Overview
1. Outward Behavior and Public Image
The Travel House shows how you act when you are away from home. It reflects the image you give to strangers, colleagues you just met, or society in general. For example, some people may appear confident and outgoing outside, even if they are quiet at home, while others might seem shy or cautious.
2. Mirror of Your Inner Values
Because the Travel House sits opposite the Life House, it serves as a mirror of your true personality and values. Your actions in public often reveal your inner attitudes—how you treat people, handle challenges, and adapt to new surroundings.
3. Social Connections Away from Home
Unlike the Friends House, which focuses on close friends, teammates, and coworkers, the Travel House covers all the people you meet outside your usual circle. This includes casual acquaintances, professional contacts, or people you interact with while traveling or living abroad.4. Fortune During Travel or Relocation
This house gives clues about what may happen when you move to a new place, go on long trips, or even immigrate. It can show whether you’ll find luck and opportunity or face challenges and risks during your travels.
5. Career Expansion and Growth
The Travel House can reveal if your work or business will thrive outside your hometown or in foreign markets. A strong Travel House suggests that venturing out—such as studying overseas, working abroad, or investing internationally—might bring significant growth and success.
Connections
1. Travel House and Life House (Opposite House)
The Life House is directly opposite the Travel House, creating a mirror effect. Together, they show how your emotional intelligence and self-control shape the way people see you outside your home. For example, if your Life House shows patience and wisdom, you will likely appear calm and composed to strangers. If your personality is impulsive, that energy will be visible in your public image and behavior when you are away from home.
2. Travel House and Spouse House
The Travel House connects to the Spouse House through the yin/yang relationship. This link shows how your romantic opportunities and popularity may increase when you are away from familiar surroundings. It can hint that travel, relocation, or living abroad might lead you to meet important romantic partners or strengthen an existing relationship through shared experiences.
3. Travel House and Mental House
This connection reveals how your inner world—your thoughts, beliefs, and emotional well-being—affects the way you protect yourself in unfamiliar environments. A strong Mental House can mean you maintain peace of mind and good judgment while outside your comfort zone. It suggests that your inner stability helps you stay safe, make wise choices, and build positive relationships when traveling or living far from home.
Tips for Reading the Travel House
1. Read It Together with the Life House
Always interpret the Travel House and the Life House as a
pair. The Life House shows your core personality and inner qualities, while the
Travel House reflects how those traits appear in public. Looking at only one of
them can give an incomplete picture of how others perceive you.
2. First Impressions vs. Deeper Connections
The Travel House represents how you make first
impressions on strangers or casual acquaintances. However, close friendships
and long-term work relationships are better shown through the Friends House.
Someone may appear confident or charming at first (Travel House) but show a
very different side in deeper relationships (Friends).
3. Modern Meaning of Travel
In ancient times, even a trip to a nearby town involved the Travel House. Today, it covers modern situations such as moving to another city, working abroad, studying overseas, or even expanding your business internationally. Any activity that takes you out of your familiar environment relates to this palace.
4. Relocation and Overseas Work
A strong Travel House combined with a supportive Property House suggests smoother experiences when relocating or pursuing opportunities abroad. This combination indicates better chances of settling well, finding suitable housing, and thriving in a new place.
5. Match Your Favorable Elements
Consider whether the direction, type of move, or foreign opportunity aligns with your chart’s beneficial elements. For example, some moves may feel more natural or rewarding based on your strengths and tendencies.
6. Be Cautious During Unstable Times
If your fortune cycles are unstable or your Travel House clashes with unfavorable stars, avoid risky long-distance travel. During these times, it’s safer to plan carefully, postpone unnecessary trips, or take extra precautions to prevent setbacks.
7. Favorable Stars – Smooth Growth and Opportunities
When lucky or supportive stars occupy your Travel House, life outside your hometown tends to be easier and more rewarding. These stars can bring career growth, financial gains, and helpful mentors or benefactors abroad. You may find that new places open doors for promotions, partnerships, or profitable ventures, making travel or relocation a powerful way to improve your future.
8. Unfavorable Stars or Clashes – Potential Setbacks
If unfavorable stars or difficult aspects appear here, be cautious about long trips or big moves. Such placements can indicate delays, unexpected expenses, disputes, or even accidents while traveling. It doesn’t necessarily mean disaster—it just suggests you should prepare carefully, plan ahead, and avoid unnecessary risks during unstable times.
