We list the top 2023 vacation spots for each zodiac sign, from a seaside experience for Pisces to a vibrant arts district for Leo. 

The stars coincide on a few topics in every sign's horoscope for 2023: Travel will be a lot of fun in 2018, as there are many indications of renewed optimism, requests to establish novel routines, and a greater desire to discover novel approaches to life. What better way to exemplify everything said above than with a well-planned trip? 

It may be challenging to choose the location which is most appropriate for you and the astrological weather of 2023 when you consider how and why you intend to travel in that year depending on your zodiac sign. It's excellent news, folks. We chose the optimal location for each sign's wishes, aspirations, and appetites in the upcoming year by consulting Condé Nast Traveller's list of The Best Places to Visit in 2023. From an adventure on the water for Pisces to a busy city for Leo, we share the best places to go in 2023 based on your sign, as well as the best times to go (and even the best time to make your bookings). 

Where to go in 2023 according to your horoscope is listed below. 

[Astrologer's note: For the most accurate reading, read the responses for both your sun sign and your rising sign, also known as your ascendant. Your rising sign can be easily found online in less than 30 seconds using your birth time and place.] 

Aries: Kenya 

You're always up for a real adventure, and you won't hesitate to go tremendous distances to experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. You like immersing yourself in new environments, so culture shock never appears to affect you much. When exploring, you're also curious, eager to learn everything you can, and eager to try new things. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that Kenya is the ideal vacation spot for you in 2023. It offers a little bit of everything, including glittering metropolitan destinations, idyllic island getaways, extraordinary and distinctive dining options, and safari. 

Talking about timing Jupiter, the planet of growth, knowledge, faith, and opportunity, will be in Aries until May 16th, making the first half of the year an exciting time for you as it brings travel and the broadening of horizons to the forefront of your goals and experiences. 

Wait until the Mars, Mercury, and Uranus retrogrades expire (12, 18, and 22 January, respectively), since all three planets have an impact on any trip-related expenditures or planning you conduct if you've had the travel bug all winter and are ready to start preparing. You're less prone to make decisions you'll later wish to amend when the planets are direct. From late January on, consider it OK to carry out your intentions. 

The Aries season (20 March to 20 April) might be a wonderful period packed with lots of action and opportunities for self-discovery if you're looking for the best dates to visit Kenya. Sagittarius season (22 November to 22 December) is a great time to arrive in Nairobi, but, if you'd want extra time to prepare. This is a season when you'll be desiring adventure and pushing your boundaries. Mars, your governing planet, will be traveling through Sagittarius at this time. 

Taurus, Wales.  

Look, you deserve a lovely, restful break after the year you've had. Yes, it's tasty. The ultimate reward is to taste, drink, and eat your way through a location to indulge your senses, and Wales is the place to do it. The area is experiencing a gourmet revival that embraces locally sourced, seasonal ingredients; local fish, meats, and truffles will likely be featured on special menus at outlying, hard-to-find eateries. 

You probably have some concerns about how tourism affects the environment, particularly how it affects the communities and places you visit. You may also be drawn to places where humans coexist peacefully with the environment and where you may learn more about various ecosystems and conservation initiatives. Wales fulfills all of these requirements while also offering lovely hotels and spas in the forest. What more could you want from a trip that allows you to enjoy responsibly? 

Jupiter, the planet of expansion, knowledge, faith, and opportunity will be in Taurus between May 16, 2023, and May 25, 2024, offering you a wider perspective on life as a great dose of optimism and a desire for travel and adventure. The first weekend in July would be a perfect time for you to visit Wales since the Capricorn full moon on July 3 illuminates your ninth house of international travel. 

Queensland, Australia: Gemini 

The end of travel as you know it will begin in March 2023, which might sound dramatic. On March 23, Pluto, which has been in Capricorn since 2008, enters Aquarius, where it stays until June 11 before moving back into Capricorn until 2024. This is a rather significant change. Pluto is linked to entire alteration at the cellular level, extremes, power, and destruction. Pluto's entry into Aquarius challenges your perception of these themes, heightens your feeling of adventure and discovery, and challenges how you encounter other cultures and how you share those experiences with the rest of the world. It's a big deal. Pluto spends a little more than two months in Aquarius in 2023, yet it marks the start of a 20-year metamorphosis in your mental and spiritual experience. 

