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Of all the star signs, Cancer is the biggest home bird. Cancers often tend towards slower travel destinations with friendly locals who welcome them and make them feel at home.
With the bull for its symbol, Taurus has a reputation for being stubborn. Tauruses tend to gravitate towards material pleasures and are often partial to sunbathing and great food.
While it can be difficult to convince Virgos to take a vacation in the first place, they can often be persuaded if there is a humanitarian cause involved.
People born in Libra tend to be inspired by beauty and artistic pursuits. They often tend towards travel destinations that allow them to appreciate the world's natural wonders.
The final fire sign, Sagittarius, is the most adventurous of the lot. Sags love to venture off the beaten track and are motivated by new and exciting experiences.
Arguably the most mysterious of the zodiac signs, Scorpio tends towards travel destinations where there are hidden stories to uncover.
The Leos among us are bold and brave. They often find themselves drawn towards lively environments where they can allow their creative light to shine.
One of the more empathetic signs, Pisces normally favors trips that involve lots of art and beauty to explore. Cooperative communities are often a great bet.
Just like Virgos, Caps tend to struggle with taking time off. The most ambitious of the star signs, they sometimes need to be reminded that it's okay to relax.
The most socially acrobatic of the star signs, Gemini has a reputation for getting easily bored. Any travel schedule must be flexible to allow for changing moods.
Aquarius is different from the other air signs in that it doesn't mind standing out. Aquarius babies often enjoy travel destinations that allow them to experience an alternative lifestyle.
As the first sign of the zodiac, Aries, you're a trailblazer who loves to take the lead. You love to break new ground and pack your itinerary full of fun activities.
The fire signs (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius) are creative and confident. They are known for their fiery personalities and tempers, which makes choosing the right travel companion all the more important.
As a general rule, the water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) are the most empathetic. They have a tendency to get a little bogged down, so a travel partner that lifts them out of themselves is great.
For that exact reason, Taurus is a great match for Capricorn when it comes to travel. They will have no qualms about balancing out a strident Capricorn and forcing them to relax.
Sources: (Lonely Planet)
A great sign to travel with Cancer is Virgo. Virgo will take good care of Cancer, while Cancer will make sure Virgo manages to relax and unwind.
Virgos love to help others live their best lives, and a great partner in doing so is Gemini. Both signs thrive on connection and will serve each other well as travel companions.
Capricorn also tends towards depth and neither sign is intimidated by hard work. Together these signs will thrive as they travel, whether they are climbing a mountain or exploring ancient ruins.
A great travel partner for you, Sagittarius, is Aquarius. This sign thrives on intellectual challenge and stimulation; an Aquarius will be happy to go along with plans that other signs might deem too crazy.
Pisces and Libra share many of the same qualities, so these two make a nice pairing. Both are relaxed about decision-making; last-minute plans aren't a problem.
Cancer makes a great travel mate for Taurus. Neither will need much convincing to take a day off from sightseeing and kick back poolside.
If you are looking for someone to travel with, Aquarius, you could do worse than Scorpio. A Scorpio companion will appreciate your curious nature and have many great ideas for plans.
A strong contender for travel with Gemini is Sagittarius. Any Sag will be happy with last-minute plan changes, provided the new plan involves a new adventure.
If you're a Leo and are looking for a travel companion, you could do a lot worse than Aries. Aries is one of the few signs that can match your pace without feeling threatened.
Your ideal travel partner would be a Libra, whose laid-back personality allows you the space to take the reins. They will also help to keep the peace should your fiery temper get the better of you along the way.
Perhaps surprisingly, a great travel companion for Pisces is Leo. Extroverted Leo will encourage Pisces to follow their own path, while introverted Pisces will encourage Leo to slow down and form authentic connections.
Ever come back from a vacation and not felt as rested as you thought you would? Of course, there are many things that can go wrong when you're on vacation. Going with the wrong person or people, however, should not be one of them.
Astrology tells us that we are more likely to enjoy and get the most out of our vacation if we go away with someone who has a compatible sign. With this in mind, check out the following gallery to find out which star sign makes for your ultimate travel companion.
The perfect travel partner for you, according to your star sign
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Ever come back from a vacation and not felt as rested as you thought you would? Of course, there are many things that can go wrong when you're on vacation. Going with the wrong person or people, however, should not be one of them.
Astrology tells us that we are more likely to enjoy and get the most out of our vacation if we go away with someone who has a compatible sign. With this in mind, check out the following gallery to find out which star sign makes for your ultimate travel companion.