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                    <title><![CDATA[One Of Asia's Least-Crowded Countries Is An Underrated Summer Vacation Destination]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2189588/mongolia-one-asia-least-crowded-countries-underrated-summer-vacation-destination/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Carolyn Hall)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Book a flight to this underrated Asian country in summer to experience stunning desert landscapes, unique cultural traditions, and rare wildlife encounters.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Book a flight to this underrated Asian country in summer to experience stunning desert landscapes, unique cultural traditions, and rare wildlife encounters.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/one-of-asias-least-crowded-countries-is-an-underrated-summer-vacation-destination/intro-1780935211.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[9 Top-Rated All-Inclusive Resorts In Europe For A Stunning Vacation]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2189953/top-rated-all-inclusive-resorts-europe-stunning-vacation/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Carolyn Hall)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[Europe]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[All-Inclusive Resorts]]></category>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[From kid-friendly adventures to adults-only getaways, these nine resorts in Europe offer all-inclusive vacations that are well worth the price. ]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[From kid-friendly adventures to adults-only getaways, these nine resorts in Europe offer all-inclusive vacations that are well worth the price. <p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/top-rated-all-inclusive-resorts-europe-stunning-vacation/intro-1780952676.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[New York's Largest Water Park With A Hydromagnetic Coaster Is A Must-Visit This Summer]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2187545/splish-splash-water-park-largest-new-york-hydromagnetic-coaster-must-visit-summer/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Amanda Morgan)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Water Adventures]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2187545/splish-splash-water-park-largest-new-york-hydromagnetic-coaster-must-visit-summer/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[When New York City&#39;s summer heat becomes unbearable, locals head to a beloved Long Island water park for a refreshing escape. Here&#39;s why it&#39;s a must-visit. ]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[When New York City&#39;s summer heat becomes unbearable, locals head to a beloved Long Island water park for a refreshing escape. Here&#39;s why it&#39;s a must-visit. <p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/new-yorks-largest-water-park-with-a-hydromagnetic-coaster-is-a-must-visit-this-summer/intro-1780469870.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Stop Packing This In Your Suitcase (It's A Complete Waste Of Space)]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2188580/extra-shoes-stop-packing-suitcase-complete-waste-space/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Amanda Morgan)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[Travel Style]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Luggage]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2188580/extra-shoes-stop-packing-suitcase-complete-waste-space/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Everyone wants to look nice while on vacation, but if you fill your suitcase with these unnecessary items, you&#39;ll be kicking yourself later.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Everyone wants to look nice while on vacation, but if you fill your suitcase with these unnecessary items, you&#39;ll be kicking yourself later.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/stop-packing-this-in-your-suitcase-its-a-complete-waste-of-space/intro-1780671645.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[California's Most Popular National Park Got Rid Of Reservations, Leading To Massive Crowds]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2187999/yosemite-national-park-most-popular-california-no-reservations-leading-massive-crowds/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Carolyn Hall)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Outdoor Adventures]]></category>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[This park&#39;s reservation system was scrapped in early 2026, and visitor numbers jumped, bringing parking chaos, crowding trails, and leaving visitors frustrated.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This park&#39;s reservation system was scrapped in early 2026, and visitor numbers jumped, bringing parking chaos, crowding trails, and leaving visitors frustrated.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/californias-most-popular-national-park-got-rid-of-reservations-leading-to-massive-crowds/intro-1780625102.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Is It Legal To Sleep In Train Stations? What Travelers Should Know Before Snoozing]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2187424/is-it-legal-sleep-train-stations/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Felix Gott)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[Budget Travel]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Planes, Trains And Automobiles]]></category>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[If you&#39;re backpacking on a budget, staying the night in a train station might seem like a good option. But is that even allowed? Here&#39;s what you need to know.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you&#39;re backpacking on a budget, staying the night in a train station might seem like a good option. But is that even allowed? Here&#39;s what you need to know.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/is-it-legal-to-sleep-in-train-stations-what-travelers-should-know-before-snoozing/intro-1780582796.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Florida's Popular Beach City Will Fine You $500 For Breaking This Swimming Rule]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2186339/panama-city-beach-florida-popular-city-500-dollar-fine-breaking-swimming-rule/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Carolyn Hall)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Beach Vacations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Safety]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2186339/panama-city-beach-florida-popular-city-500-dollar-fine-breaking-swimming-rule/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[This Florida beach destination is popular for swimming, but visitors need to follow a strict rule or face an expensive fine. Here&#39;s what to know before you go.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This Florida beach destination is popular for swimming, but visitors need to follow a strict rule or face an expensive fine. Here&#39;s what to know before you go.