else. That makes Cancers fond of trips home to see loved ones or journeys to destinations where they’ve already been several times. They crave comfort, so novel travel destinations may overwhelm them; Cancers would most likely prefer feeling at ease during intimate getaways and in places where they have their own space to get cozy. Buyouts of villas, lodges, and homes would be ideal for Cancers. Some ideal plans include a cozy winter stay with their loved one at My Arbor in the Dolomite Mountains of Italy or an annual summer getaway with family to Es Bec d’Aguila, a farmhouse with an organic garden in Menorca, Spain.
Leo: July 23 – August 22
Overflowing with creativity, confidence, and the desire to take risks and to see and be seen, this fire sign is at home in their warm, bold nature and prefers their trips to match their vigor for life. With associated archetypes of the lover, the romantic, and the performer, Leos feel most at home in adventurous destinations that are vibrant, colorful, and contain a certain type of vivacity that makes them hum with life. A trip to India would be an ideal destination for a Leo, a country where they can go at a fast pace and be supremely extroverted. In Jaipur, Leos can delight at the red and pink sandstone Hawa Mahal palace and spend hours shopping the plentiful array of colorful textile shops during a stay at the Arto Deco-style Rajmahal Palace, and later visit the fast-paced city of Delhi, where they can hop a train to see the iconic Taj Mahal. If they need even more adrenaline, they can search for tigers in Ranthambore National Park during a stay at Suján Sher Bagh, or head straight to South Goa, where they can surf the waves at Agonda Beach.
Virgo: August 23 – September 22
All earth signs are suited for solo travel and advanced planning, but unlike Taurus and Capricorn, Virgos desire a touch of wellness in their travel. They’re known as the perfectionists, guardians, and organizers of the Zodiac, yet also the herbalists, healers, and hermits. These two seemingly conflicting archetypal pulls—the desire for perfection and also peace—can find harmony when combined on a trip that’s equal parts organized and wellness-oriented. Virgos may find a trip to a healing center an ideal reprieve from everyday life, especially one that has a rigorous schedule. A silent Vipassana retreat could do the Virgo good, or even a visit to a more structured wellness itinerary at Auberge Hacienda Alta Gracia in Costa Rica, where they can enjoy a cacao ceremony and a coffee-based body scrub in an herbal stone bath along the Calientillo River. Virgos would also delight in the new SIRO property in Dubai, where biohacking assessments are offered at check-in, as well as cutting-edge recovery treatments like cryotherapy, cold plunge baths, and IV drips.
Libra: September 23 – October 22
True aesthetes at heart, Libras are the lovers, chameleons, and socialites of the Zodiac. It can be quite hard to fully understand the personality of a Libra, as they tend to blend in wherever you put them and take on the personality of those they’re with. Similar to Gemini, Libras don’t like being alone. Masters of charm and diplomatic to their core, Libras can be quite relaxed when it comes to their travel plans and will usually go along with whatever the group consensus is—St. Barts or Saint Tropez, it makes no difference to them. As long as they’re with their crew, they will have fun wherever they go. If a Libra does take some initiative to contribute to travel plans, it will be a trip that explores the finer things in life: culture, art, and shopping. They would thrive while exploring the Danish Modern design movement of Copenhagen, or even on a trip to Japan to soak up the culture and shopping in Tokyo before venturing off to Naoshima Island in the Seto Inland Sea, where they can marvel at the installations at the fanciful Benesse Art Site.
Scorpio: October 23 – November 21
Known for their ability to navigate deep emotional waters and their intense desire to understand complex social dynamics, Scorpios tend to seek an educational component to their travel—and the thing they like to learn most about is themselves. One part alchemist, one part rebel, Scorpios identify as lone rangers on a quest to understand what makes them tick; they can often take on an inquisitive persona as truth-seekers and healers. While one of their biggest fears can be to show others their vulnerability, it can also be the thing that sets them free. Not scared of their darkness and complexities, Scorpios would do well on psychedelic retreats where they can dive deep into their inner world: a healing ayahuasca retreat experience with Soltara Healing Center in Costa Rica or a psilocybin ceremony with Beckley Retreats in Jamaica could be fantastic options for the ever-curious.
Sagittarius: November 22 – December 21
Sagittarians are the seekers, wanderers, sages, and scholars of the Zodiac. They are natural explorers who crave both culture and adventure; the more unknown the destination or obscure the topic, the better for a Sagittarius, as this balance keeps their attention and allows them to explore depths unknown, both literally and figuratively. Because they are fearless voyagers interested in learning and gaining knowledge, they will often be inclined to extended stays in another country. A journey through the wonders of Southeast Asia would be ideal for a Sagittarius: visiting the ancient cities of Bagan in Myanmar, Angkor Wat in Cambodia, and Luang Prabang in Laos. They’d also be inclined towards sojourns through Bhutan—perhaps a stay at Gangtey Lodge to learn about Buddhist culture amid ancient monasteries—or even an adventure through Jordan with Experience Jordan, where they can hike the Jordan Trail from Wadi Rum to Petra, meeting and communing with Bedouins, the gatekeepers of the land, along the way.
Capricorn: December 22 – January 19
Out of all the earth signs, Capricorns have been awarded the reputation as the most Type A: plans, plans, and more plans! With the archetypes of the ruler, the tyrant, and the boss, they crave order, structure, and purpose. What sets them apart from other earth signs, however, is their draw towards tradition—think history, classical music, and a hearty to-do list to see the best of both. They don’t necessarily need any sense of novelty on their trip—no risk-taking, please—so old-world European destinations would be ideal for the Capricorn. They would love the Gothic Revival-style Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest, the Baroque Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, and the medieval Charles Bridge in Prague. Their trip would be even better if they task a travel agency to handle their logistics like bespoke experts such as Black Tomato or Abercrombie Kent.
Aquarius: January 20 – February 18
Though not necessarily loners, Aquarians are perfectly fine with standing out in a crowd even if that means they don’t fit in. With a desire for mental stimulation and variety at every turn—and most at home when they’re going against the grain to do something no one else has done before—this air sign would be the most likely to travel to space. Since going to Mars may be a few decades away, for now, Aquarians do well with off-the-beaten-path experiences that expand their mind and get them into the great outdoors. Some trip ideas for ever-expansive Aquarians could include traveling all the way to Uruguay for a stay at Posada Ayana, just to see the James Turrell installation Ta Khut (his first freestanding Skyspace on the continent), or skipping the typical hikes in Patagonia and opting for an expedition through the Cordillera Huayhuash in Northern Peru instead, where each day on the trail offers new views of cerulean pools set below snow-covered peaks.
Pisces: February 19 - March 20
Highly imaginative and deeply intuitive, Pisces desire space to dream and be the lovers and mystics they are; they’re known as the seers, healers, and poets of the Zodiac. Out of all the water signs, they are most likely to yearn for the world’s most alluring coastlines, lakes, and rivers for a spiritual reset. (They can go even deeper into themselves and experience profound transformation in the presence of water.) They like to go beyond the typical yoga retreat for a transformative experience like those offered by Cosmic Serpent in Mexico, where they can learn about Human Design and their astrological profiles in between steamy yoga classes with views of the Pacific Ocean. They would also love a multi-week Ayurvedic reset at Amrtasiddhi in Bali, an experience replete with daily spa treatments, yoga, and a custom health menu, or even a journey through the most mystical towns in Peru with Mountain Lodges of Peru, where they can meander through wildflower meadows rife with rivers and streams while learning the history of the Quechua people, a culture with fellow seers and seekers from which they can learn.
