Ah, astrology. Do you take it as gospel, or claim disbelief while secretly searching for your horoscope in magazines?
If you’ve ever dismissed celestial predictions because your sun sign (based on your date of birth) never felt like you, your moon sign (based on the moon’s position at the time of your birth) – which reveals your inner self – could tell a different story. Take it from a Leo who always felt like a Virgo: discovering your moon sign can feel like finally seeing clearly.
And speaking of seeing clearly… While travelling the world today is easier than ever, endless possibilities can lead to choice paralysis. So, instead of feeling overwhelmed by where you can go, look up and let the stars guide you to where you should go.
Even if you’re still a star sign sceptic, what’s the harm in letting the cosmos point you in a new direction?
♈ Aries – 21 March to 19 April
Aries, you’re the eternal child of the zodiac – in the best possible way. Harness that youthful wonder in India, a country that matches your fiery spirit.
Doing things your way usually pays off, so trust those instincts as you navigate bazaars and busy streets with your leader on the Real Rajasthan trip. Maybe even opt for a hot-air balloon ride over Jaipur – an airborne adventure fit for a curious mind like yours.
♉ Taurus – 20 April to 20 May
You’re a homebody, Taurus, so it may take some convincing to get you out of your comfy nest. But trust us, with your appreciation for beauty, you’ll find joy in Morocco‘s colourful medinas and mosques.
As a family-orientated and food-loving person, you’ll soon settle in on the Essential Morocco trip, learning about Amazigh life over a lamb tagine and mint tea. And yes, at least one handmade rug and several pieces of pottery are coming home with you.
♊ Gemini – 21 May to 20 June
Japan is a match for versatile Gemini. One minute, you’re finding calm in a temple. The next, you’re living your neon dreams in Tokyo. This multi-faceted destination is made for you, the sign symbolised by twins.
You easily understand people but often feel misunderstood yourself – an introvert and an extrovert, a party animal and a bookworm. On the Essential Japan trip, you can enjoy every part of yourself on a varied adventure that constantly switches up the pace.
♋ Cancer – 21 June to 22 July
With its cobblestone streets and frescoes, Italy is about to become your whole personality, creative Cancer. You’re a true artist and can therefore appreciate the country’s greatest creations – including Rome’s Colosseum, the canals in Venice and a good cacio e pepe pasta.
You care deeply about your friends and family and often wish they would show you this energy back. Our advice? Have your own Eat, Pray, Love adventure on the Essential Italy trip and rediscover your worth beyond what you give to others. Solo adventures have a way of reminding us that we’re already complete in ourselves.
♌ Leo – 23 July to 22 August
Never one to shy away from the spotlight, are you, Leo? Always the life of the party, you excel at bringing people together – and Vietnam‘s karaoke culture sets the stage for you to work your magic.
Get all the validation you need from your peers at a singalong and keep the wow moments coming on Vietnam Express Southbound with a motorbike ride in Hue, a night on a boat in Halong Bay and a tuk-tuk tour along the Mekong Delta, to name just a few.
♍ Virgo – 23 August to 22 September
You’re particular about the way you do things, Virgo, and it can be frustrating when others don’t take as much care as you. Find solace in Iceland‘s pristine landscapes, where nature offers an escape from modern life. The clockwork timing of Strokkur Geyser’s eruptions and the hexagonal basalt columns at Svartifoss waterfall will appeal to your love of precision.
If you find your perfectionism sometimes leads to procrastination, spending Six Days in Iceland among geysers and glaciers could spark some reflection – or even be the impetus for your next step!
♎ Libra – 23 September to 22 October
You’re all about balance, Libra, so why not go to China, the land of yin and yang?
As someone always searching for self-actualisation, you’re down to explore new ideas, meet new people and learn new ways of thinking. A small group trip such as Real China is a great way to do this, as you explore mind-blowing sites like The Great Wall in Beijing and the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an with an expert local leader.
♏ Scorpio – 23 October to 21 November
Spiritual Scorpio, you’re on a quest for something greater than yourself. Your friends might tease you for always leading conversations to the serious things in life – but this is the good stuff! Small talk is for small people, you say.
Thailand‘s temples and traditions are calling your name – inviting you to deepen your inner reflection this year. It can be hard to coax you out of your own head as you’re constantly meaning-making – but beautiful beaches, great food and a small group of like-minded travellers on the Real Thailand trip might just do the trick.
♐ Sagittarius – 22 November to 21 December
Sagittarius are natural explorers. You are not driven in life by education, career progression or relationships, but by your passions. And maybe you’re on to something. Do what you love and the rest will follow. If you want to travel, travel – you don’t need to justify it to people who are happy with the status quo.
You’ll thrive in a country as varied as New Zealand. On New Zealand’s South to North Island Adventure you can go from geothermal pools to volcanic peaks to Hobbiton. A village tour with a Maori Elder and a seal colony visit, you say? Everything is within reach in this compact country, making it an obvious choice for travellers who want to pack lots into one trip.
♑ Capricorn – 22 December to 19 January
Known for being that friend who actually enjoys working hard (go you), you’ll thrive on Peru‘s Inca Trail – and be rewarded with Machu Picchu at the end. The best bit? Hiking to reach one of the Seven Wonders of the World is an achievement within a holiday.
So, whether the Inca Trail Express trip is your light at the end of the tunnel (big exams? First draft of a novel?) or the tunnel itself, you’ll get to experience that high after completing something challenging – a feeling you chase in life, Capricorn.
♒ Aquarius – 20 January to 18 February
Intelligent – that’s Aquarius in a word. You’ll therefore appreciate seeing evolution IRL on the Best of the Galapagos trip, exploring the islands where Darwin shaped his theory of natural selection.
You sometimes feel disconnected from other people, like you’re operating on a different wavelength. But watching the intricate lives of creatures in the Galapagos provides perspective – a reminder that we’re all just animals at the end of the day. Plus, the sea lions and giant tortoises are pretty cute.
♓ Pisces – 19 February to 20 March
Ah, Pisces. Your empathetic spirit extends to animals too, so why not experience wildlife up close in Tanzania?
You like to follow a well-trodden path but in your own way. That’s exactly what the Road to Zanzibar trip delivers – the itinerary is tried and tested but what wildlife you see is totally random. It’s about being there in that moment with your group. Since you place friendship at the centre of your life, you’ll love bonding with new people as you drive through the wilderness together. Happy as a fish in water.
Find more travel inspo for 2025 with The Goods, a collection of Intrepid’s new trips and experiences for the year ahead.
