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Where Each Zodiac Should Holiday This Summer Based On Astro Mapping

Published on May 4, 2023 by The April Diaries2 Comments

Holiday Destinations Based On Your Zodiacs Sun Line
Zodiac Sign	Sun Location
Aries	Sicily, Italy
Taurus	Marmaris, Turkey
Gemini	Helsinki, Finland
Cancer	Santorini, Greece
Leo	Boracay, Philippines
Virgo	Perth, Australia
Libra	Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Scorpio	Sibiu, Romania
Sagittarius	Oslo, Norway
Capricorn	Dubrovnik, Croatia

Aries

Traits: Energetic, active, escapist

Sun Line: Sicily, Italy

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“When at their sun location, Aries’ ever-active personality is going to consume their time. Sicily, surrounded by picturesque white beaches,is the ideal location for Aries to receive some much needed downtime, providing an escape from the real world. Aries will find increased pleasure in their energetic lifestyle making it the perfect excuse to take up a new hobby this holiday.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Taurus

Traits: Adventurous, warm, peaceful

Sun Line: Marmaris, Turkey

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“At Taurus’ sun line location, their warmth and peacefulness are built right in. Marmaris is a small spot on Turkey’s ‘turquoise coast’. Famous for its white sand in the day and bustling nightlife culture along the main street, it provides a perfect escape from reality for Taurus’ to really get in touch with their inner self and seek things that make them happy, powered by their sun line. A truly relaxing holiday could be just what Taurus needs, so put your feet in the sand and breathe.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Gemini

Traits: Curious, playful, creative

Sun Line: Helsinki, Finland

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“Trips to Gemini’s sun sign location were already designed with friskiness in mind. Helsinki’s art culture is filled with a wide range of styles and activities from underground techno dance parties to abstract painting classes. Helsinki will provide Gemini’s with the perfect place to indulge in their artistic passions. Underground parties and art will fill your soul, reinvigorating you and giving you the excitement you so desperately seek.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Cancer

Traits: Sensitive, romantic, daydreamers

Sun Line: Santorini, Greece

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“Cancer’s hopeless romantic tendencies will be at the forefront of their sun location. Santorini is famous for its long volcanic beaches, picturesque buildings and beautiful sunsets. This quaint island is perfect for Cancer’s to discover their true desires and have fun with the help of their sun line. Lost in the blue sea, sipping wine, it will provide the perfect escape into a romance novel ”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Leo

Traits: Confident, passionate, fiery

Sun Line: Boracay, Philippines

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“Leo’s sunny nature will stand out wherever they go. Boracay is a small island in the central Philippines. Crystal blue water, pure white sand and magical sunsets make the perfect location for Leo’s to relax and recenter. Aided by their sun line, Leo’s can expect to experience more joy and optimism holidaying in this location, and everyone will be enamoured with their bright nature..”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Virgo

Traits: Sociable, spontaneous, energetic

Sun Line: Perth, Australia

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“Virgo’s ability to squeeze a dozen destinations into a single morning will be apparent when visiting their sun location. This skill will be required, as they always pick busy destinations. Perth is home to art galleries, theatres, beautiful sandy beaches, riverside bars and picturesque botanical gardens. Virgo’s will thrive in Perth this summer, lining up with their sun line allows them to have all the energy they may need to indulge and recenter their desires.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Libra

Traits: Idealistic, sophisticated, curious

Sun Line: Plovdiv, Bulgaria

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“Libra’s elegant ways will make their sun location feel sophisticated, yet different to most. Plovdiv is one of the oldest cities in Europe, home to a beautiful ancient roman theatre and cobblestoned streets. Filled to the brim with culture, historical relevance and natural beauty, Plovdiv provides the perfect location for Libra’s to explore.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Scorpio

Traits: Mysterious, brave, determined

Sun Line:Sibiu, Romania

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“Scorpio’s love of the unusual may draw attention at their sun location, as they’ll find hidden gems untouched by tourists. Sibiu is well known for its Germanic architecture, rich history, old legends, and colourful houses. Scoripo’s will find themselves lost in the quaint city’s charm. With the help of Scorpio’s sun line they will find themselves starting to relax and take pleasure in the small things, taking a step back to appreciate the present moment.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Sagittarius

Traits: Free spirited, independent, quirky

Sun Line: Oslo, Norway

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“Sagittarius’ are known to be adventurous and quirky, and their sun line would certainly agree. Their sun location will be all about freedom and joy, as that’s their top requirement from a vacation, whilst still being odd enough to be different. Oslo is famous for its vast green spaces,incredible museums, stunning views of the ocean and occasionally even the northern lights are visible. With the help of their sun line they will experience increased joy in the little things, and leave this holiday feeling more optimistic about things to come.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Capricorn

