Libra
September 23-October 22
Mercury rules your house of long-distance travel; therefore, Mercury is your travel guide. But we all know that Mercury can be a trickster with his/her retrogrades. So, to say that all Librans are extra susceptible to Mercury retrogrades is simply wrong. However, if you dread those times, here they are for 2018; March 23-April 15, July 26-August 19, November 17-December 6. Generally speaking, you should travel any time but those dates. That being said, May 30-June 11 and October 15-30 are the dates that could provide the most happiness, expansion, and rejuvenation. This is a year of increasing your confidence, so try bungee jumping, parasailing, rope climbing, or anything else you may be a bit hesitant to do.
Trips to try: Bungee jumping in New Zealand; surfing in Hawaii
Scorpio
October 23-November 21
If I were to have my way, this would be the year of your sabbatical. With the presence of Jupiter—the planet of travel—expanded horizons and opportunity are in your sign all year until November 8. Let luck and opportunity be your guides while you realize what you are capable of and what you deserve. Perhaps a solo hike up the Cascade Trail? Or something more empowering, like a cruise down the Amazon? Don’t limit yourself! This is your once-in-12-years shot to claim your power and engage in the beauty of life, setting the tone for the next decade and more! Go where you’ve always wanted to go but haven’t yet given yourself permission. A day between June 21 and July 21 is your best day for this adventure to commence, especially if it’s for a more meaningful adventure. February 18 to March 21 are also good if your intention is for recreation, fun, party time, or romance. Traveling for business or commerce is great before Saturn retrograde begins on April 19. After Saturn stations direct on September 6, the sales can begin again in earnest.
Trips to try: Cruising the Amazon ; a solo trip
Sagittarius
November 22-December 21
You’ll be so happy to hear me say this: You’re free! Seriously, Saturn has been traveling through your sign for the past two-and-a-half years. You’ve been working hard. Generally speaking, Sagittarius does not appreciate limits. Saturn loves limits. Now that Saturn is out of Sagittarius, the brakes are off, the restrictions are lifted, the gates are open, and you’re away! But you are a bit wiser, yes? A bit more, dare I say, conservative? So, this year it seems you may need to regroup after some challenges, rest after some work, and rejuvenate after some drudgery. Get to a monastery, ashram, mountaintop, or seashore, and reflect and recharge. Your life accelerates more in the direction of your dreams after November 7. Your best travel dates for rest and relaxation are June 25 to August 24. Mercury is retrograde from July 26 to Aug 19, but if you leave before July 25, you should be good. Travel for commerce is best September 11 through November 13. Just a note: After mid-November, the greatest adventure of your life will begin.
Trips to try: Utah’s national parks and monuments; Bhutan’s Tiger’s Nest Monastery
Capricorn
December 22-January 19
Both you and Libra have Mercury ruling your ninth house of long-distance travel and are therefore a bit more susceptible to Mercury retrograde challenges (read the horoscope above for Libra—she has the dates). Retrograde aside, this is a year of building. If you travel in January, you should do so to rebuild yourself. February will be your self-worth. March is for building contacts and business opportunities. April builds family. It is May where you may find some R&R. In June, go to the spa or a yoga retreat and rebuild your body. July builds relationships. August builds business. September is your month to travel the world. October builds your profession, and November, your community. By December, if you have still not done it, take the whole month on a Caribbean beach. You’ll thank me if you do.
Trips to try: A spa retreat at the Banyan Tree Mayakoba in Mexico ; this under-the-radar Caribbean island
Aquarius
January 20-February 18
Get as far away from home as you can. There, I said it. Trust me. The world is calling. If you travel for your career at any time this year, the astrological outlook portends success. Surely, I can’t guarantee that for all Aquarians, but if you take the risk, this is a-once-in-12-year chance to expand the business globally. That means business trips! Isn’t there someone in Guadalajara you must visit? Perhaps there is a contact in Singapore you need to have dinner with? It could mean clinching the deal! Whatever place is familiar to you, travel to its opposite. Your best vacation travel dates are August 7 to September 9, just in time for school. Your exciting business travel is best in November.
Trips to try: Singapore; Tokyo
Pisces
February 19-March 20
This is your travel year. It’s not every year I can say this. In fact, it’s once every 12 years. With Jupiter in your solar ninth house of cultural exploration and spiritual expansion, I recommend your grand journey take place between now and November. I’m talking epic and mythical journeys, the I-have-20-bucks-and-a-Eurorail-pass-so-see-ya-later kind of journey. Take the ring to Mount Doom, Frodo, kind of journey. Study baking in France this summer or try driving or boating around the world (in more than 80 days). Your life is set to expand greatly this year; make space for it. Even if you are stuck at home this year, read these classics: 30,000 Leagues Under the Sea, On the Road, or Under the Tuscan Sun. Bottom line: This is the year for expanding your mind, expanding your horizons, and getting a taste of different cultures. The best days to vacation or journey are all year, but specifically the month of January. I suggest business and commerce travel take place April 22 through May 13, and again September 9 through 30.
Trips to try: An off-the-beaten-path Europe trip; buy a plane ticket around the world
Please note that suggestions offered are broad and general. Consultation of one’s specific birth chart is always recommended for greater accuracy.
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