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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Gandhinagar hit and run: Morning walker dies in hit and run after feeding birds
1 2 3 Ahmedabad: The pink bag of grain, scattered across the roadside, told part of the story. The rest lay in the silence that followed the screeching tires and screams. What was a peaceful morning ritual turned into tragedy for 63-year-old Nitin Vasa. Known to feed pigeons near Balaji Nursery every day, The resident of Shukan Heights was returning home when a speeding SUV mowed him down. Instead of stopping there, Hitesh Patel, the allegedly drunk driver, sped on and killed another person before his vehicle crashed into a cement bump. The incident occurred around 10.30am on Friday. Vasa had just finished his daily routine of scattering grain for birds near the nursery and was walking back home with his pink grain bag, when a SUV, reportedly travelling over 100 kmph, struck him fatally. After hitting Vasa, the driver allegedly continued recklessly onto the service road, ramming into ansa Vaghela, who was waiting on her two-wheeler. Her battered vehicle lay beside Vasa's feed bag, silent remnants of the rampage. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad Witnesses say Patel's SUV continued barreling through the area, injuring multiple others, until it hit a cemented manhole bump, which wrecked the front of the vehicle and brought it to a halt. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo He was apprehended shortly after. Ahmedabad: The pink bag of grain, scattered across the roadside, told part of the story. The rest lay in the silence that followed the screeching tires and screams. What was a peaceful morning ritual turned into tragedy for 63-year-old Nitin Vasa. Known to feed pigeons near Balaji Nursery every day, The resident of Shukan Heights was returning home when a speeding SUV mowed him down. Instead of stopping there, Hitesh Patel, the allegedly drunk driver, sped on and killed another person before his vehicle crashed into a cement bump. The incident occurred around 10.30am on Friday. Vasa had just finished his daily routine of scattering grain for birds near the nursery and was walking back home with his pink grain bag, when a SUV, reportedly travelling over 100 kmph, struck him fatally. After hitting Vasa, the driver allegedly continued recklessly onto the service road, ramming into ansa Vaghela, who was waiting on her two-wheeler. Her battered vehicle lay beside Vasa's feed bag, silent remnants of the rampage. Witnesses say Patel's SUV continued barreling through the area, injuring multiple others, until it hit a cemented manhole bump, which wrecked the front of the vehicle and brought it to a halt. He was apprehended shortly after.
Courier-Mail
11-07-2025
- Courier-Mail
I spent 48 hours in Stockholm, this is the ultimate 2-day itinerary
Don't miss out on the headlines from Lifestyle. Followed categories will be added to My News. Set over 14 islands connected by 57 bridges, Stockholm is a captivating city where grand historic buildings and modern architecture mix with lush green spaces and sparkling water. Here's how to spend 48 hours in the largest city in Scandinavia. X SUBSCRIBER ONLY DAY ONE: Morning After sailing into Stockholm at the end of our Viking Homelands cruise my mother and I wake up in the Bank Hotel in the heart of the city. The hotel is set in a historic bank and breakfast is served at Bonnies in the Art Deco former bank hall. From our hotel it's a short stroll to take a boat ride around some of the 30,000 islands that make up the Stockholm Archipelago. Stromma sightseeing boat tours include hop-on, hop-off options for visitors with more time to explore, but we opt for a 90-minute tour where we sit in the open air and listen to the live English commentary as we take in the views. Back on land take a taxi or Uber to the sculpture park and art gallery Millesgården, the former home of sculptor Carl Milles and his artist wife, Olga. Keep in mind taxi prices are not regulated in Sweden and can vary wildly. Look for the rate displayed on the rear door window before getting in the car. Taxis also accept Uber bookings so you could travel the same way for less. At Millesgården start with fika, the very easily embraced Swedish tradition of coffee and tea breaks with a snack and chat. Try a knotted cardamom bun as you look out over Milles; sculptures before exploring the gallery and the home. Millesgården sculpture park in Stockholm. Afternoon Head to the park island of Djurgården and start your visit with lunch at Ulla Winbladh, where traditional Swedish food heritage is being kept alive in a historic building. From here it's a seven-minute walk to the Vasa Museum, the home of a 17th-century warship that is a true work of art. After sinking on its maiden voyage