With that in mind, you could find yourself drawn to more ethical and environmentally conscious travel in the future, travel that emphasizes decolonization, environmental sustainability, and conservation to improve yourself as a person. Increasing your knowledge of Indigenous societies and their interaction with the environment is a possibility you might want to consider. You should consider visiting Queensland, Australia, in 2023 because of everything said above. 

You appreciate getting lost in a city crowd as much as escaping into nature. Coastal locations where you can feel the sun on your skin while gazing out into an abyss are a good touch since you also appreciate feeling you're on the brink of the planet. As a result of the Australian government's efforts to restore the land to its indigenous population, new Indigenous-led travel experiences have emerged, particularly in Queensland. The latter few months of 2023 may be a good time to visit the vast northeastern state during its spring or summer, but the Leo season (23 July to 23 August) is often warm and dry in Queensland and would be a fantastic opportunity to take a longer trip there. 

Central California Coast, USA: cancer 

You're the kind of traveler who enjoys learning via immersive experiences, so an activity like a vineyard tour that teaches you about the systems and processes used in wine-making would be perfect for you. Speaking about wine, you certainly enjoy spoiling yourself when traveling. When you travel, you're looking for wonderful, sometimes even mystical experiences, and the central coast of California is where you're most likely to discover them. 

The United States is a country with a Cancer Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter, sharing your zodiac sign, so it's not hard to discover Cancerian-like comfort in some traditional American activities, like a road trip or a train ride. Road or train journeys up or down California's coast, where not only are the views magnificent, but so are the people, food, and culture, may make for an amazing holiday. In the case of California's central coast, the region's environment consists of redwoods, beach towns, tasting rooms, and trendy new eateries. The earth, your body, and your loved ones may all be reconnected through a vacation like this. 

2023 will, after all, provide you some comfort in your interpersonal interactions and truly enjoyable occasions with pals. This excursion could be considerably more pleasurable during a couple of times of the year: As Saturn moves into Pisces on March 7, your connections will become less constrained and heavy, and your worldview will change, opening the door to fresh approaches to interacting with the universe. Jupiter will enter Taurus, the area of your chart that represents your friends and community, two months from now, on May 16. This could present chances to meet new individuals, particularly if you travel. From this point on, throughout the entire year, think of this trip as always being a fantastic time to take with those you love. 

Leo: Morocco's Marrakech 

When you travel, you love the adventure and look nice while doing it. This includes taking long walks around city centers to take in all of the sights, sounds, and fragrances that are there. You can find whatever you need in Marrakech. It's a vibrant city with relaxing hotel stays and a vibrant art scene that you could explore for days or even weeks. Additionally, consider the stunning pictures you will be able to take in the stony, surreal desert. As someone who can undoubtedly handle the heat and make the most of a city rich in culture, Marrakech is ideal for you. 

The past few years have been challenging, to say the least, but in the spring of 2023, a certain kind of relief emerges, allowing you room to take a breath and flow back into yourself. Think of this as the time to take your restorative trip. Jupiter, the planet of growth, faith, insight, and opportunity, is currently transiting through your ninth house of travel, spirituality, and distant locations until May 15. Aries and Libra eclipses in April and October, respectively, begin to stir up your urge to travel and learn more about the globe. In conclusion, the Aries Season (20 March to 20 April) is ideal for international travel, but the period during which Jupiter is in Aries (15 May) is ideal for visiting Marrakech. 

Loire Valley, France, for Virgo 

Since the year 2020 began, you have been working nonstop, you deserve a well-deserved treat-yourself vacation. The good news is that 2023 has lots of chances for you to have fun and broaden your horizons. Our recommendation Go to the French Loire Valley. After all, you seek out sensuous and immersive travel encounters; you want to immerse yourself in a new place by discovering its best culinary offerings, cultural landmarks, and natural beauty. And let's face it, you want luxurious lodgings as well. After all, what good is a trip if you're not going to pamper yourself? The Loire Valley is the ideal location to spend a week or two living out a real-life fantasy as you explore magnificent châteaux and spectacular surroundings. The area will surpass all of your expectations and provide you with the elegance, romance, and genuine relaxation and leisure that you require after three years of arduous labor. Due to your merit. 

