Travel with the Power of X

Travel and XM go together like… boy bands and hair gel. Rock stars and trashed hotel rooms. Sports fans and power chants. It’s hard to have one without the other. Whether you’re catching your favorite band at the Pemberton Music Festival, jetting off to Beijing to watch the Olympic athletes compete for the gold, or traveling abroad for an adventurous getaway with your partner, XM can enhance every journey all year long.

…Music

This summer, THE music festival is north of the border! That’s right…. Canada.

One of the year’s most exciting music festivals comes from an unexpected place in the Coast Mountains in Canada. The first ever Pemberton Festival on July 25^th-27^th in Pemberton, British Columbia brings music fans the biggest acts across a variety of genres. Coldplay, Jay-Z, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and Nine Inch Nails will headline this picturesque recreational paradise. Wolfmother, Vampire Weekend and Interpol are just a sample of the line-up of over fifty bands. The event boasts two music stages, a dance stage, a festival village, as well as camping facilities and shuttle service to and from nearby Whistler.

…Sports

The Olympic rings are making their mark on the Far East this year.

This summer, athletes from around the world will descend upon Beijing, China to compete in the 2008 Summer Olympic Games. The two weeks of thrilling action will start on August 8^th with the always memorable opening ceremony. The U.S. team will send 600 athletes to compete with the almost 200 nations clamoring for their share of Olympic fame. Twenty-eight sports, from archery and badminton to fencing and gymnastics, to wrestling and volleyball, will all crown their true world champion in the world’s most elite competition. So book your flight to the Middle Kingdom NOW and see for yourself who will be standing on top of the podium, listening to their country’s national anthem, clutching the holy grail of sports, the Olympic gold medal.

…Family

Summer is the time to round your family up and organize a relaxing vacation. That’s right… RELAXING.

Planning a family trip doesn’t need to cause headaches. When you purchase an all-inclusive vacation, all of the work is already done for you! Depending on the package you choose, round-trip airfare, ground transportation, on-property lodging, meals, and entertainment may be included, as well as off-site tours and excursions. Be sure to ask about day camps and kid-friendly activities to keep your children busy while you lay back, kick your feet up, and… relax.

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…Small Business

When you’re traveling this summer, don’t forget to do your weather homework!

June first marks the beginning of hurricane season- a time when business travelers should pay extra attention to their destination’s weather conditions. Traveling during a hurricane is no joke- torrential rain, violent winds and unpredictable storm paths can cause quite the delay- and headache.

In the Caribbean, Florida and other states bordering the Gulf of Mexico, hurricane season stretches until November 30th, with August usually seeing the most activity. Always pay attention to weather reports and follow local law enforcement’s directions to ensure your trip’s success.

Access real-time travel updates from the Orbitz community at updates.orbitz.com.

…GLBT Lifestyle

Forget getting out of town! Plan a vacation abroad and get out of the country!

With many gay friendly destinations overseas, going international this summer may be the trip that you and your partner are looking for. Experience the relaxed atmosphere and sense of camaraderie in Europe, take a walk on the wild side and see the unique nature in Africa, or embrace the remarkable culture in Asia.

With so many interesting places to choose from, you can create a trip that is truly custom-made to fit your lifestyle. See the unforgettable scenery and historic treasures that the world holds and take the trip that you and your partner will cherish forever.

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