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                    <title><![CDATA[This New Yellowstone National Park Journey Offers A Less-Crowded Experience In 2027]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2229720/tauck-group-tours-new-yellowstone-national-park-journey-offers-less-crowded-experience-2027/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 22:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Steve Blanchard)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Avoid the crowds and skip the time-consuming planning for your next Yellowstone National Park trip with this new, six-day guided experience.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Avoid the crowds and skip the time-consuming planning for your next Yellowstone National Park trip with this new, six-day guided experience.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/this-new-yellowstone-national-park-journey-offers-a-less-crowded-experience-in-2027/intro-1785761163.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[This Summer Pass Offers Free Admission And Camping Discounts For Canada's National Parks]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2225787/canada-strong-pass-offers-free-admission-camping-discounts-national-parks/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Jenna Busch)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Take advantage of free admission to Canada&#39;s national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas, plus discounts on camping and train fares.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Take advantage of free admission to Canada&#39;s national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas, plus discounts on camping and train fares.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/this-summer-pass-offers-free-admission-and-camping-discounts-for-canadas-national-parks/intro-1785305278.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[One Of Florida's Best State Parks Has Pristine Springs For Swimming And Paddling]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2224557/ichetucknee-springs-state-park-florida-one-best-pristine-swimming-paddling/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Swimming holes, paddling spots, hiking trails, and waters for snorkeling fill this beloved Florida state park, known for its spring-fed river.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Swimming holes, paddling spots, hiking trails, and waters for snorkeling fill this beloved Florida state park, known for its spring-fed river.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/one-of-floridas-best-state-parks-has-pristine-springs-for-swimming-and-paddling/intro-1785144860.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[This California State Park Offers Stunning Coastal Camping And Summer Fun At The Beach]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2223747/crystal-cove-state-park-california-offers-stunning-coastal-camping-summer-fun-beach/</link>
                    <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2223747/crystal-cove-state-park-california-offers-stunning-coastal-camping-summer-fun-beach/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Named California&#39;s best state beach in 2025, this SoCal state park is an ideal escape if you&#39;re looking to camp, explore tide pools, and have fun on the water.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Named California&#39;s best state beach in 2025, this SoCal state park is an ideal escape if you&#39;re looking to camp, explore tide pools, and have fun on the water.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/this-california-state-park-offers-stunning-coastal-camping-and-summer-fun-at-the-beach/intro-1785135700.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Situated On The Tillamook Coast Is One Of Oregon's Best Summer Off-Roading Destinations]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2222333/sand-lake-recreation-area-oregon-tillamook-coast-best-summer-off-roading-destinations/</link>
                    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[This recreation area on the Oregon coast has off-roading terrain for all skill levels, along with three campsites and access to state parks and an estuary.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This recreation area on the Oregon coast has off-roading terrain for all skill levels, along with three campsites and access to state parks and an estuary.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/situated-on-the-tillamook-coast-is-one-of-oregons-best-summer-off-roading-destinations/intro-1784885738.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[One Of The Best National Parks For Beginner Hikers Offers Captivating Coastal Views]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2220596/acadia-national-park-maine-one-best-beginner-hikers-captivating-coastal-views/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2220596/acadia-national-park-maine-one-best-beginner-hikers-captivating-coastal-views/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[America&#39;s national parks are full of amazing hikes, but one in particular offers plenty of incredible views without an incredible challenge.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[America&#39;s national parks are full of amazing hikes, but one in particular offers plenty of incredible views without an incredible challenge.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/one-of-the-best-national-parks-for-beginner-hikers-offers-captivating-coastal-views/intro-1784227382.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[America's First Coast-To-Coast Hiking Trail Offers A Scenic 6,800-Mile-Long Journey]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2220482/american-discovery-trail-first-coast-to-coast-hiking-scenic-6800-mile-long-journey/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 22:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2220482/american-discovery-trail-first-coast-to-coast-hiking-scenic-6800-mile-long-journey/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[This cross-country hiking trail takes travelers through 15 states and over 300 communities, passing historical sites and national parks along the way.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This cross-country hiking trail takes travelers through 15 states and over 300 communities, passing historical sites and national parks along the way.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/americas-first-coast-to-coast-hiking-trail-offers-a-scenic-6800-mile-long-journey/intro-1784709116.