Star Sign Travel: 9 Top Scorpio Vacation Destinations

Even as first-timers to Paris, Scorpios should plan to go well beyond just the typical tourist attractions like the Eiffel Tower. Scorpio is the zodiac’s conqueror, so consider exploring artifacts of Napoleon’s reign like the Arc de Triomphe and L’Opera. This star sign’s trademark morbid fascination means a visit to the famously eerie Paris Catacombs should be on the list.

But acting like a local is also a draw for Scorpios, so consider wandering a less-touristy arrondissement, finding the perfect café for people-watching, and sipping cafe noir like a real Parisian.

Scorpios will love the romance and intrigue of Marrakech. It’s easy to blend into the hustle and bustle of the Medina, but the celestial delights of a night sky at a Bedouin camp in the Agafay Desert also call to this star sign. Alternatively, Scorpio is a water sign attracted to the lush oasis of the Ourika Valley or surf destination Essaouira. You can easily take a day trip from Marrakech to Essaouira or spend time there getting to know the waves and the locals.

Besides being the adventure capital of the world, Queenstown, located on New Zealand’s South Island, is the perfect base camp for Scorpios who want to relax at Milford Sound, sample the country’s wine blends at Central Otago, or golf at Jack’s Point. But ambitious, adrenaline junkie Scorpios will definitely want to glide with the Skyline Queenstown gondola, whitewater raft the Karawu River, or do what this city is known for: bungee jumping.

Nassau is full of dark and intriguing history, and Scorpios should head to the Pirates of Nassau Museum to learn all about it. However, the archipelago’s powdery sand beaches fringed by palms and clear turquoise waters are anything but macabre. Intense Scorpios need time to unwind and should head to the laidback Exumas or the quieter southwest coast of Grand Bahama where you’ll find Deadman’s Reef(Paradise Cove). And Rose Island’s adorable swimming pigs are a match for Scorpio's offbeat sense of humor.

Before White Lotus and even The Godfather, Sicily was alluring to off-the-beaten-path travelers. Although it’s more popular today, the Italian outpost appeals to the fearless and curious side of Scorpios. Just like this star sign, Sicily has many layers, from its geology (the famous Mt. Etna volcano), unique cuisine, and vineyards. Scorpio travelers will especially like that Sicily’s been a seat of power from ancient civilizations to the Mafia era.

One of the sexiest cities in the world, Rio de Janeiro emits a sensual appeal and edginess that vibes with Scorpios. Explore the favelas with a guided tour, join the sleek bodies that flock to Ipanema Beach, and take in the vibrance of a samba and bossa nova show. Rio buzzes with non-stop energy, so if you’re an introspective Scorpio who needs a little downtime, take a break after checking out Sugarloaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer Statue.

With its rich cultural heritage and all-night party scene complete with a ghoulish, haunted history, Scorpios will feel right at home in New Orleans. Although this star sign isn’t a rowdy one, Bourbon Street may bring out the indulgent, hedonistic side of Scorpios. Plan to check out the unearthly side of New Orleans with a ghost, vampire, and voodoo tour or a visit to the notoriously haunted LaLaurie Mansion. Scorpio isn’t afraid of a little spice, so plan a classic steamboat dinner cruise or food tour to sample Creole and Cajun cooking.

Although Scorpios love black, the pink city of Jaipur, Rajasthan’s crown jewel, might have this star sign rethinking color choices. Its legendary displays of power and royalty, like the Palace of the Wind, mesh perfectly with a Scorpio’s need to control. Travelers with this water sign should visit the Jal Mahal (Water Palace), a mystical structure set directly inside the Man Sagar Lake. Since Scorpios don’t have the patience for Jaipur’s crazy traffic, a bike tour of the city’s market streets and alleyways may be a better choice.

Northern Ireland is home to some impressive natural landscapes. Its fierce beauty can help Scorpios understand the locals’ deep connection to the land. From Belfast, take in remnants of The Troubles from a London black cab or head out on a road trip along the epic Antrim Coastal Road. From there, wind along Northern Ireland’s curves until you get to the UNESCO–listed Giant’s Causeway, where natural forces have shaped the land in mysterious ways, and everyone has a legend to tell about Irish warrior Finn McCool.