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/floridas-popular-beach-city-will-fine-you-500-for-breaking-this-swimming-rule/intro-1780471450.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Dollywood's Iconic Water Park And Resorts Are Rejecting This Payment Method In 2026]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2182647/dollywood-splash-country-iconic-water-park-resorts-rejecting-payment-method-2026/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Grae Gleason)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Amusement Parks]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2182647/dollywood-splash-country-iconic-water-park-resorts-rejecting-payment-method-2026/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[The beloved Dollywood has joined a growing wave of major U.S. attractions ditching this popular form of payment. Here&#39;s what to know before you arrive.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The beloved Dollywood has joined a growing wave of major U.S. attractions ditching this popular form of payment. Here&#39;s what to know before you arrive.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/dollywoods-iconic-water-park-and-resorts-are-rejecting-this-payment-method-in-2026/intro-1779933112.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[New York's Historic Spot Was A Total Bust In The '60s — Now It's A Must-Visit For Families]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2188579/south-street-seaport-historic-district-new-york-total-bust-60s-must-visit-families/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Joshua Meyer)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Family Friendly]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2188579/south-street-seaport-historic-district-new-york-total-bust-60s-must-visit-families/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[This historic area of New York City was once rundown. But now, it is a charming spot with museums, hands-on activities, and plenty of family-friendly fun.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This historic area of New York City was once rundown. But now, it is a charming spot with museums, hands-on activities, and plenty of family-friendly fun.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/new-yorks-historic-spot-was-a-total-bust-in-the-60s-now-its-a-must-visit-for-families/intro-1780689569.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[One Of Europe's Longest International Train Routes Offers Scenic Cross-Border Travel]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2187249/optima-express-europe-longest-international-train-routes/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Felix Gott)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[Europe]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Planes, Trains And Automobiles]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2187249/optima-express-europe-longest-international-train-routes/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[This lesser-known train route cuts through six countries in Europe and covers over 900 miles, perfect for slow travelers ready for a scenic adventure.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This lesser-known train route cuts through six countries in Europe and covers over 900 miles, perfect for slow travelers ready for a scenic adventure.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/one-of-europes-longest-international-train-routes-offers-scenic-cross-border-travel/intro-1780557023.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[This Iconic Amusement Park Ride From The '70s Is Reopening This Summer After A 4-Year Wait]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2187210/montezoomas-revenge-knotts-berry-farm-iconic-amusement-park-ride-70s-reopening-summer-2026/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Felix Gott)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[Amusement Parks]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2187210/montezoomas-revenge-knotts-berry-farm-iconic-amusement-park-ride-70s-reopening-summer-2026/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[One of America&#39;s most beloved vintage roller coasters is making a comeback this summer, so nostalgic thrill seekers should plan a visit to California.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[One of America&#39;s most beloved vintage roller coasters is making a comeback this summer, so nostalgic thrill seekers should plan a visit to California.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/this-iconic-amusement-park-ride-from-the-70s-is-reopening-this-summer-after-a-4-year-wait/intro-1780541674.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Italy's Mountain Lake With Crystal Clear Water Is A Picturesque Escape From Summer Crowds]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2036419/lake-predil-italy-mountain-escape-summer-crowds/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Nally Preseault)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2036419/lake-predil-italy-mountain-escape-summer-crowds/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Hidden within the Julian Alps of Italy, this gorgeous lake offers a range of outdoor activities. Enjoy all the summer fun while dodging overwhelming crowds.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hidden within the Julian Alps of Italy, this gorgeous lake offers a range of outdoor activities. Enjoy all the summer fun while dodging overwhelming crowds.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/italys-mountain-lake-with-crystal-clear-water-is-a-picturesque-escape-from-summer-crowds/intro-1762818939.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Here's What Happens To Visitors Who Die In US National Parks]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2187232/what-happens-visitors-who-die-in-us-national-parks/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Amanda Morgan)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Safety]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2187232/what-happens-visitors-who-die-in-us-national-parks/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Deaths in U.S. national parks are more common than many visitors realize, and what happens afterwards can be a complicated or even dangerous process.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Deaths in U.S. national parks are more common than many visitors realize, and what happens afterwards can be a complicated or even dangerous process.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/heres-what-happens-to-visitors-who-die-in-us-national-parks/intro-1780552106.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Norwegian Cruise Line Is Opening A New, Private Caribbean Water Park In Summer 2026]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2186312/great-tides-waterpark-great-stirrup-cay-new-private-caribbean-norwegian-cruise-line-summer-2026/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Amanda Morgan)</author>