in Stockholm harbour in 1628 the Vasa was salvaged 333 years later in 1961, and you can now be transfixed by this ship covered in hundreds of carved sculptures. Then it's less than 10 minutes' walk to a different kind of Swedish history at Abba The Museum. Book ahead to secure your entry time and save money, and prepare to feel the Abba magic as you see those Abba-licious costumes, take photos in the Arrival album's helicopter, dance on stage with Abba holograms, see that Eurovision medal and so much more. Wax figures on display at Stockholm's ABBA Museum. Evening Hop on a tram back to the waterfront boulevard of Strandvägen for dinner at Glashuset. Here the 'fun dining' philosophy has created a welcome way to enjoy cocktails and Swedish flavours on the water's edge. Then wander past some of Stockholm's most beautiful Art Nouveau buildings lit up at night on the short walk back to the Bank Hotel. Colourful houses on Stortorget Square in Stockholm's Old Town. DAY TWO: Morning With most museums and attractions not opening until 10am early risers can explore Stockholm's Old Town, Gamla Stan, before the cobblestoned streets start to fill with tourists. Make your way to Stortorget, the oldest and most picturesque square in Stockholm, before heading to the city's narrowest street, Mårten Trotzigs Alley, which whittles down to around 90cm across. From the alley it's a five-minute walk to one of the best fika spots in town. The winner of last year's Best Cinnamon Bun in Stockholm competition, Skeppsbro Bageri is a 100 per cent organic artisan bakery with waterfront-view tables. Then explore more Gamla Stan streets on the eight-minute walk to the Royal Palace. With five museums you could spend all day in the official residence of the King of Sweden, but to save time we take in two: The Treasury, where the Swedish Crown Jewels and other dazzling regalia are stored deep in the cellar vaults, and The Royal Apartments, where opulence is the word and some of the original furnishings date back to the 1730s. The Avicii Experience in Stockholm. Afternoon After lunch in the cosy Chokladkoppen café in Stortorget travel 1.3km to the Avicii Experience, honouring the life of one of Sweden's most prolific songwriters and producers, Tim 'Avicii' Bergling. This interactive museum had me in tears even before I saw the recreation of his childhood bedroom with his original items and doesn't pull any punches as it shows the intense highs and lows of his life. Then it's back to the waterfront to meet a ferry for the future. The world's first electric hydrofoil ferry, the Candela P-12 Nova, is faster and uses 85 per cent less energy than traditional diesel ferries, and when it rises up on those hydrofoil wings and flies along the water it's a whole lot of fun, too. Take the Nova for a ride to Tappström on Ekerö and back to Klara Mälarstrand before a seven-minute drive to SoFo. Named for 'south of Folkungagatan' in the Södermalm district, SoFo is full of creative and interesting shops including vintage and thrift stores, local jewellery and fashion boutiques, record stores and tattoo parlours, and cafés and wine bars. Depending on the day, you might catch open-air markets in Nytorget Square, while the last Thursday of the month sees lots of shops open until 9pm for SoFo nights. Evening From SoFo stroll to restaurant Pelikan where you can dine on classic Swedish dishes in one of Sweden's oldest restaurants. Try its fall-off-the-bone pork leg that's baked at 90C overnight, or doppsko, the creamed Swedish hash with egg yolk and beetroot. Then it's back to the Bank Hotel for a nightcap before bed at the rooftop bar, Le Hibou, where cocktails on the terrace come with city views. The writer travelled as a guest of Viking Cruises and stayed as a guest of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Bonnie's Restaurant in the Bank Hotel. Picture: Amanda Woods How to get to Stockholm, Sweden from Australia Multiple airlines fly from Australia to Stockholm including Qatar Airways, which has one-stop flights from some Australian cities to Stockholm, and Finnair, which offers flights through Singapore or Hong Kong before a hop to Helsinki. Where to stay in Stockholm, Sweden Part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the Bank Hotel has 111 rooms including windowless vault rooms for total blackout sleeps in a historic bank building where modern art mixes with heritage touches just a stone's throw from the waterfront. Originally published as I spent 48 hours in Stockholm, this is the ultimate 2-day itinerary
Reuters
20-06-2025
- Science
- Reuters
Wreck of 17th century Swedish warship found off Finland
Researchers have identified a shipwreck off Porkkala, in southern Finland, as the Swedish warship 'Falken,' a 17th-century vessel built in Stockholm and considered the 'little sister' of the iconic Vasa ship.
