Ridön, one of the largest islands in the archipelago, is a tranquil haven where you won't find cars or asphalt. Instead, it boasts dirt roads and charming little red cottages. This idyllic island promises incredible countryside vistas and thrilling adventures. Explore its beauty via a tractor-drawn cart, savour coffee at a cosy café, or delve into local history at the museum. And for those wanting to linger, there are options to stay at the youth hostel or rent a cabin.

Private stocked trout water, sporting clays, bird hunting, youth biking, hiking, fly-fishing, and cross country skiing are all available with full supplies. Reservations are required.

Another way to discover the city's wonders is cruising along the Mekong River – the main aquatic thoroughfare navigable all year round. During your cruise, you'll be able to stop at local villages and see how local people live, visit the two caves (Pak Ou Caves), crammed with countless Buddha statues, all the while comfortably enjoying the lavish buffet on board. The most famous route is a 2-day trip from Huay Xai (on the Thailand border) to Luang Prabang. Book your tour on the majestic Mekong River and get a new perspective of Luang Prabang that will make your journey unforgettable. Here are some cruise companies to book your tour with: - Mekong Cruises 50/4 Sakkarine Road, Ban Vat Sene, Luang Prabang - Mekong River Cruises 16/2 Sakkarine Rd., Luang Prabang

Moored in San Pedro, the Battleship USS Iowa Museum lets you wander through one of the most magnificent and surprisingly personal pieces of U.S. naval history. Known as the “Battleship of Presidents,” the Iowa once carried FDR across the Atlantic and later served through WWII, Korea, and the Cold War. As you move through the ship’s narrow corridors and out onto the decks, you get a real sense of what life was like for the crew: giant gun turrets towering overhead, cramped bunks stacked in rows, and glimpses of the command centers that once buzzed with activity. Veteran volunteers are often on hand to share stories or point out easy-to-miss details.