In 2023, the Lunar New Year will be Water Rabbit, the fourth of all zodiac animals according to the 12-year cycle of the Lunar calendar. For many people, the rabbit seems to be a tame and easy-going creature, which represents hope, and love for the longest of time. Stay with us to see what this year of water Rabbit has in store for your zodiac sign!

The Chinese Zodiac consists of the 12 animal signs: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. If you haven’t known yet, you can fit your birth year to the zodiac years.

Anyway, the Chinese zodiac was made based on animal worship or zoolatry, a system that has been available since 2000 years ago! Here’s a little story: the Jade Emperor sent the animals to some kind of a “Great Race”. The animal’s place in the zodiac list is fixed on the order when they arrived during the race.

Today, the Chinese zodiacs are even used to determine your fortune. You can see your career, best time to get married, and even your personality only by your Chinese zodiac.

The Chinese zodiac repeats every twelve years, it's easy to figure it out your year! Here are the 12 zodiac animals in order with accompanying years:

Although 2023 is the year of Rabbit, people who are born in the year of Rabbit may face some challenges that are considered life-changing. Thus, you’re advised to live more carefully about every aspect of your life in 2023, including traveling.

The strengths of the Rabbit lie in their good social relationships. Thus, to calm your mind and get ready for life-changing situations, it is recommended that you unwind in destinations such as Langkawi, where the local communities are very friendly and gentle, which is suitable for someone with good social relationships like yourself.

📍Destination to visit: Langkawi, Malaysia.
Friendly and gentle local communities!
(Read article about Langkawi: Things To Do In Langkawi)

If you’re born in the year of the Rat, your new year is expected to be filled with love and affection because maintaining harmony, happiness, and joy is your natural habit!

The strengths of the Rat lie in their quick-witted nature and how positive and intelligent you are. Thus, although you might face some ostracization problems, such as your friends canceling your travel plans at the very last minute due to unforeseen issues, your quick thinking will get you through all the last-minute planning without a doubt.

📍Destination to visit: Seoul, South Korea

So that you can find your seoul-mate!

(Read article about South Korea: South Korea Itinerary)

The Ox is said to have very good fortune in the year 2023. With good luck on their side, people who were born in the year of Ox will be presented with countless opportunities. While you explore those opportunities, don’t forget to always take some time off and treat yourself to a nice vacation so you can come back on the grind refreshed!

📍Destination to visit: Phuket, Thailand

Head clear from all the hustle and bustle!

(Read article about Phuket: Things to do in Phuket)

The strengths of the Tiger lie in how passionate and brave you are in facing challenges and adventures. Although you might be slightly overconfident, their daring attitudes are what keep them climbing higher and higher.

Thus, if you ever feel like challenging yourself, you should definitely visit some exciting outdoor activities, such as rock climbing, to get your adrenaline pumping!

📍Destination to visit: Mount Kinabalu, Malaysia

Suitable for a challenger like you!

(Read article about Kinabalu: what to do in Kinabalu)

It’s said that if you’re born in the year of the dragon, you should maintain a sharp focus on everything you do, and the lucky stars will shine on you this year!

Dragon-birth-year people are often independent, determined, energetic, and popular among their friends. Thus, maintaining such good relationships by going on group activities or travels would allow them to let out vibrant energy to influence their friends positively.

📍Destination to visit: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Here are best hotel in Kuala Lumpur for you

A vibrant city best for the positive minds!

Entering 2023, the Snakes are predicted to have a smooth sailing journey wherever you go. That being said, snake-birth-year people are predicted to face small ailments along the way. You’ll need to stay calm and be perspective in analyzing the challenges to overcome them. Every now and then, it’s good to take some time off and realign, traveling to a relaxing destination such as Bali, would probably be of great help!

📍Destination to visit: Bali, Indonesia

The best place to help you stay calm and be intuitive!

Read article about Bali: Things to do in Bali

According to the 2023 Lunar Calendar, if you’re born in the year of Horse, then you’ll most likely have good health and be blessed with prosperous wealth!

Approaching life with a positive attitude is what you do best. Thus, traveling to the hidden gems within the SEA region will broaden your horizon, thus, opening you up to endless possibilities.

📍Destination to visit: Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

Visiting this hidden gem opens you up to endless possibilities!

Read article about Best hotels about Ho Chi Minh

Luck is often average for goat-birth-year people in the year 2023. As you live through the year, you may find things to be a little mundane, but that’s alright. As long as you find things to keep yourself busy and manage your time well, you’ll go through the year just fine! Planning multiple vacations to re-explore Malaysia seems like a good plan for the Goats.

📍Destination to visit: Osaka, Japan

Keeping yourself busy in a calming environment is the best for you.

Read the article about Things To Do In Osaka Japan!

The year 2023 will be a stagnant one for people who were born in the year of the Monkey. This means that exciting things might only happen with you planning them!

However, as quick-witted and brave as the Monkey, creating an opportunity for something fun is what you’re good at doing. Thus, planning activities or travels to adrenaline-pumping theme parks might be a good idea for you.

📍Destination to visit: Hong Kong

A land of opportunities to experience something fun!

Read article about 3D2N Hong Kong

It is predicted that if you’re born in the year of Rooster, you’ll be facing positive challenges throughout the year 2023.

Although you might be getting a little bit overwhelmed due to the many changes, despite them being a positive experience, it’s said that spending time with your loved ones, such as family and friends, would allow you to steer through all troubles in the right direction!

Thus, planning more time with those who you cherish most by traveling or going out for some activities is something that you should focus on this year.

📍Destination to visit: Sentosa, Singapore

A near yet a fun destination for a positive experience.

Read article about singapore Places to Chill In Singapore

Fortunately for the Dogs, your luck will be relatively stable due to the compatibility of your zodiac sign with the Rabbit. However, your fortune might be full of twists and turns depending on how well you manage them.

Being overly emotional is one of the Dogs’ weaknesses. Hence, if you ever come across any trouble, make sure to calm down and unwind off a relaxing staycation in Villa Singapore!

📍Destination to visit: Tokyo, Japan

Splurge and treat yourself on a luxurious getaway on a luxurious year!

Read article about Best Food In Tokyo

The year of the Rabbit will also be a good year for pig-year-born people due to the compatibility between these two zodiac animals! With the compassionate and generous nature of the Pig, most of your days might be filled with joy as you’re able to positively influence people and gain their trust.

📍Destination to visit: Sydney, Australia

Take a leap to explore the rich culture of the city will positively influence you.

Read article about Top Things To Do In Sydney

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