9. Special Note on Lu Cun
Lu Cun is a wealth-related star, but it doesn’t always bring blessings when sitting alone in the Travel House. It works better when it connects with other supportive stars through combinations or aspects. If well-combined, it can indicate steady resources or financial gains while abroad.
10. Special Note on Wen Chang and Wen Qu
When Wen Chang or Wen Qu are placed here, they can bring talent, intelligence, and good communication skills in foreign settings. However, they may also create emotional ups and downs, which can distract you from career goals. Staying balanced emotionally will help you fully use their advantages—such as making valuable contacts or excelling in education or business overseas.
Stars in the Travel House
(These are guidelines, not absolute facts)
A. THE 14 MAJOR STARS IN TRAVEL HOUSE
1. Zi Wei (The Emperor Star)
Zi Wei shows leadership and a desire for respect. People with this star often want to influence others and take on guiding roles. They are likely to carry themselves with dignity and confidence in unfamiliar environments.
2. Wu Qu (The Commander Star)
Wu Qu indicates a warm and approachable outward appearance, but inside, these individuals think carefully and calculate their choices. They value practicality and may form relationships based on mutual benefit when abroad.
3. Ju Men (The Messenger Star)
You have a strong competitive spirit and persuasive communication skills that make you excel in debates, but speaking too bluntly can cause friction. You may find it hard to get along with others and are sometimes inclined to stir up conflicts.
4. Po Jun (The Disruptor Star)
Po Jun brings strong willpower and determination. People with this star may appear tough or even harsh when dealing with others. They can be highly pragmatic—sometimes overly so—which can make them seem strict or unyielding in new settings.
5. Tan Lang (The Opportunist Star)
Tan Lang here points to curiosity and adventure. These individuals love exploring new places and experiences but may become restless or bored if life feels repetitive. They thrive on novelty and excitement when away from home.
6. Lian Zhen (The Integrity Star)
Lian Zhen makes a person friendly and polite, even toward competitors or rivals. They maintain good manners while still being mindful of opportunities to gain benefits. This placement suggests diplomacy mixed with practical thinking.
7. Tai Yang (The Sun Star)
Tai Yang gives a helpful and warm personality. These people like to guide or take charge of situations when outside their usual environment. They may act as leaders or mentors, offering support while maintaining control.
8. Tai Yin (The Moon Star)
Tai Yin suggests a gentle and soft outward demeanor. However, these individuals may secretly feel insecure or uncertain, even if they appear calm and composed to others during travel or relocation.
9. Tian Ji (The Thinker Star)
Tian Ji brings cleverness and a love for showing one’s skills. While intelligent and resourceful, these individuals may sometimes seem self-centered or overly focused on proving themselves.
10. Tian Fu (The Treasury Star)
Tian Fu suggests a preference for connecting with accomplished or powerful individuals. People with this star may find that travel or relocation brings them into contact with mentors, leaders, or people of high status.
11. Tian Tong (The Relaxed Star)
Tian Tong represents an easygoing and pleasant nature. People with this star prefer harmonious relationships and often avoid connections that are purely profit-driven. They value comfort and friendly interactions when in new environments.
12. Tian Liang (The Blessing Star)
You should cultivate humility—just like crouching low before a jump, modesty allows you to rise even higher.
13. Tian Xiang (The Minister Star)
With Po Jun in your Life House, you may swing between impulsiveness and hesitation—sometimes acting too quickly, other times overthinking details, like over-preparing before going out or second-guessing choices. When facing major decisions such as moving or changing jobs, trust your preparation and commit with confidence—hesitation will only hold you back.
14. Qi Sha (The Warrior Star)
B. THE SUPPORT STARS IN THE TRAVEL HOUSE
1. Wen Chang (The Intellect Star)
Indicates smooth development when working or acting away from home.
►Wen Chang Hua Ji: Beware of fraud or contract disputes when outside.
2. Wen Qu (The Intelligence Star)
Signifies benefactor help and financial gains.
►Wen Qu Hua Ji: Guard against romantic troubles or contract disputes abroad.
3. Zuo Fu (The Left Deputy Star)
Indicates you will receive help from others when traveling.
►Zuo Fu Hua Ke: Colleagues will assist you.
4. You Bi (The Right Deputy Star)
Suggests development and success due to assistance from benefactors.
C. THE 4 TRANSFORMATIONS IN THE TRAVEL HOUSE
Brings supportive people and popularity, especially when away from home. Opportunities abroad are favorable, though negative influences can turn gains into setbacks.