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		<category><![CDATA[Cruises]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2186312/great-tides-waterpark-great-stirrup-cay-new-private-caribbean-norwegian-cruise-line-summer-2026/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[A new water park is opening in the Caribbean, exclusively for Norwegian Cruise Line guests on a private island. Here&#39;s what you can look forward to in 2026.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[A new water park is opening in the Caribbean, exclusively for Norwegian Cruise Line guests on a private island. Here&#39;s what you can look forward to in 2026.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/great-tides-waterpark-great-stirrup-cay-new-private-caribbean-norwegian-cruise-line-summer-2026/intro-1780463821.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Sandwiched Between Orlando And Sarasota Lies Florida's Iconic 'Water Ski Capital Of The World']]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2186279/winter-haven-florida-between-orlando-sarasota-water-ski-capital-world/</link>
                    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Joshua Meyer)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Outdoor Adventures]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2186279/winter-haven-florida-between-orlando-sarasota-water-ski-capital-world/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Florida&#39;s iconic water skiing destination also boasts a rich history, a chain of beautiful lakes, and a huge Legoland resort that make the visit worthwhile.]]></description>

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                    <title><![CDATA[The Pennsylvania Driving Law Travelers Should Know Before Visiting In 2026]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2186329/hands-free-driving-law-pennsylvania-travelers-should-know-visiting-2026/</link>
                    <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Felix Gott)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Road Trips]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2186329/hands-free-driving-law-pennsylvania-travelers-should-know-visiting-2026/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Pennsylvania is a great road trip state, but accidents are common, and travelers should be aware of this new law taking effect in June 2026.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pennsylvania is a great road trip state, but accidents are common, and travelers should be aware of this new law taking effect in June 2026.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/the-pennsylvania-driving-law-travelers-should-know-before-visiting-in-2026/intro-1780467333.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[These Are The Only Two US States For Completely Snake-Free Hiking And Camping]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2185793/alaska-hawaii-only-two-us-states-completely-snake-free-hiking-camping/</link>
                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Amanda Morgan)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Outdoor Adventures]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2185793/alaska-hawaii-only-two-us-states-completely-snake-free-hiking-camping/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[If you love the great outdoors but hate the idea of a reptile slithering up your boot, head to these two U.S. states that are known for being snake free.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you love the great outdoors but hate the idea of a reptile slithering up your boot, head to these two U.S. states that are known for being snake free.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/these-are-the-only-two-us-states-for-completely-snake-free-hiking-and-camping/intro-1780415593.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[One Of The World's Largest Water Parks Is A European Gem With Tropical Vibes]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2181815/tropical-islands-one-of-worlds-largest-water-parks-european-gem-germany/</link>
                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Carolyn Hall)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[Europe]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Attractions]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2181815/tropical-islands-one-of-worlds-largest-water-parks-european-gem-germany/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Just an hour from Berlin, this European water park inside an old airship hangar transports you to a tropical island paradise with waterfalls and beaches.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Just an hour from Berlin, this European water park inside an old airship hangar transports you to a tropical island paradise with waterfalls and beaches.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/one-of-the-worlds-largest-water-parks-is-a-european-gem-with-tropical-vibes/intro-1779858924.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[One Of The Most Underrated Summer Lake Getaways In Canada In 2026]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2182687/kelowna-canada-one-most-underrated-summer-lake-getaways-canada-2026/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Shelby Wilkerson)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[Canada]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Outdoor Adventures]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2182687/kelowna-canada-one-most-underrated-summer-lake-getaways-canada-2026/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[British Columbia has no shortage of stunning summer destinations, but this laid-back lakeside city flies under the radar and should be on your bucket list.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[British Columbia has no shortage of stunning summer destinations, but this laid-back lakeside city flies under the radar and should be on your bucket list.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/one-of-the-most-underrated-summer-lake-getaways-in-canada-in-2026/intro-1779952357.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Wyoming's Underrated State Park Is Worth The Short Road Trip From Yellowstone]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.explore.com/2183430/buffalo-bill-state-park-wyoming-underrated-worth-short-road-trip-yellowstone/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@explore.com (Carolyn Hall)</author>
                                                            		<category><![CDATA[United States]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Outdoor Adventures]]></category>
                    <guid>https://www.explore.com/2183430/buffalo-bill-state-park-wyoming-underrated-worth-short-road-trip-yellowstone/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Wyoming visitors often drive past this stunning state park on their way to Yellowstone, but it might just be the most rewarding detour in the area.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Wyoming visitors often drive past this stunning state park on their way to Yellowstone, but it might just be the most rewarding detour in the area.<p><img src="https://www.explore.com/img/gallery/wyomings-underrated-state-park-is-worth-the-short-road-trip-from-yellowstone/intro-1780028230.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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