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                    <title><![CDATA[This Popular US Destination Is Being Banned By Cruise Lines For Being Too Dangerous]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2148743/tracy-arm-fjord-alaska-popular-us-destination-banned-cruise-lines-too-dangerous/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Carolyn Hall)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2148743/tracy-arm-fjord-alaska-popular-us-destination-banned-cruise-lines-too-dangerous/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[This bucket list-worthy attraction is being dropped from major cruise itineraries in 2026 due to serious safety concerns. Here&#39;s what travelers need to know.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This bucket list-worthy attraction is being dropped from major cruise itineraries in 2026 due to serious safety concerns. Here&#39;s what travelers need to know.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/this-popular-us-destination-is-being-banned-by-cruise-lines-for-being-too-dangerous/intro-1776251342.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Disney's New, Budget-Friendly Summer Ticket Offer Can Help You Beat The Florida Heat]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2148333/after-2pm-disney-new-budget-friendly-summer-ticket-offer-beat-florida-heat/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Joshua Meyer)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2148333/after-2pm-disney-new-budget-friendly-summer-ticket-offer-beat-florida-heat/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[If you're looking for a Disney Park discount, here are the pros and cons of a new budget-friendly summer ticket that might help you beat the Florida heat.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you're looking for a Disney Park discount, here are the pros and cons of a new budget-friendly summer ticket that might help you beat the Florida heat.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/disneys-new-budget-friendly-summer-ticket-offer-can-help-you-beat-the-florida-heat/intro-1776198239.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[These Major US Airlines Are Now Charging Travelers More For Checked Baggage]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2147115/delta-united-jetblue-major-us-airlines-charging-travelers-more-checked-baggage/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Felix Gott)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[Planes, Trains And Automobiles]]></category>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2147115/delta-united-jetblue-major-us-airlines-charging-travelers-more-checked-baggage/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Just when you thought air travel couldn&#39;t get more expensive, these major U.S. airlines have announced that they are raising prices for checked bags.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Just when you thought air travel couldn&#39;t get more expensive, these major U.S. airlines have announced that they are raising prices for checked bags.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/these-major-us-airlines-are-now-charging-travelers-more-for-checked-baggage/intro-1776102883.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Why US Officials Are Cautioning American Tourists Visiting The 'Maldives Of Europe']]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2146720/albania-targeted-attacks-why-us-officials-cautioning-american-tourists-visiting-maldives-of-europe/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Amanda Morgan)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[Safety]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2146720/albania-targeted-attacks-why-us-officials-cautioning-american-tourists-visiting-maldives-of-europe/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[This up-and-coming European destination has beaches that get compared to the Maldives. Now, a U.S. security advisory is cautioning tourists to be on alert.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This up-and-coming European destination has beaches that get compared to the Maldives. Now, a U.S. security advisory is cautioning tourists to be on alert.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/why-us-officials-are-cautioning-american-tourists-visiting-the-maldives-of-europe/intro-1776095001.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[What Is The Japan-USA Tourism Campaign 2026 And What Does It Mean For Travelers?]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2144228/what-is-japan-usa-tourism-campaign-2026-what-means-for-travelers/</link>
                    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Carolyn Hall)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[Asia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[International]]></category>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[This new Japan-U.S. travel campaign aims to help promote tourism and deeper cultural understanding between the two countries. Here&#39;s what you need to know.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This new Japan-U.S. travel campaign aims to help promote tourism and deeper cultural understanding between the two countries. Here&#39;s what you need to know.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/what-is-the-japan-usa-tourism-campaign-2026-and-what-does-it-mean-for-travelers/intro-1775755115.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[A Decrease In Flight Routes To Las Vegas Is Leaving Travelers With Fewer Choices]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2141230/decrease-flight-routes-las-vegas-leaving-travelers-fewer-choices/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Felix Gott)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[For reasons ranging from political to economic, some airlines have been cutting service options to Las Vegas. Here&#39;s what that means for Sin City tourists.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[For reasons ranging from political to economic, some airlines have been cutting service options to Las Vegas. Here&#39;s what that means for Sin City tourists.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/a-decrease-in-flight-routes-to-las-vegas-is-leaving-travelers-with-fewer-choices/intro-1775493510.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Universal Orlando Is Making A Big Change Without Notice. Here's What It Means For Visitors]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2139475/hogwarts-castle-big-change-universal-orlando-what-it-means-for-visitors/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Joshua Meyer)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Seemingly overnight, Universal Orlando made a huge change to one of the park&#39;s most noteworthy attractions. Here&#39;s what visitors need to know before they go.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Seemingly overnight, Universal Orlando made a huge change to one of the park&#39;s most noteworthy attractions. Here&#39;s what visitors need to know before they go.