Local Norway
26-05-2025
- Local Norway
The Stockholm day trip you probably haven't thought of yet
So you've had a cosy fika in charming Gamla Stan, seen the enormous Vasa up close, pretended to dance alongside ABBA and bar-hopped and shopped your way around Södermalm. There's been meatball meals, viking experiences and city sightseeing aplenty. Stockholm has a lot to offer but there is also plenty to see and do beyond the city. Maybe you have family or friends coming to visit, or you're simply looking for a new day trip idea. Have you considered boarding a cruise ship and taking in the Stockholm Archipelago for a day? Tickets start at just 14 euros and it's an easy, fun and impressive way to host for a day and show off the area. After taking an 11-hour Archipelago Cruise with Viking Line recently, here's what to expect and why we think you should go on one too. Discover the archipelago No visit to Stockholm is complete without seeing at least some of the 30,000 islands that make up the beautiful Stockholm Archipelago. It's even been named by National Geographic as one of the 25 best places in the world to travel to in 2025. The high vantage point of a Viking Line ship offers a truly unique way to see the sprawling islands. Sail past sheltered coves, dreamy summer house scenes, islets, hidden beaches, granite skerries, bird life and lighthouses from Stockholm to Åland, taking in the two archipelagos. We've found the best day trip idea! Book an Archipelago Cruise with Viking Line The day trip details The Viking Line Archipelago Cruise sails from Stockholm with Viking Grace at 7:45 and returns, via Mariehamn, on Viking Glory at 18:55. It's an early start but means making the most of the day and is perfect timing for a delicious premium breakfast at Viking Grace's Oscar A La Carte restaurant at the ship's bow as she cruises out from the city and towards Åland (technically Finland so bring your travel documents). Start the day with a friendly greeting and an offer of cava or non-alcoholic sparkling wine. It really sets the mood for a holiday (even if only for a day). With plenty of time ahead, you can have a calm start to the day, take your time and enjoy. Alongside the lavish breakfast buffet, choose a hot breakfast dish from the menu with the likes of a big 'Viking' breakfast or a 64-degree egg with potato foam and salmon on offer. Vista room aboard Viking Glory. Photo: Viking Lines There are seven other places to eat or drink on board, ranging from casual cafes to retro bars, plus plenty of public spaces to hang out in. If you want some private space, it's possible to book one of the impressively large cabins to unwind in if you like, too. Post-breakfast is a good time to explore the ship and take in the vast nature and serene views – see the impressive green islands and summer estates around Furusund, to the north of Stockholm, for example. Spas at sea In true Swedish and Finnish style, there are beautiful spas on board all Viking Line ships. Starting from 19 euros, spend two hours relaxing at Viking Glory or Viking Grace's SPA Archipelago Spa and Wellness in a cosy robe with uninterrupted views of the vast Baltic Sea and its thousands of islands. There are hot tubs beside giant windows, a relaxation pool, spa treatments, panoramic views – and a variety of saunas, of course. This is such a nice and affordable way to have spa time. The amenities are luxurious and impressive, including spa treatments using Babor and Elemis products, and you have the added bonus of an ever-changing outlook. If you're travelling in a group, you can also book a VIP room with a private sauna, hot tub and food and drink options. Want a peaceful, comfortable and affordable way to see Stockholm Archipelago? Book a cruise with Viking Line Spa with a view on Viking Glory. Photo: Viking Lines All aboard – the ships After a long relaxing breakfast, followed by a couple of hours relaxing in the day spa overlooking the rocky skerries, islets and lighthouses that dot the outskirts of Åland, Viking Grace glides into Mariehamn. A quick ship change at 14:10 Finnish time and it's on to Viking Line's flagship liner, the three-year-old Viking Glory, who truly lives up to her name. This stunning ship is one of the world's most climate-smart vessels and features the kind of luxurious and well-designed interiors we come to expect in Scandinavia. Rich jewel-tones complement blonde timber, textured furnishings and gold and brass fixtures. The attention to detail in seating areas, restaurants – all the spaces of the ship – add to the experience. As with Viking Grace, there are many options for dining aboard Viking Glory, depending on what you feel like. There are bistros, buffets, cafes, bakeries, and even a food hall. The Buffet restaurant presents a smorgasbord to rival all smorgasbords and includes quality Nordic dishes with a focus on local and seasonal produce (70 per cent of the ingredients are sourced from the Nordic region) and a fun DIY dessert area. The plant-based section is inspiring and well thought-out, plus drinks, including beer, wine, soft drinks, and coffee, are included in the affordable price. Sail past the Stockholm and Åland archipelagos aboard Viking Grace for an unforgettable day