Hi, I'm Stuart Williams, and welcome to STU STEPS AWAY.

Extreme day trips, budget travel challenges and transport adventures across the UK and Europe

From £16 high-speed trains across Spain and £30 returns to the Italian Lakes, to one-day adventures in Poland, Luxembourg, Copenhagen, Bratislava, Budapest and beyond, I'm proving you don't need weeks off work or a huge budget to travel.

Soon to be semi-retired after years behind a desk, I'm spending my second act collecting experiences instead of things. If there's a scenic railway, bargain flight, international coach, ferry crossing or travel challenge that sounds slightly ridiculous, I'm probably already figuring out how to make it work.

Expect honest travel vlogs, rail journeys, airport transfers, real prices and unexpected twists.

Whether you're planning a trip, looking for transport tips, or enjoying armchair travel, you're very welcome aboard.

Join me for the next mile.