2. Hua Quan (Power)
Shows ambition, confidence, and a strong drive to lead. Attracts powerful allies when outside one’s familiar circle. If poorly placed, it can make a person stubborn or overly forceful.
3. Hua Ke (Fame)
Points to helpful connections and recognition in foreign places. When paired with Tai Yin Hua Lu, it also suggests steady finances later in life. Under difficult aspects, it may bring legal disputes or troubles with authority.
4. Hua Ji (Disturbance)
Creates a restless and unsettled lifestyle. Often brings constant activity, travel, or relocation. It can also indicate obstacles, setbacks, or accidents while on the move.
D. THE MINOR STARS IN THE TRAVEL HOUSE
🔵FAVORABLE STARS
1. Lu Cun (The Prosperity Star)
When Lu Cun is in the Travel House, you don’t need to worry about food or clothing when away from home; these are usually obtained smoothly.
2. Tian Ma (The Movement Star)
With Tian Ma in the Travel House, you are full of energy and activity. Movement is the source of your vitality—like a horse that cannot stay still.
3. Tian Kui (The Male Benefactor Star)
Whether at home or away, things tend to go smoothly and favorably.
4. Tian Yue (The Female Benefactor Star)
Indicates advantages in doing business or commercial activities abroad.
🔴UNFAVORABLE STARS
1. Huo Xing (The Fiery Star)
Symbolizes a bold and forceful personality. When away from home, you may be sharp and assertive—be cautious of being too hasty and suffering losses.
2. Ling Xing (The Siren Star)
Represents impatience and impulsiveness. Be careful of being overly straightforward and suffering hidden disadvantages.
3. Qing Yang (The Knife Star)
You can actively develop your career externally, earn high salaries, or achieve success. Don’t worry too much about difficulties along the way. However, beware of gossip or slander, such as rejection by new colleagues when changing jobs or rumors from new neighbors when moving.
4. Tuo Luo (The Delay Star)
Similar to Qing Yang: Actively pursuing opportunities outside can lead to high pay or business success. Still, guard against gossip or slander when transitioning to new environments or relocating.
5. Di Kong (The Misfortune Star)
Described as “wings broken mid-air.” Life tends to be unstable. When seeking jobs, doing business, or studying abroad, be careful of lacking perseverance and failing to achieve results.
6. Di Jie (The Calamity Star)
Travel House by Zodiac Branch
1. Travel House in Rat Sign
When your Travel House is in Rat, you are outgoing and easily adjust to new environments. You naturally attract supportive and helpful people when you’re away from home. At the same time, you may feel a constant urge to move, explore, or seek new opportunities. You thrive in roles that involve connecting with others—such as networking, sales, marketing, events, or public relations—where your sociable nature and quick thinking help you build strong relationships and achieve success through popularity.
2. Travel House in Ox Sign
When your Travel House is in Ox, you are careful and practical when away from home. You tend to travel or relocate for realistic goals like career growth or financial stability. Success abroad develops slowly but can be long-lasting. Although you may face early challenges, your patience and determination eventually bring solid results. You thrive in steady and reliable fields such as finance, agriculture, construction, or property—areas where persistence and hard work lead to lasting success, especially in building wealth or managing resources.
3. Travel House in Tiger Sign
When your Travel House is in Tiger, you have a bold and adventurous nature that drives you to explore new places and connect with different people. You often find that exciting opportunities arise unexpectedly when you’re away from home. However, this same energy can also bring sudden challenges or risks, so careful planning is essential. You excel in dynamic and competitive fields such as entrepreneurship, leadership, politics, the military, or sports, where courage and quick action can lead to major breakthroughs and success.
4. Travel House in Rabbit Sign
When your Travel House is in Rabbit, you are graceful, diplomatic, and skilled at forming meaningful connections abroad. You easily earn the trust and support of others, and people you meet while away from home often become valuable allies or mentors. However, your sensitivity can make it hard to feel settled if your surroundings or relationships become unstable. You shine in careers that rely on communication, creativity, and understanding—such as education, art, design, law, counseling, or cultural exchange—where your charm and negotiation skills can lead to lasting success.
5. Travel House in Dragon Sign
When your Travel House is in Dragon, you are likely to find great opportunities beyond your birthplace. Living, working, or expanding abroad can bring growth, influence, and financial rewards. However, the Dragon’s energy also brings unpredictability, so sudden changes in circumstances are possible. Staying flexible and adaptable will help you make the most of shifting situations. You are well-suited for leadership or high-profile roles in management, government, international business, or large-scale projects, where your ambition and commanding presence can shine—even amid occasional ups and downs.