trip. Photo: Viking Lines Unwind after lunch with a wander around the ship, there's a rooftop bar and plenty of cosy nooks and plush chairs to relax in. Stop by a cafe for fika, or maybe a table by a big window for a wine or local Åland beer. There's inviting seating and live music in Torget, the ship's main square, a whole event line-up of musicians, singers, DJs and illusionists to see, duty free shopping and a casino – plus games zones and play areas for younger ones. Make sure to find a comfortable spot outside on the Viking Terrace or by a window as Glory cruises back into Stockholm to enjoy the early evening light on the city and its glorious islands. Who does this trip suit? This is the kind of day trip that is super easy and convenient for everyone of all ages. There are no buses to hop on and off, no cobblestone streets to navigate. The ships are nice, they are new and they are comfortable and filled with places you actually want to spend your time in. Have kids in tow? There are playrooms with slides, ball pits, books, soft-play areas, mini climbing walls and toys galore, plus scheduled activities – like craft, quizzes and hugs with ship cat Ville Viking – on board. When it's time to refuel, there are kids' menus available in the restaurants and The Buffet restaurant even has a dedicated kids area, loaded with all the things children love to eat, like chicken drumsticks, sausages, meatballs, fries, cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices. The spa is also family friendly during certain hours and little ones will be captivated by being on an enormous ship, spotting islands and birds. There are plenty of areas to hang out, sit around and catch up while you enjoy the serene views, pamper yourselves. Have a coffee at one end of the ship, enjoy lunch somewhere else, have a snack and a drink on the deck as you look out over the sea. Whether you want to relax to some jazz, dance to old favourites on the piano, or see a favourite artist or band, there's a packed list of activities and music to entertain all ages on each cruise. It's all easy and fun and works no matter what kind of day trip you are after – whether you're a family, a couple or friends. So if you're after a relaxing day trip that includes seeing the stunning Stockholm Archipelago, tasting quality Nordic cuisine in beautiful restaurants and relaxing in a spa overlooking the Baltic Sea, a cruise is an idea worth exploring. From day trips to overnight voyages, Viking Line has a number of cruises and destinations to choose from. Find out more here
Local Sweden
26-05-2025
- Local Sweden
The Stockholm day trip you probably haven't thought of yet
We think we've found the best way to enjoy the Stockholm Archipelago with this memorable day trip idea. So you've had a cosy fika in charming Gamla Stan, seen the enormous Vasa up close, pretended to dance alongside ABBA and bar-hopped and shopped your way around Södermalm. There's been meatball meals, viking experiences and city sightseeing aplenty. Stockholm has a lot to offer but there is also plenty to see and do beyond the city. Maybe you have family or friends coming to visit, or you're simply looking for a new day trip idea. Have you considered boarding a cruise ship and taking in the Stockholm Archipelago for a day? Tickets start at just 14 euros and it's an easy, fun and impressive way to host for a day and show off the area. After taking an 11-hour Archipelago Cruise with Viking Line recently, here's what to expect and why we think you should go on one too. Discover the archipelago No visit to Stockholm is complete without seeing at least some of the 30,000 islands that make up the beautiful Stockholm Archipelago. It's even been named by National Geographic as one of the 25 best places in the world to travel to in 2025. The high vantage point of a Viking Line ship offers a truly unique way to see the sprawling islands. Sail past sheltered coves, dreamy summer house scenes, islets, hidden beaches, granite skerries, bird life and lighthouses from Stockholm to Åland, taking in the two archipelagos. We've found the best day trip idea! Book an Archipelago Cruise with Viking Line The day trip details The Viking Line Archipelago Cruise sails from Stockholm with Viking Grace at 7:45 and returns, via Mariehamn, on Viking Glory at 18:55. It's an early start but means making the most of the day and is perfect timing for a delicious premium breakfast at Viking Grace's Oscar A La Carte restaurant at the ship's bow as she cruises out from the city and towards Åland (technically Finland so bring your travel documents). Start the day with a friendly greeting and an offer of cava or non-alcoholic sparkling wine. It really sets the mood for a holiday (even if only for a day). With plenty of time ahead, you can have a calm start to the day, take your time and enjoy. Alongside the lavish breakfast buffet, choose a hot breakfast dish from the menu with the likes of a big 'Viking' breakfast or a 64-degree egg with potato foam and salmon on offer. Vista room aboard Viking Glory. Photo: Viking Lines There are seven other places to eat or drink on board, ranging from casual cafes to retro bars, plus plenty of public spaces to hang out in. If you want