Plan your vacation during the spring or fall to get the greatest possible experience. Beginning on May 16, Jupiter, the planet of growth and spirituality, transits through your ninth house of travel, distant regions, and beliefs. If you aren't already eager to step outside and experience new things, you definitely will be by the time spring arrives. All of April and May in 2023 appear to be favorable for you to travel, but the Taurus season (20 April to 20 May) in particular is usually a fantastic time to do so. Jupiter also symbolizes collaboration, thus going on a trip with a significant other is advantageous at this time. There are many opportunities to meet new people when traveling, especially in August and September, if you're single and looking for love. 

United Arab Emirates Sharjah 

You place a high value on expanding your knowledge when traveling, learning about the culture and geography of the destination, and seizing every opportunity to speak the local language. You're a genuine traveler who enjoys making new friends while doing research. Because of this, Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates is the ideal vacation spot for you in 2023. With its stunning new art galleries, stunning architecture, and relaxing luxury seaside resorts, Sharjah is swiftly emerging as the new cultural hub of the United Arab Emirates. 

By 2023, you'll be starting a new transformational cycle that will lead to self-discovery through new supportive relationships, thus you'll be seeking everything mentioned above. You will have more access to leisure, amusement, and pleasure when Saturn enters Pisces on March 7 and the grind of labor picks up. Expand beyond your comfort zone and discover new ways to enjoy life with any newly discovered creativity and confidence that may emerge during this period. 

Traveling is usually more enjoyable for you during the Gemini season (21 May to 22 June), and the period from 11 to 26 June, when Mercury transits through Gemini, is especially wonderful. During this time, you may truly immerse yourself in a new location and learn a lot. If Sharjah's temperatures in June (usually between 26 and 38 degrees Celsius) turn you off, Sagittarius season (23 November to 20 December) might be the next best time for you to travel. Talk about a memorable vacation. 

Scorpio: Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula 

You like being fully immersed in the customs and history of the locations you visit when you travel. You could particularly appreciate seeing historical sites and admiring the architecture, which is why Yucatán is a fantastic location for you. In between mouthwatering dinners at neighborhood restaurants, there are beautiful locations to explore. You can decide to reserve a few nights at a small-scale hotel where you can have an opulent stay and fully unwind in the manner that your body and spirit both require and appreciate. 

Even though Scorpio is a sign that is frequently linked to metamorphosis, describing what you have been going through the past three years feels more like an overstatement. But now is the time to rejoice since the spring of 2023 will bring you change and relief. On March 7, Saturn shifts from the rigid air sign of Aquarius to the flexible water sign of Pisces, letting go of the sense of security and stability you've been feeling since the beginning of 2020. Your attention will then turn away from laying a solid basis for your life and toward the requirement to give pleasure, happiness, and creativity priority. Following this, from 25 March to 20 May, when your governing planet, Mars, travels through the sign of Cancer, is a very favorable period for long-distance travel for you. The entire spring is a great time to travel to and explore the Yucatán since Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and relationships, also aligns with Mars in Cancer from 7 May to 5 June. 

Egypt for Sagittarius 

You are no stranger to adventure as the zodiac's chosen traveler and a thorough student of life. However, you could have encountered limits and limitations regarding your capacity to travel far during the last few years, with the epidemic being only one factor contributing to your increased ties to your immediate surroundings. You see changes to that reality in 2023 when Saturn transitions from Aquarius to Pisces on March 7. This can pique your curiosity about your history and lineage and inspire vacation plans to see ancestral homes or relatives. 

This year, you probably like visiting ancient kingdoms, palaces, and other locations that capture the splendor of history. Egypt, the historic epicenter of Western astrology, is the ideal vacation for you in 2023 since you may have a soft spot for areas where the sun plays a significant role in the culture. Since the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza is about to open, there has never been a better moment to travel there. You could also like to visit a brand-new eco-resort on the Red Sea or spend some time boating along the Nile River. When you eventually land for a vacation in the middle of a busy year, you'll be glad you put pleasure first. 