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/universal-orlando-is-making-a-big-change-without-notice-heres-what-it-means-for-visitors/intro-1775241283.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[This Popular Florida Airport May Soon Be Renamed After President Donald Trump]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2139345/palm-beach-international-airport-florida-popular-may-be-renamed-after-president-donald-trump/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Joshua Meyer)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2139345/palm-beach-international-airport-florida-popular-may-be-renamed-after-president-donald-trump/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[One of the busiest airports in southern Florida is about to get re-named after President Donald J. Trump. Here&#39;s everything you need to know.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[One of the busiest airports in southern Florida is about to get re-named after President Donald J. Trump. Here&#39;s everything you need to know.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/this-popular-florida-airport-may-soon-be-renamed-after-president-donald-trump/intro-1775235104.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Travelers At A Major US Airport Have Fewer Options Due To Closed Shops & Restaurants]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2138298/southwest-florida-international-airport-closed-shops-restaurants-travelers-have-less-options/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Amanda Morgan)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[Planes, Trains And Automobiles]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2138298/southwest-florida-international-airport-closed-shops-restaurants-travelers-have-less-options/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[A major renovation project at one of Florida&#39;s busiest airports is closing shops and restaurants. Here&#39;s what passengers need to know before they go.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[A major renovation project at one of Florida&#39;s busiest airports is closing shops and restaurants. Here&#39;s what passengers need to know before they go.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/travelers-at-a-major-us-airport-have-less-options-due-to-closed-shops-restaurants/intro-1775125883.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[These Cruise Lines Canceled Trips Because Their Ships Are Stuck In The Middle East]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2136258/cruise-lines-canceled-upcoming-trips-stuck-in-middle-east/</link>
                    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Amanda Morgan)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[Middle East]]></category>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2136258/cruise-lines-canceled-upcoming-trips-stuck-in-middle-east/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[The military conflict in the Middle East continues to impact the travel industry, this time affecting these cruise lines that are stuck in the Persian Gulf.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The military conflict in the Middle East continues to impact the travel industry, this time affecting these cruise lines that are stuck in the Persian Gulf.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/these-cruise-lines-canceled-trips-because-their-ships-are-stuck-in-the-middle-east/intro-1774921620.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Florida's Popular Thrill Park Is Shutting Its Doors For Good After Nearly Three Decades]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2135795/andretti-thrill-park-florida-popular-shutting-doors-after-nearly-three-decades/</link>
                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Shelby Wilkerson)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2135795/andretti-thrill-park-florida-popular-shutting-doors-after-nearly-three-decades/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Florida is losing one of its best-loved thrill parks after this iconic flagship announced that it would be shuttering after nearly 30 years of business.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Florida is losing one of its best-loved thrill parks after this iconic flagship announced that it would be shuttering after nearly 30 years of business.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/floridas-popular-thrill-park-is-shutting-its-doors-for-good-after-nearly-three-decades/intro-1774887362.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[A Transportation Expert Says This U.S. Airport Could Be A Collision Risk]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2132617/hollywood-burbank-california-airport-collision-risk-us-transportation-expert/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Amanda Morgan)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2132617/hollywood-burbank-california-airport-collision-risk-us-transportation-expert/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Transportation safety officials have expressed concern over this airport in California being at serious risk of a midair collision, and airlines are worried.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Transportation safety officials have expressed concern over this airport in California being at serious risk of a midair collision, and airlines are worried.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/a-transportation-expert-says-this-u-s-airport-could-be-a-collision-risk/intro-1774492060.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Europe's Iconic New York-Themed Park Is Being Demolished After Over 100 Years]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2131390/coney-beach-amusement-park-wales-europe-iconic-new-york-themed-demolished-after-over-100-years/</link>
                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:05:08 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Tanya Sharma)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[Europe]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2131390/coney-beach-amusement-park-wales-europe-iconic-new-york-themed-demolished-after-over-100-years/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[For over 100 years, this coastal amusement park thrilled visitors from Europe and beyond. Now, it has closed its doors and is being torn down.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[For over 100 years, this coastal amusement park thrilled visitors from Europe and beyond. Now, it has closed its doors and is being torn down.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/coney-beach-amusement-park-wales-europe-iconic-new-york-themed-demolished-after-over-100-years/intro-1774875727.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Travelers Are Frustrated Over Long TSA Lines. Here's How Long You Might Have To Wait]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2131835/travelers-frustrated-tsa-lines-how-long-might-have-to-wait/</link>
