From luxury-loving Taurus to adventure-hungry Sagittarius, here’s the cruise you should book based on your star sign – because sometimes the stars really do know best.
From luxury-loving Taurus to adventure-hungry Sagittarius, here’s the cruise you should book based on your star sign – because sometimes the stars really do know best.
Words by Samantha Priestley
Almost half of all Brits make life decisions, sometimes big ones, based on their horoscopes, so why not let the stars advise you on how to holiday? After all, with so many different destinations and types of cruises, a little help narrowing down your perfect trip can only be a good thing.
Whether your astrological sign means you love luxury or crave alone time, there’s a cruise that’s right for you.
January 20th – February 18th
Aquarius are naturally nurturing people, they’re more interested in the well-being of others than themselves, which can sometimes be their downfall. But their love of building new connections and their need to give back to local economies and communities, means they thrive in group situations.
The AmaWaterways Grand Danube Cruise gives Aquarius some much-needed downtime while also letting them flex those social muscles. As the water bearer, Aquarius loves the feeling of travelling downstream. As the Danube crosses borders and flows through life, Aquarius can feel an affinity with the river most of us can’t comprehend.
February 19th – March 20th
Creative and with emotional intelligence, Pisces has a ton of heart and soul and isn’t afraid to show their feelings. They’re prone to daydreaming, love a good story and are all about having as much fun as possible. So, it might come as no surprise to learn, they’re usually Disney fans.
The Disney Cruise Line’s Spain Cruise aboard Disney Dream gives Pisces the chance to step into that daydream world and live it. On shore, Spain gives Pisces a chance to lap up those dreamy and romantic beach scenes, and as a water sign, Pisces loves nothing more than a seaside setting with a deep history and culture to explore.
March 21st – April 19th
Aries has a lust for adventure only matched by their desire to always be at the front of the pack. This makes the Frontier Canada Adventure Canada Cruise – Circumnavigate Newfoundland, the ideal trip, as it gives you a taste of what being a pioneer is really like.
With iceberg viewing, whale watching, and an 11th-century Viking site, Newfoundland allows Aries to feel like the adventurer they know they are.
April 20th – May 20th
At the top of any Taurean’s list of must-haves on holiday is luxury and comfort. And who can blame them? Their absolute need for the finer things in life is non-negotiable, making the ideal cruise Cunard’s Norwegian Fjords.
The touches of excellence onboard and the beauty of the landscapes will tick those hard-to-please boxes. The calmness of the fjords and the chance to see the northern lights bring the serenity and the showmanship Taurus desires.
May 21st – June 21st
Gemini just loves to have fun, but sometimes fun can be exhausting and when that happens Gemini is going to want to retreat. This can come across as all or nothing, but Geminis are endlessly curious, so if it’s not full-throttle fun it’s deep conversations and a fascination with other cultures.
This makes a Carnival Asia cruise the ideal marriage of the two sides for Gemini. The high-energy vibe and the fast-paced way of life in Asia suit Gemini’s need for constant stimulation.
June 22nd – July 22nd
Loyal and sensitive Cancer loves nothing more than a deep conversation and a meaningful connection with others, but their own space is also important. Holland America Line’s Mexico Riviera & Circle Hawaii is perfect because it gives Cancer the order and well-planned structure they need while also catering to their interest in other cultures.
The island life of Hawaii and the coast of Mexico allow Cancer to relax and breathe in the beauty, finding the slow pace they love.
July 23rd – August 22nd
Leos not only love being the star of the show, but they believe they are the star. Main character syndrome, anyone? On the upside this makes them lots of fun to be around and they always bring a touch of glam to wherever they are.
With a love for flamboyancy and a touch of drama, their ideal cruise is the Celebrity Cruises Italian Riviera & France sailing. The glamour and sophistication of Italy and France let them believe they are in their own movie. Plus, Leo just loves to shop.
August 23rd – September 22nd
With their analytical brains and their love of details that borders on obsession, Virgo is going to want to rate experiences and take notes on everything while on holiday. Seriously, that smart brain never stops.
The Variety Cruises Wines of Greece cruise gives Virgo something to sink their teeth into, as they love nothing more than a special interest. And speaking of special interests, Virgo loves taking a deeper dive into Greek mythology while they are there, immersing themselves in the culture and history of this ancient land.
September 23rd – October 23rd
We all get a touch of FOMO sometimes, but for Libra FOMO is a lifestyle. This means they love choice, but struggle to make a choice as they never want to miss out on anything.
Virgin Voyages’ Miami to Casablanca & Barcelona cruise gives Libra the best of all worlds as there’s so much going on and the cruise caters to all types of people, Libra never has to make a choice. In Miami, Libra loves the vibrant party atmosphere that keeps their cup full 24/7, while in Casablanca the romance and laid-back luxury feed their soul.
October 24th – November 21st
Scorpio loves adventure and they’re passionate about life, which means they do sometimes push themselves pretty hard. Princess Cruises’ Eastern Caribbean with Puerto Rico voyage gives Scorpio a chance to show off their dependable nature, their reliability, and their resourcefulness.
Just remember, Scorpio, holidays are supposed to be fun too. By all means lean into the dramatic landscapes and fuel your love for adventure, but take it down a notch or two in Puerto Rico and allow yourself to sit with the peace of the tropical environment.
November 22nd – December 21st
Adventure-loving Sagittarius likes to be in control of their own destiny, but that doesn’t mean they’re rigid. Quite the opposite. Sagittarius loves life and is always ready to discover and explore it, making the Seabourn Remote Indonesia & Islands of the Pacific Theatre cruise the ideal trip to satisfy that hunger for the next expedition.
In Indonesia, Sagittarius feels the freedom of exploring a new culture and exercising their wanderlust, connecting with new people and trying new things.
December 22nd – January 19th
Ambitious and independent, Capricorn likes being a winner in life. When it comes to holidays they love learning new things, learning about other people, other cultures, themselves, and the world in general.
An MSC Alaska cruise will bond them with their fellow adventurers and give them that sense of place and their place in it, they desire so much. The wild and often challenging landscape of Alaska, gives Capricorn that sense of achievement they thrive on.
Samantha is a travel and food & drink writer with 10 years’ experience. She can often be found walking in Scotland, checking off as many Greek beaches as possible, or heading for the nearest spa. She lives in Yorkshire with her artist partner, where she writes for various media outlets. Her current cruise goals include Japan and a Portuguese river cruise.
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