Traits: Elegant, playful, optimistic

Sun Line: Dubrovnik, Croatia

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“Capricorn’s love of luxury will stand out at their sun location, they will feel at ease and allow themselves to let loose a little more.With support from their sun line Capricorn can expect to leave Dubrovnik with an energised view of the world, full of optimism and hope, ready to put their plans into place to truly affect change. The sun and the sea certainly allow Capricorns to feel at home, and the all inclusive resorts do help.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Aquarius

Traits: Active, carefree, creative

Sun Line: Vienna, Austria

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“Aquarius’ creativity will surprise most when they are booking holidays. They thrive to find a hidden gem, filled with culture and history – no matter how odd it might be. Vienna is the perfect location for Aquarius’ to visit this summer. Filled with music, food and art Aquarius have the ability to truly lose themselves in beauty and fun. They will be able to enjoy all this city has to offer, whilst reconnecting with their true desires, leaving Vienna feeling optimistic for all to come.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Pisces

Traits: Dreamy, escapist, romantic

Sun Line: Paris, France

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“Pisces’ love of love and life will become apparent when travelling. Their loved ones will be with them and spending time will be a priority with romance at the forefront of all their actions, to be led around the city by their heart. Paris is known for pleasure and indulgence, so it’s easy to understand why Pisces’ sun line is drawing them here. With the extra energy provided by the sun line Pisces’ will be able to let go and fully enjoy everything Paris has to offer..”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Study commissioned by https://www.psychicworld.com/

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April’s 10: Summer Reading List

Published on April 26, 2021 by The April DiariesLeave a comment

For a while, I’ve never considered myself the “reading type,” but it’s more than essential to my field of study. It helps people to think critically, analyze, and generate new ideas. In fact, I was very bookish as a child. Reading has become more than an escape from reality in the time of COVID, it’s become a lifestyle.

With that being said, summer is upon us. So, here are a few reads I’m adding to the official “April Diaries Summer Reading List”! (Also, apologies for the lack of images, I just got a new laptop — a MacBook Air — and I still haven’t mastered its entirety!)

A Sky Painted Gold by Laura Wood.
The Ex Talk by Rachel Lyn Solomon.
The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner.
Almost French by Sarah Turnbull.
Regretting You by Colleen Hoover.
Atomic Habits by James Clear.
How To Lead by David M. Rubenstein.
The Jazz of Physics by Stephon Alexander.
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee.
Anything else you can feast your eyes on! It’s up to you!

What do you think of calling this series the “April’s 10”? Let me know in the comments and happy reading!

Also, if you don’t think reading is cool then there is something wrong with you.

xoxo, April

Here’s To The Best Summer Of My Life: A Reflection

Published on August 24, 2018August 24, 2018 by The April Diaries4 Comments

So, as most of you know, I just wrapped up my editorial internship at Rhode Island Monthly, and it’s been a dream come true.

Rhode Island Monthly is the premier publication in Rhode Island, and I’m forever grateful to have been a part of it for nearly four months. It’s almost weird not going into Providence every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Some of the highlights include:

Best of RI Party

I wrote an entire blog post about my experience here.

2. Interviewing Maria del Carmen Mercado

via Rhode Island Monthly

Maria del Carmen Mercado is an RI fashion designer. She taught me so much in this one interview. For example, why post on social media every day when you can just post something and say “hey, this is what I’ve been working on,” or something inspiring. Read the entire article here.

3. Trying out a (free) fitness class

Photo by me

To read the full article, click here.

4. Branching out of my comfort zone and writing my own fashion blog!

At RIM, I was blessed with the opportunity to create my own “fashion plate” on the site. One of the (many) things I did was go out and take photos of young women in PVD to compile a Fashion-Forward: Street Style in PVD post. This was definitely one way of branching out of my comfort zone.

5. Throwing the first pitch at a PawSox game

I know, I have bad form, but my aim was okay! This came as a surprise for all three of us, interns. It started with a picture, then we were told to get into a single-file line onto the field and we were each given a ball. None of us knew what we were doing! When we were told to throw the balls to the catcher, Fernando, we just went with the flow and, yes, someone got a picture of us throwing the FIRST PITCH! We then had to get all of the RI Monthly employees to sign our balls. Did the PawSox win? No, but we all won a HUGE highlight of our summer internships.

6. Meeting fashion icon, Iris Apfel

Yes, this is Iris Apfel still killing the fashion game at ninety-six-years-old! I met her at RIB & RHEIN in Newport. For the full article, click here.

I definitely found fashion to be my “niche” this past summer and will continue to write about it wherever the wind takes me! Rhode Island may not be the fashion capital of America, but it certainly is the “Creative Capital.”

Thank you, Rhode Island Monthly, for the best summer of my life ☺♥

Next stop, an Editorial Fellowship at College Fashionista, my junior year at RWU, and SENIOR SEMINAR/THESIS!

xoxo,

April

THE FASHION DIARIES: How To Style Birkenstocks (are they the new uggs?)