                    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Carolyn Hall)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2131835/travelers-frustrated-tsa-lines-how-long-might-have-to-wait/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[U.S. airport security lines are longer during the government shutdown, and travelers need to arrive earlier than usual to account for the delays.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[U.S. airport security lines are longer during the government shutdown, and travelers need to arrive earlier than usual to account for the delays.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/travelers-frustrated-tsa-lines-how-long-might-have-to-wait/intro-1774434438.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[A Brand New State Park In New York's Finger Lakes Region Boasts Three Waterfalls]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2126918/three-falls-state-park-new-york-finger-lakes-region-waterfalls/</link>
                    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Felix Gott)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2126918/three-falls-state-park-new-york-finger-lakes-region-waterfalls/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[The Finger Lakes region was already one of New York&#39;s most beloved escapes - but a stunning new addition in 2026 makes it even harder to skip.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Finger Lakes region was already one of New York&#39;s most beloved escapes - but a stunning new addition in 2026 makes it even harder to skip.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/a-brand-new-state-park-in-new-yorks-finger-lakes-region-boasts-three-waterfalls/intro-1773887101.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[This Popular US National Park Just Abandoned Its Reservation System In 2026]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2126164/mount-rainier-national-park-popular-us-abandoned-reservation-system-2026/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Shelby Wilkerson)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2126164/mount-rainier-national-park-popular-us-abandoned-reservation-system-2026/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[One of America&#39;s most beloved Pacific Northwest national parks has just announced a major change. Here&#39;s how visitors can access it starting in 2026.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[One of America&#39;s most beloved Pacific Northwest national parks has just announced a major change. Here&#39;s how visitors can access it starting in 2026.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/this-popular-us-national-park-just-abandoned-its-reservation-system-in-2026/intro-1773815535.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Los Angeles' Busiest Train Station Is Getting A Major Upgrade For Its High-Speed Rail]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2127678/union-station-los-angeles-busiest-major-upgrade-high-speed-rail/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Grae Gleason)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2127678/union-station-los-angeles-busiest-major-upgrade-high-speed-rail/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[One of America&#39;s most iconic and beautiful train stations in LA is about to undergo a massive transformation that could redefine travel on the West Coast.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[One of America&#39;s most iconic and beautiful train stations in LA is about to undergo a massive transformation that could redefine travel on the West Coast.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/los-angeles-busiest-train-station-is-getting-a-major-upgrade-for-its-high-speed-rail/intro-1773973473.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[This San Antonio Resort Is Opening A Massive Lagoon Just In Time For Spring Break]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2125781/hyatt-regency-hill-country-resort-spa-san-antonio-texas-opening-massive-lagoon-spring-break/</link>
                    <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Shelby Wilkerson)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hotels]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2125781/hyatt-regency-hill-country-resort-spa-san-antonio-texas-opening-massive-lagoon-spring-break/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[A newly opened lagoon attraction at this Texas Hill Country resort offers sandy shores, crystal-clear water, and plenty of fun just in time for spring break.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[A newly opened lagoon attraction at this Texas Hill Country resort offers sandy shores, crystal-clear water, and plenty of fun just in time for spring break.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/this-san-antonio-resort-is-opening-a-massive-lagoon-just-in-time-for-spring-break/intro-1773768846.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[The CDC Urges Travelers To Be Extra Cautious Of This Unexpected Disease While Abroad]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2124875/polio-cdc-urges-travelers-extra-cautious-unexpected-disease-while-abroad/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Shelby Wilkerson)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Safety]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2124875/polio-cdc-urges-travelers-extra-cautious-unexpected-disease-while-abroad/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Although it is often thought of as a disease from the past, the CDC is warning travelers to be on alert for this serious viral infection while abroad.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Although it is often thought of as a disease from the past, the CDC is warning travelers to be on alert for this serious viral infection while abroad.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/the-cdc-urges-travelers-to-be-extra-cautious-of-this-unexpected-disease-while-abroad/intro-1773691406.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Texas' Newest State Park Is Coming Soon With Miles Of Trails For Outdoor Fun]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2120523/palo-pinto-mountains-state-park-texas-newest-coming-soon-miles-trails-outdoor-fun/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Shelby Wilkerson)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hiking]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2120523/palo-pinto-mountains-state-park-texas-newest-coming-soon-miles-trails-outdoor-fun/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[With a 90-acre lake and 16 miles of trails to explore, North Texas' newest state park in 25 years is perfect for outdoor fun and recreation.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[With a 90-acre lake and 16 miles of trails to explore, North Texas' newest state park in 25 years is perfect for outdoor fun and recreation.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/texas-newest-state-park-is-coming-soon-with-miles-of-trails-for-outdoor-fun/intro-1773182226.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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