Addicted to Trails

Join Alexys and Erica, two Smoky Mountains-based creators and travel bloggers, as they share hiking stories from around the world, simple ways you can enjoy the outdoors responsibly, and valuable outdoor tips gathered from more than a decade of hiking, camping, and backpacking.

87: Behind Alexys Abroad - What It Really Takes to Build a Travel Blog

Find out what it’s really like to be a full-time travel blogger! In this episode, Erica asks Alexys in-depth questions about travel blogging, from how/why she started it, how she monetizes, her favorite tools, her wild growth, the challenges, mistakes she made & more!Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficial

10-17
01:05:40

86: From 7K to 200K - The Story Behind Our Social Media Growth

Listen as we share about our wild growth on social media! We went from 7K to 200K on Facebook in just 1 year, and we’re sharing the strategies that got us there. Strategies YOU can implement to grow & monetize YOUR account!Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficial

10-10
34:51

85: We (Barely) Survived Backpacking to Wedgemount Lake

Join us as we recap the adventures (and misadventures) backpacking to Wedgemount Lake in BC, Canada! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficial

09-26
32:04

84: Coworking & Adventuring in Whistler - Feeling Realigned & Inspired

In this episode, we're sharing all about our recent trip to BC! We met up with eight of our blogger & creator friends for a week of coworking, hiking, alpine swimming, and backpacking in the mountains! We chat about this trip left us feeling much more inspired & realigned after swapping expertise, working together, and bouncing ideas off each other. If you get the opportunity to cowork with creator friends in a beautiful location, DO IT!Stay tuned for next week when we share about our wild backpacking adventure!Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficialInstagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠

09-12
39:34

83: LNT Principle #7 - Be Considerate of Other Visitors

Welcome to the seventh episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #7: Be considerate of other visitors, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it.Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficial

08-29
37:50

82: LNT Priniciple #6 - Respect Wildlife

Welcome to the sixth episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #6: Respect Wildlife, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it.Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBB

08-22
25:46

81: LNT Principle#5 - Minimize campfire Impacts

Welcome to the fifth episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #5: Minimize Campfire Impacts, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it.Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBB

08-15
20:07

80: LNT Principle #4 - Leave What You Find, EXPLAINED

Welcome to the fourth episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #4: Leave What You Find, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it.Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBB

08-08
35:29

79: LNT Principle #3 - Dispose of Waste Properly, EXPLAINED

Welcome to the third episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #3: Dispose of Waste Properly, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it.Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficialInstagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠

08-01
22:54

78: LNT Principle #2 - Travel & Camp on Durable Surfaces, EXPLAINED

Welcome to the second episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles!Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #2: Travel & Camp on Durable Surfaces, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficial

07-25
37:24

77: LNT Principle #1 - Plan Ahead & Prepare, EXPLAINED

Welcome to the first episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace principles! If you missed last week's episode, make sure to listen to that one first; it's an overview of all of them.Here's everything you need to know about Leave No Trace principle #1: Plan Ahead & Prepare, including what it is, why it's important, and exactly how to follow it.Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficialInstagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠ Youtube: ⁠/ mbbmusic  ⁠

07-11
47:54

76: Let's Talk About Leave No Trace!

Welcome to the first episode in our NEW Leave No Trace series, where we dive deep into all 7 of the LNT outdoor principles.This first episode is an overview. We'll share a brief overview of each, and then in the coming episodes, we'll do a deep dive into one at a time! Enjoy!Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficialInstagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠

07-04
16:36

75: Bears, Waterfalls, and Jiffy Pop 🍿

In this episode, we talk about our 5 day, 4 night camping trip in the Smokies! It was so fun getting to explore our backyard and do some of the things we haven't done yet :) Enjoy our recap of bear encounters, Jiffy Pop campfire sessions, wild waterfall adventures, and more!Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficialInstagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠

06-27
48:26

74: Pet Peeves as Creators 🤔

In this episode, we're sharing the pet peeves we have as creators, relating to brands, people/audience, and technology. You won't want to miss this fun episode!Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficial

06-13
49:39

73: Ranking Our Favorite States 🇺🇸

In this episode, we’re ranking our favorite states!Follow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comIndiana Road Trip: 10 Stops For Outdoor Adventurehttps://alexysabroad.com/indiana-road-trip/See you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficialInstagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠

06-07
42:37

72: 11 Hidden Gems in Tennessee 🤯

In this episode, we're sharing 11 hidden gems in Tennessee! You won't believe these wild places that are frequently skipped by tourists and locals.If you prefer to read about these amazing places, here's my blog post: https://alexysabroad.com/hidden-gems-in-tennessee/Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comGrab a copy of the Smokies Ebook! 👇🏻https://alexysabroad.com/great-smoky-mountains-digital-planning-guide/See you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBInstagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠

05-30
47:28

71 : We Backpacked 40 Miles Through Havasupai! 🎒

In this episode, we’re sharing all about our epic 40-mile backpacking trip through Havasupai, the land of the magical turquoise waterfalls 😍Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficialInstagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠

05-23
01:06:43

70 : Co-working in Thailand + Exciting Changes Coming 👀

In last week’s episode, we talked about our exciting adventures in Thailand. In this episode, we’re talking about what it was like to cowork in Thailand and the exciting changes that we’re making to Alexys Abroad!Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail! 🥾Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficial

05-16
30:32

69: Thailand Recap (Let's talk 🥥)

In this episode, we’re sharing all about our trip to Thailand! Listen to us tell stories about traveling across the world to meet up with internet friends!Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @eesslinger86Watch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBYoutube: ⁠/ mbbmusic  ⁠ Instagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠

04-25
57:42

68: The Story of Quitting Our Jobs to Become Travel Bloggers & Creators

In this episode, we're sharing how and why we quit our jobs to become travel bloggers and creators! We start the story from the beginning - how our love for travel, writing, trip planning, photography, and videography began. Then we share all the steps along the way that led us to where we are today: full-time travel bloggers and creators!Travel Blog: alexysabroad.comFollow us on Instagram: @alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hikingWatch our Youtube Videos: @addictedtotrailsReach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.comSee you on the trail!Theme music provided by: Happy by MBBHappy by MBB | ⁠/ mbbofficialYoutube: ⁠/ mbbmusic  ⁠ Instagram: ⁠/ mbb_music  ⁠

04-04
36:33

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