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Not Death Valley, Not Big Bend: This National Park Offers Ideal Off-Roading During Summer]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2215427/great-sand-dunes-national-park-offers-idyllic-off-roading-summer-not-death-valley-big-bend/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2215427/great-sand-dunes-national-park-offers-idyllic-off-roading-summer-not-death-valley-big-bend/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Follow in the footsteps of a 19th-century explorer while spotting flora and fauna on the 22-mile off-roading trail in this western national park.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Follow in the footsteps of a 19th-century explorer while spotting flora and fauna on the 22-mile off-roading trail in this western national park.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/not-death-valley-not-big-bend-this-national-park-offers-ideal-off-roading-during-summer/intro-1784107486.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[This National Park In California Offers Serene Desert Camping And Recreation]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2214696/joshua-tree-national-park-california-serene-desert-camping-recreation/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2214696/joshua-tree-national-park-california-serene-desert-camping-recreation/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Spot wildlife, hike trails lined with colorful flowers, and camp under pitch-black skies ideal for stargazing in this desert escape in California.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Spot wildlife, hike trails lined with colorful flowers, and camp under pitch-black skies ideal for stargazing in this desert escape in California.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/this-national-park-in-california-offers-serene-desert-camping-and-recreation/intro-1780909468.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[The Best Camping Destination In The World Is A One-Of-A-Kind Country With Unique Wildlife]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2212149/australia-best-camping-destination-world-country-unique-wildlife/</link>
                    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Amy McMahon)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2212149/australia-best-camping-destination-world-country-unique-wildlife/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[According to a study, this country beats the rest when it comes to camping, with nearly 700 national parks and countless campsites near one-of-a-kind landmarks.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[According to a study, this country beats the rest when it comes to camping, with nearly 700 national parks and countless campsites near one-of-a-kind landmarks.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/the-best-camping-destination-in-the-world-is-a-one-of-a-kind-country-with-unique-wildlife/intro-1783683397.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Not Yosemite, Not The Grand Canyon: This National Park Has The Most Miles Of Trails]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2208486/yellowstone-national-park-most-miles-trails-not-yosemite-grand-canyon/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2208486/yellowstone-national-park-most-miles-trails-not-yosemite-grand-canyon/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[With more than 1,100 miles of trails, including some winter paths, this national park has the most miles of hiking routes of any national park in the country.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[With more than 1,100 miles of trails, including some winter paths, this national park has the most miles of hiking routes of any national park in the country.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/yellowstone-national-park-most-miles-trails-not-yosemite-grand-canyon/intro-1783713063.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[California's Colorful Canyon State Park Is Beloved By Locals And Tourists Alike]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2205973/red-rock-canyon-state-park-california-colorful-beloved-locals-tourists-alike/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2205973/red-rock-canyon-state-park-california-colorful-beloved-locals-tourists-alike/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Camp, hike, spot colorful wildflowers, and take in the stunning, starry night skies at this uncrowded canyon park in south-central California.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Camp, hike, spot colorful wildflowers, and take in the stunning, starry night skies at this uncrowded canyon park in south-central California.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/californias-colorful-canyon-state-park-is-beloved-by-locals-and-tourists-alike/intro-1782287761.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How This California Couple Legally Built A Home In Glacier National Park]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2203805/federal-land-how-california-couple-legally-built-home-glacier-national-park/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Danielle Douez)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2203805/federal-land-how-california-couple-legally-built-home-glacier-national-park/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[If you ever dreamed of living inside a national park, like one couple in Montana&#39;s Glacier National Park, there&#39;s a loophole that might make it possible.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you ever dreamed of living inside a national park, like one couple in Montana&#39;s Glacier National Park, there&#39;s a loophole that might make it possible.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/how-this-california-couple-legally-built-a-home-in-glacier-national-park/intro-1782469472.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[One Of America's Most Beautiful Highways Offers A Scenic Drive Straight To Yellowstone]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2198788/beartooth-highway-one-americas-most-beautiful-scenic-drive-straight-to-yellowstone/</link>
