Alicia Erickson is a travel writer and content strategist with bylines in BBC Travel, National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler, Fodor’s, and World Nomads. With a background in international development and a decade of experience as a digital nomad, she specializes in mindful, experiential travel across lesser-known destinations.
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Alicia Erickson is a global travel writer, content strategist, and speaker with over a decade of experience in print and digital media. Raised across three continents, Alicia has long been driven by a deep curiosity about the world, a passion that eventually led her to pursue a career that bridges storytelling, culture, and responsible tourism.
She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington and a master’s degree from the London School of Economics, with a focus on international development and political conflict. While her early career centered on these issues, her path organically shifted toward travel journalism as she began working remotely across five continents as a digital nomad.
Alicia has contributed to a wide range of respected publications, including BBC Travel, National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler, World Nomads, Fodor’s, and the Seattle Times. She has also worked with travel startups, hospitality brands, and community organizations to develop content that highlights inclusive, regenerative, and experiential travel. Her storytelling often centers on underrepresented regions, local communities, and the intersection of travel with sustainability and cultural preservation.
In addition to her writing, Alicia has served as a guest lecturer aboard Royal Caribbean cruise ships as an African destination specialist and continues to collaborate with tourism boards and ethical travel companies to help shape a more mindful future for travel.
Areas of Interest
Responsible and regenerative travel, international development, and political science.