some private space, it's possible to book one of the impressively large cabins to unwind in if you like, too. Post-breakfast is a good time to explore the ship and take in the vast nature and serene views – see the impressive green islands and summer estates around Furusund, to the north of Stockholm, for example. Spas at sea In true Swedish and Finnish style, there are beautiful spas on board all Viking Line ships. Starting from 19 euros, spend two hours relaxing at Viking Glory or Viking Grace's SPA Archipelago Spa and Wellness in a cosy robe with uninterrupted views of the vast Baltic Sea and its thousands of islands. There are hot tubs beside giant windows, a relaxation pool, spa treatments, panoramic views – and a variety of saunas, of course. This is such a nice and affordable way to have spa time. The amenities are luxurious and impressive, including spa treatments using Babor and Elemis products, and you have the added bonus of an ever-changing outlook. If you're travelling in a group, you can also book a VIP room with a private sauna, hot tub and food and drink options. Want a peaceful, comfortable and affordable way to see Stockholm Archipelago? Book a cruise with Viking Line Spa with a view on Viking Glory. Photo: Viking Lines All aboard – the ships After a long relaxing breakfast, followed by a couple of hours relaxing in the day spa overlooking the rocky skerries, islets and lighthouses that dot the outskirts of Åland, Viking Grace glides into Mariehamn. A quick ship change at 14:10 Finnish time and it's on to Viking Line's flagship liner, the three-year-old Viking Glory, who truly lives up to her name. This stunning ship is one of the world's most climate-smart vessels and features the kind of luxurious and well-designed interiors we come to expect in Scandinavia. Rich jewel-tones complement blonde timber, textured furnishings and gold and brass fixtures. The attention to detail in seating areas, restaurants – all the spaces of the ship – add to the experience. As with Viking Grace, there are many options for dining aboard Viking Glory, depending on what you feel like. There are bistros, buffets, cafes, bakeries, and even a food hall. The Buffet restaurant presents a smorgasbord to rival all smorgasbords and includes quality Nordic dishes with a focus on local and seasonal produce (70 per cent of the ingredients are sourced from the Nordic region) and a fun DIY dessert area. The plant-based section is inspiring and well thought-out, plus drinks, including beer, wine, soft drinks, and coffee, are included in the affordable price. Sail past the Stockholm and Åland archipelagos aboard Viking Grace for an unforgettable day trip. Photo: Viking Lines Unwind after lunch with a wander around the ship, there's a rooftop bar and plenty of cosy nooks and plush chairs to relax in. Stop by a cafe for fika, or maybe a table by a big window for a wine or local Åland beer. There's inviting seating and live music in Torget, the ship's main square, a whole event line-up of musicians, singers, DJs and illusionists to see, duty free shopping and a casino – plus games zones and play areas for younger ones. Make sure to find a comfortable spot outside on the Viking Terrace or by a window as Glory cruises back into Stockholm to enjoy the early evening light on the city and its glorious islands. Who does this trip suit? This is the kind of day trip that is super easy and convenient for everyone of all ages. There are no buses to hop on and off, no cobblestone streets to navigate. The ships are nice, they are new and they are comfortable and filled with places you actually want to spend your time in. Have kids in tow? There are playrooms with slides, ball pits, books, soft-play areas, mini climbing walls and toys galore, plus scheduled activities – like craft, quizzes and hugs with ship cat Ville Viking – on board. When it's time to refuel, there are kids' menus available in the restaurants and The Buffet restaurant even has a dedicated kids area, loaded with all the things children love to eat, like chicken drumsticks, sausages, meatballs, fries, cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices. The spa is also family friendly during certain hours and little ones will be captivated by being on an enormous ship, spotting islands and birds. There are plenty of areas to hang out, sit around and catch up while you enjoy the serene views, pamper yourselves. Have a coffee at one end of the ship, enjoy lunch somewhere else, have a snack and a drink on the deck as you look out over the sea. Whether you want to relax to some jazz, dance to old favourites on the piano, or see a favourite artist or band, there's a packed list of activities and music to entertain all ages on each cruise. It's all easy and fun and works no matter what kind of day trip you are after – whether you're a family, a couple or friends. So if you're after a relaxing day trip that includes seeing the stunning Stockholm Archipelago, tasting quality Nordic cuisine in beautiful restaurants and relaxing in a spa overlooking the Baltic Sea, a cruise is an idea worth exploring. From day trips to overnight voyages, Viking Line has a number of cruises and destinations to choose from. Find out more here