                    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2198788/beartooth-highway-one-americas-most-beautiful-scenic-drive-straight-to-yellowstone/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[When driving to Yellowstone National Park, consider taking this seasonal route through mountains and national forests to see wildlife and stunning scenery.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[When driving to Yellowstone National Park, consider taking this seasonal route through mountains and national forests to see wildlife and stunning scenery.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/one-of-americas-most-beautiful-highways-offers-a-scenic-drive-straight-to-yellowstone/intro-1782110359.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[New York's Scenic Village In The Hudson River Valley Has Hiking Trails And A Nearby Castle]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2200521/cold-spring-new-york-scenic-village-hudson-river-valley-hiking-trails-nearby-castle/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Danielle Douez)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2200521/cold-spring-new-york-scenic-village-hudson-river-valley-hiking-trails-nearby-castle/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Less than two hours north of NYC is a cozy, riverside village with a charming main street, preserved architecture and historical sites, and nature escapes.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Less than two hours north of NYC is a cozy, riverside village with a charming main street, preserved architecture and historical sites, and nature escapes.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/new-yorks-scenic-village-in-the-hudson-river-valley-has-hiking-trails-and-a-nearby-castle/intro-1782305242.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[This Gorgeous Lake Town In New York Offers A Quiet Getaway]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2191990/aurora-new-york-gorgeous-lake-town-quiet-getaway/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Danielle Douez)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2191990/aurora-new-york-gorgeous-lake-town-quiet-getaway/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[With a population of just a few hundred residents, this small town in New York&#39;s Finger Lakes region boasts a calm atmosphere ideal for a relaxing trip.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[With a population of just a few hundred residents, this small town in New York&#39;s Finger Lakes region boasts a calm atmosphere ideal for a relaxing trip.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/this-gorgeous-lake-town-in-new-york-offers-a-quiet-getaway/intro-1781165365.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[This California State Park Offers Off-Roading And Camping For Summer Fun At The Beach]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2198790/oceano-dunes-state-vehicular-recreation-area-california-state-park-off-roading-camping-summer-fun-beach/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Dave Bowling)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2198790/oceano-dunes-state-vehicular-recreation-area-california-state-park-off-roading-camping-summer-fun-beach/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[This coastal park offers the only California beach where vehicles can legally be driven on the sand, along with primitive camping and wildlife sightings.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This coastal park offers the only California beach where vehicles can legally be driven on the sand, along with primitive camping and wildlife sightings.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/this-california-state-park-offers-off-roading-and-camping-for-summer-fun-at-the-beach/intro-1782133244.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Skip The Passport: This US Destination Offers A Fun Summer Getaway With Miles Of Beaches]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2197034/outer-banks-north-carolina-skip-passport-us-desitnation-offers-fun-summer-getaway-miles-beaches/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Steve Blanchard)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2197034/outer-banks-north-carolina-skip-passport-us-desitnation-offers-fun-summer-getaway-miles-beaches/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[This U.S. summer destination boasts 130 miles of coastline and plenty of distinct towns and villages, with museums, bioluminescent beaches, and free activities.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[This U.S. summer destination boasts 130 miles of coastline and plenty of distinct towns and villages, with museums, bioluminescent beaches, and free activities.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/skip-the-passport-this-us-destination-offers-a-fun-summer-getaway-with-miles-of-beaches/intro-1781775231.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Three Brand New State Parks Are Coming To California – Here's What To Expect]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2194252/three-brand-new-state-parks-coming-california-what-expect/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Amy McMahon)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2194252/three-brand-new-state-parks-coming-california-what-expect/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[California&#39;s governor has proposed three new state parks in the Central Valley region, offering riverside trails, Dust Bowl history, and wildlife habitats.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[California&#39;s governor has proposed three new state parks in the Central Valley region, offering riverside trails, Dust Bowl history, and wildlife habitats.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/three-brand-new-state-parks-are-coming-to-california-heres-what-to-expect/intro-1781336237.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[New York's Underrated Destination Offers A Beach Getaway That Rivals The Hamptons]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.planetware.com/2194244/north-fork-new-york-underrated-destination-beach-getaway-rivals-hamptons/</link>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@planetware.com (Danielle Douez)</author>
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                    <guid>https://www.planetware.com/2194244/north-fork-new-york-underrated-destination-beach-getaway-rivals-hamptons/</guid>
                                            <description><![CDATA[Not far from the Hamptons lies another, less-crowded coastal destination ideal for quiet escapes with charming seaside towns and local beaches.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Not far from the Hamptons lies another, less-crowded coastal destination ideal for quiet escapes with charming seaside towns and local beaches.<p><img src="https://www.planetware.com/img/gallery/new-yorks-underrated-destination-offers-a-beach-getaway-that-rivals-the-hamptons/intro-1781341891.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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