Published on August 12, 2018 by The April DiariesLeave a comment

Happy Sunday, my (A)pril-Listers! I had a busy weekend (hi Kristen, hi Katelyn!) My best friends from Massachusetts came all the way down to little Rhodey to visit me! Over the weekend I found out their beauty secrets (which I’ll be sure to post at some point) and we definitely kept the weekend fashionable.

So I gave into the trend I used to make fun of, Birkenstocks! Yes, I bought a pair from SHEIN. This dress I’m about to show you that I just got from SHEIN is TO DIE FOR and I couldn’t wait to share it with y’all. Not to mention it’s PERFECT with Birkenstocks.

I bought the traditional tan Birkenstocks because, duh, tan goes with everything! Like I said, I used to make fun of them but now, I just can’t get enough! I want them in black, pink, white, every color imaginable!

Okay, judge me, because Birkenstocks are basically the new UGG fad for the summer/springtime. But personally, I think they’re both timeless trends. I mean, hey, jeans have been around for decades and people still wear them, even if they are wide-legged.

P.S. Jeans with Birkenstocks = HAWT (especially with skinny jeans).

Without further ado… here’s a couple of ways I’ve styled the infamous Birks.

Festival Style

Yes, it was 90+ degrees and I was still wearing a cardigan strictly for this artsy, festival look.

Nevertheless, Birkenstocks are THE show for festivals. In this case, my friend and I went to the Warren Folk Festival last weekend, where we were going to be walking (and, of course, bearing the heat.) So, I wanted to go for a more casual look. Here I am wearing (literal) cut-offs jean shorts that come down just at the middle of the thigh. I’m wearing the vintage sunglasses I bought at Urban Outfitters and a simple, black tank-top. Oh yeah, and don’t forget the fedora (;

2. Sunday Brunch

This is the dress I’ve been dying to show on my blog. It’s from SHEIN and it has blue stripes and orange and pink tassels, which are SO in right now. I have never been so in love with a dress before. But this goes to show that Birkenstocks can definitely go with any casual dress. I was thinking of my little black short-sleeve dress with a v-neck that I also purchased from SHEIN.

These shoes are also perfect if you want to get a pedicure (yes, my friends and I got ~blue~ pedicures.) My toes are Tiffany-Blue ☺

Birkenstocks are also great for toning down a cute romper and achieving a more casual look.

Start your end-of-summer looks off with sliding your feet into a comfortable pair of Birkenstocks! These shoes are also perfect for walking around campus (especially if your campus is larger.)

xoxo,

April

I do not own any of the gifs used in this blog post.***

THE FASHION DIARIES: Spring Fashion Mambo

Published on May 7, 2018May 7, 2018 by The April DiariesLeave a comment

Once again, I’m taking a break from the millions of things I have to do before finals to bring you another FASHION DIARIES. No, I am not in finals week (yet), but I will be next week. Thus far, I have finished 2/5 of the things I have to do. Like Nelson Mandela once said, “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” (I should be saving that for when I do my senior sem/thesis next year).

So, without further ado, here is what I like to call the spring fashion mambo for any event/occasion!

1.) Carnival Cutie (photo taken by my dear friend, Francis — hi!)

My school hosted a carnival/block party a couple of Saturdays ago. I wanted to look cute, yet comfortable because I would obviously be going on rides and eating greasy food (Francis and I waited about an hour for Frisky Fries — so worth it!). So, I brought out the gingham print shirt and the red pants (carnival and barbeque patterns/colors). The one (or two) things missing in this picture are my classic beige Sperry Topsiders. One other essential is my cat-eye sunglasses. P.S. see my gingham blog post for my take on the trend!

2.) Sunday Studious Style

One classic piece to wear this spring/summer season is a denim jacket — no matter if it’s a dark wash or light wash or distressed or embroidered! In this case, I appropriated my mom’s embroidered dark-wash embroidered jacket. I recently bought this off-the-shoulder red-striped dress from rainbowshops.com (that’s where I also got my gingham top from above). Regardless, a denim jacket I believe is essential for any wardrobe. You could pair any pair of casual shoe with this ensemble, but I decided to sport my trusty Sperry Topsiders for this Sunday outfit. This outfit is perfect for studying at your local library, coffee shop, going to church, or walking by the bay (for those of you who don’t know, I live seaside!).

3.) The Maxi-Dress… ‘nough said.

First of all, my campus is beautiful — I thought I’d just throw that out there ☺ Again, I bought this dress at Rainbowshops.com (where else?) and I am actually wearing this dress right now as we speak! I decided to bring out a bold, statement necklace to complete my maxi-dress and sandals look. The necklace is a combination of gold, silver, and rose-gold. Sandals are from TJMAXX and they are nude and gold thong sandals. This dress also has a bold slit (I’ve been so tempted to do the famous Angelina Jolie slit stance). The vertical stripes make me look taller than I actually am and the belt/cinching is in the perfect place. This outfit is a perfect business casual outfit and perfect for any occasion, really!