Regarding timing, keep in mind that your governing planet Jupiter spends the first five months of the year in Aries, designating a time when having fun, being creative, and enjoying yourself is of the utmost importance. Traveling now is recommended, especially if it involves any kind of adrenaline- and blood-pumping adventure. In particular, the Leo season (23 July to 23 August), when the sun illuminates your ninth house of international travel, is a fantastic time for travel as well. 

Capricorn: Nepal, Mustang 

You seek tranquility when traveling, and have a special interest in spiritual retreats and stunning locations where you may either do business or simply reconnect with nature. Due to this, Mustang, Nepal, may make for an excellent vacation spot for you in 2023. While fancy accommodations may not be necessary for you, you do pay attention to detail and value convenience and well-designed, effective buildings. The brand-new Mountain Lodges of Nepal, which are scheduled to debut in 2023, maybe just the kind of lodging you're searching for, allowing you to unplug and tune in to the beautiful nature of this surreal region. After all, you've spent the previous five years coping with some constraints or limitations, and the last three years may have been difficult financially, so it's time to leave the home and get some exercise in 2023. 

But on March 7, your governing planet, Saturn, switches signs, moving from the fixed water sign of Aquarius to the supple and dreamy Pisces. You'll finally get some release from the tight condition you've been in for so long. Your attention will now be on discovering more of the world around you rather than on maintaining yourself in survival mode. A fantastic time to visit Mustang is during the Virgo season, which runs from 23 August to 22 September. At that time of year, you're likely to have tremendous wanderlust. You should have a wonderful trip, but be careful not to schedule your travel around the days when Mercury turns retrograde and direct (24 August and 16 September, respectively). 

Aquarius: Taiwan 

You appreciate immersing yourself in art and culture when you travel. Even though your unique style makes you stand out, you have a remarkable capacity to hold your own and blend in wherever. Even while you might have a fantastic time traveling alone, you prefer a travel companion, especially for long-distance trips. Think of inviting your favorite person to visit Taiwan for a holiday. Aside from the magnificent, recently opened Taipei Performing Arts Center, this exciting nation is a great place to visit if you're itching for some real cultural stimulation. There have been several hotels and restaurants opening in the past two years. 

Taiwan will speak to you for other reasons as well, though. Your horoscope indicates that you have undergone a significant shift over the past three years. Take a time to consider how far you have come since Saturn, your governing planet first entered Aquarius in March 2020. Since then, you've probably been on a perilous, but hopefully fruitful, the path toward self-discovery. On March 7, when Saturn enters Pisces, you'll be wrapping up your adventure and starting a new one. Your attention will then turn to methods you may put money into yourself going into the future. You have three years while your natal planet is in Pisces to explore your newfound independence and make financial plans for the future. Planning a single large vacation for the end of the year may make more sense when your priorities change in the spring as you may start to feel a tighter grasp on your pocketbook. All in all, autumn is probably the greatest season for you to travel to Taiwan, especially from 8 November to 4 December when Venus will be in Libra, your ninth house of international travel. Get ready for the vacation of your dreams packed with art. 

Western Japan: Pisces 

You're an adventurer at heart, and you'll use nearly any justification to leave town and go to new locales. You're the kind of traveler that yearns for intensity and absorption in the places you go, and you're a little romantic at heart, looking for life-changing encounters. You have an insatiable thirst for adventure, just like you do for luxurious lodgings and breathtaking natural settings. 

Western Japan is the ideal place to satisfy your wanderlust if you want to feel as though you've entered another universe when you travel. Your life often revolves around water, so actively searching out places with strong connections to water will be calming to your mind and psyche. While you island-hop and discover the mesmerizing terrain and seascapes, think about joining an excursion cruise from Osaka. 

You should plan overseas travel during the Scorpio season (23 October to 21 November), especially in 2023 when Mars will be transiting Scorpio and establishing a unique alignment with the Sun on 18 November. Why not make arrangements in advance as you'll probably want to be somewhere far away at this time? 

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