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As the first sign of the zodiac calendar, Aries are known to be adventurous thrill-seekers – and their travels match their fiery energy.

"Ruled by fiery Mars, those born under Aries are bold, intense and surprisingly resilient," Astrid Bly, astrologer at California Psychics, told USA TODAY. "They are constantly seeking out new experiences, projects and adventures, and they will pursue their goals relentlessly once they’ve set their sights – even if they have to do it on their own."

Aries season kicks off March 21 and runs until April 19 – the perfect time for those born under the fearless ram to get away.

"The most important thing to them when they travel is new and unexpected experiences – new cultures, different landscapes and faraway locations will always intrigue them," Bly said.

Here are some trip ideas for Aries.

When Aries travel, they seek out exploring new parts of the world and embarking on exciting adventures – whether that's hiking to a summit, scuba diving with marine life or a going on a walking tour in a bustling city, according to Bly.

Prioritizing new activities and experiences, Aries make for the perfect solo travelers so they're not held back by travel companions. While they won't say no to a luxurious resort, Aries also don't mind bare bones accommodations as long as they're in the center of the action.

While you could spend all day relaxing at one of Maui's many world-renowned beaches, Aries prefer to take a more intrepid approach to the Valley Isle. Aries travelers will be drawn to Maui’s pristine scuba diving, hikes to cascading waterfalls, and the breathtaking ascent around the sacred Haleakala volcano.

For Aries season, the average airfare to Maui is around $638, with the cost for one night at a Maui hotel at $710 per night, according to Hopper.

After millions of years of erosion by the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon is a park of epic proportions, views and history. Spanning a length of 277 miles, the national park offers whitewater rafting trips, ambitious hiking trails through forests and red-hued canyons that are sure to meet an Aries' expectations. Aries with hiking experience can attempt the bucket list journey of traversing the Grand Canyon from the South Rim to the North Rim – a total of 21 strenuous miles with an elevation gain of nearly 6,000 feet.

Travelers can score airfare during Aries season for as low as $283 to the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas, or $344 from Phoenix, according to Hopper. The average cost of a hotel is between $318 and $379 per night.

Aries thrive in vibrant cities just as much as they crave awe-inspiring nature, and New Orleans is a perfect playground for their adventurous spirit, Bly said. From the exciting nightlife to endless live music that fills the streets and spooky ghost tours, the Big Easy will engage Aries travelers for days.

According to Expedia, flights to New Orleans are as low as $127 in late March from New York and $277 from Los Angeles in early April. Hopper said the average nightly rate for a hotel is $256.

As the first land in the U.S. to be set aside for recreation and protection in 1864, Yosemite National Park is one of the country's most iconic national parks. Ancient sequoia forests, roaring waterfalls and monoliths are just a few of the natural wonders travelers can explore in the 1,200 square miles. Aries can choose from a wide variety of activities, including rock climbing, stargazing, skiing, rafting, horseback riding and of course, hiking.

Travelers can score airfare to Fresno Yosemite International Airport for as low as $350, with the average hotel rate being $530 per night, according to Hopper.