6. Travel House in Snake Sign
When your Travel House is in Snake, you are strategic, insightful, and resourceful in unfamiliar environments. You often build valuable connections with influential or powerful people while away from home. However, this placement can also attract competition or jealousy, so it’s important to handle relationships with care and diplomacy. You thrive in fields that reward intelligence and careful planning—such as finance, research, technology, law, or consulting—where your analytical mind and discretion help you gain long-term advantages and strong professional alliances.
7. Travel House in Horse Sign
When your Travel House is in Horse, life tends to be full of movement, activity, and independence. You may live or work far from home and experience several relocations throughout your life. This placement gives strong energy and a love for freedom, but it can also bring sudden changes or minor travel-related risks, so staying alert is important. You thrive in fast-paced or mobile careers such as travel, logistics, transportation, tourism, or sports—any field that keeps you active and constantly on the move.
8. Travel House in Goat Sign
When your Travel House is in Goat, you prefer calm and steady changes rather than sudden moves. You’re drawn to peaceful environments where you can feel settled and secure. While abroad, you often receive support from kind benefactors, especially through social, artistic, or cultural activities. At times, you may hesitate to leave your comfort zone, but doing so can lead to rewarding experiences. You thrive in gentle, creative, and service-oriented fields such as art, design, culture, wellness, hospitality, or charity work—careers that let you nurture others and create beauty and harmony wherever you go.
9. Travel House in Monkey Sign
When your Travel House is in Monkey, you are quick-witted, adaptable, and skilled at navigating new environments. You often find success through networking, trade, or fast-paced industries while abroad. Frequent travel or changes in location may be part of your lifestyle, and your ability to think on your feet helps you make the most of new opportunities. However, impatience or overconfidence can sometimes cause missed chances, so staying focused is key. You do well in fields like commerce, technology, media, communications, or any fast-moving industry where quick thinking and strong social connections lead to success.
10. Travel House in Rooster Sign
When your Travel House is in Rooster, you tend to stand out and earn recognition or respect while abroad. Your social life is active, and you often attract attention for your confidence and talents. However, this same visibility can sometimes lead to rivalry or disagreements with others, so maintaining diplomacy is important. You excel in professions that value precision and communication—such as law, education, publishing, medicine, performance, or advisory work—where your discipline and expertise allow you to gain a strong reputation in foreign or public settings.
11. Travel House in Dog Sign
When your Travel House is in Dog, you show great endurance and determination when away from home. Although you may encounter obstacles or hardships during travel or relocation, you have the strength and perseverance to rise above them. Over time, life abroad becomes more stable, and the experiences you gain lead to lasting rewards. You thrive in service-oriented or community-based careers such as law enforcement, legal work, NGOs, or public service, where your loyalty, dedication, and resilience earn you long-term respect and success.
12. Travel House in Pig Sign
Key Points
1. The Role of the Travel or Movement House
The Travel or Movement House acts like your personal window to the outside world. It reveals how strangers see you, how you behave outside your usual environment, and whether you tend to be lucky and safe when away from home. It also shows whether traveling or relocating could bring improvement in your personal life and career.
2. Modern Meaning of This House
In ancient times, this house mainly referred to journeys and traveling far from home. In modern life, it also covers things like working overseas, moving to another city, international trade, or your general fortune while traveling. It explains why some people thrive and feel energized when they leave their hometown, while others face obstacles and repeated setbacks.
3. The Importance of Star Combinations
The stars within this house, and how they connect with other houses in your chart, reveal the reasons behind your travel or relocation patterns. A person with supportive stars here often gains opportunities and personal growth abroad. Someone with more challenging stars may face struggles, delays, or accidents when moving or traveling.
4. Connections with Other Houses
For a complete reading, the Travel House should always be studied together with the Life House, the Property House, your current fortune cycles, and other key houses. When the Travel House aligns well with your Property House and favorable locations shown in your chart, it can signal that relocating or working away from home may bring financial gains, career growth, and overall life improvement.
5. Making the Most of This House
Remember: These are general interpretations; their true meaning for you depends on the unique details of your individual birth chart and specific star placements and configurations.
All the stars discussed in this article are analyzed using the San He method to provide deeper insights. The Si Hua method doesn’t emphasize the detailed traits of individual stars or most of the minor stars; instead, it concentrates on the four transformers (Si Hua) to interpret outcomes.
Note: Since this star has been translated into many different English names both online and offline, preserving its original name in this article is essential to convey its true meaning.