Stortorget, the largest square in Karlskrona, stands proudly at the heart of Trossö island, forming the central hub of the city. This grand square, perched on the island's highest point, is surrounded by monumental buildings that tell tales of the city's rich history. The centrepiece is the statue of Karl XI, overseeing the bustling paved expanse. Two magnificent churches, Fredrikskyrkan (The Frederick Church) and Trefaldighetskyrkan (The Holy Trinity Church), also known as the German Church, add to the square's allure. Stortorget captivates visitors with its architectural splendour, and the surrounding pedestrian streets feature an array of restaurants and cafés.

The Bocas del Toro region is part of the larger La Amistad area, which holds Biosphere Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site statuses for its rich ecosystems, including the reefs of Panama’s Bastimentos National Marine Park. The waters are inhabited by a wonderful variety of tropical reef creatures including starfish, sting rays, nurse sharks, lobster, angel fish, parrot fish, damsel fish – the list is endless. Dive schools regularly visit up to 15 locations with depth ranges from 2 to 18 meters inside the bay area. Many centers offer try-dives, open water courses and education right through to dive master. Some dive sites include Crawl Cay, The Wreck, Hospital Point, Buoy Line, Playground and many more. The best time of year for diving is April-May and Sept-October but there is good visibility year round.

When walking down the Rue du Gros Horloge you will, soon enough, come across the splendid “Gros Horloge” itself. This beautiful clock is one of the most famous landmarks of Rouen, and likely the oldest mechanism of its intricate kind still in existence. You can go up the belfry and enjoy a cup of coffee in a café below right after.