Eternally Evolving (with Miriam Donovan)

Eternally Evolving Podcast
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Welcome to Eternally Evolving: a podcast about traveling the world from the perspective of a girl who has also studied it. My name is Miriam; I have a degree in international relations and have traveled to 32 countries so far. This is a place for you to learn about travel and everything that encompasses: culture, history, religion, politics, peace, conflict, self-discovery, existentialism, and so much more. I always say that you cannot understand the world without having immersed yourself in it, and that’s exactly what I aim to do through my own personal journey and through this podc

  1. SEP 18

    Guatemala

    There's a reason why I have actually been to Guatemala twice over the last year; it's one of those countries I don't think I'll ever stop coming back to honestly. There is something truly so special about the culture, music, food, and landscapes here, plus some of the most lifechanging bucket list activities. In this epside I talk about the western vs eastern sides of Guatemala and the well-established travel route of all the places you want to see. From the colorful cobblestone streets of Antigua to the bluest water of Lake Atitlan to watching a volcano errupt all night at Acatenango to the Mayan fairy pools of Semuc Champey and more. INSTAGRAM: _miriamdonovan_ TIK TOK: _miriamdonovan_ COSTA RICA GROUP TRIP open now!! Message me to sign up!

    1h 18m

  2. AUG 5

    Q&A #2: how to afford traveling, underrated travel destinations, international relations advice & more

    Answering a wide variety of questions that people have asked me recently on Tik Tok. In this episode I discuss how I afford to travel full time, how I make money while traveling, underrated or hidden places you should travel to, getting out of the tourist areas while still feeling safe, advice for anyone wanting to study International Relations, Latin America travel routes and so much more. Remember I am always here through comments or dms to answer any questions you guys have and let me know if you would want more q&a episodes in the future! COSTA RICA GROUP TRIP: https://www.worldpackers.com/epic/experiences/finca-ganadito-sustainability/slots/MIRIAM2026 TIK TOK: _miriamdonovan_ INSTAGRAM: _miriamdonovan_ WORLDPACKERS CODE: MIRIAM

    43 min

  3. JUL 22

    Why I chose to solo travel Kosovo

    Kosovov truly surprised me; not only was it beautiful, peaceful, full of the kindest locals and intricately complicated history, but it potentially the safest I have ever felt while solo traveling. And as I state in the first 20 seconds of this episode, there is one big overall reason why I knew I had to come here when many travelers don't: welcome to the country that my dad helped liberate. Visiting Kosovo was one of the most unique and important experiences I have ever had and I will be the first to encourage anyone traveling in the Balkans to not skip it. COSTA RICA GROUP TRIP: https://www.worldpackers.com/epic/experiences/finca-ganadito-sustainability/slots/MIRIAM2026 TIK TOK: _miriamdonovan_ INSTAGRAM: _miriamdonovan_ WORLDPACKERS CODE: MIRIAM

    39 min

  4. JUL 11

    Croatia pt. 1 (Sail Week with Koda Sail)

    Croatia is now officially my most visited country; this was my third time going back to Croatia and it was hands down the best out of all of them. I joined the company Koda Sail for a week-long sailing trip around the Dalmation Coast, visiting some of the most famous & historic spots in Croatia as well as some of the most beautiful hidden beaches and islands. This company is (in my opinion) the most ethical and culturally immersive way to experience a tour like this, and that's largely thanks to the amazing owner, founder, and tour guide Chris. This week was truly a dream come true and I made some of the most amazing, genuinely supportive and like-minded friends. If you're looking to do a sail week in Croatia or any of the other countries they offer, I seriously cannot recommend Koda Sail enough. TIK TOK: _miriamdonovan_ INSTAGRAM: _miriamdonovan_ WORLDPACKERS CODE for $$ off: MIRIAM WORLDPACKERS GROUP TRIP TO. COSTA RICA: Jan. 18-25, 2026 *launching soon*

    39 min

  5. JUN 14

    There’s a lot going on in the world pt. 4 (life update & addressing US anti-immigration policy)

    Life has been chaotic and my voice is pretty much gone but I recorded a pretty raw episode talking about my perspective on the ICE raids and subsequent protests going on in the US this week. I’m currently in Croatia but I just spent 4 months of my life in Central and South America and it breaks my heart to see my own country demonizing and terrorizing immigrants, specifically from LATAM. So I ranted about it in a pretty unfiltered way and discussed a bit more about everything else I’m currently doing while traveling Europe this summer. A longer more thought out episode will be coming soon I promise. INSTAGRAM: _miriamdonovan_ TIK TOK: _miriamdonovan_ WORLDPACKERS CODE TO SAVE $$: MIRIAM

    19 min

  6. MAY 15

    Medellin, Colombia (and Guatape + Jardin)

    I think I have to give Medellin the title of my favorite city in the entire world (so far!) I spent two weeks here and found it to be one of the most complex, culturally vibrant, and misunderstood places I have ever traveled to, plus it was the perfect city for solo travelers! Between the legendary nightlife, incredible food, endless day trip options and beautiful surrounding natural landscape, I could have easily spent months here. This episode talks about the complex history of Medellin that I learned about directly from local guides and how much the city has changed over the last few decades. Plus I talk about my day trips/ overnight trips to Guatape & Jardin; two Andean towns that feel like a fairy tale. TIK TOK: _miriamdonovan_ INSTAGRAM: _miriamdonovan_ WORLDPACKERS CODE TO SAVE $$: MIRIAM

    51 min

  7. MAY 6

    Ometepe, Nicaragua

    Ometepe is a small island made up of 2 volcanos in the biggest lake in Central America. It's also hands down the most spiritually powerful place I have ever experienced, and as you will hear me say a hundred times throughout this episode, this island changed my life. I went to Ometepe twice throughout my time in Nicaragua and I know I will go back every single chance I get; both locals and travelers alike know the unique energy that this place holds. If you are ever in Nicaragua, please go visit my lovely friends at The Local's Collective and Casa Mariposa to hear more about why they moved to the island and the incredible work that they do there. INSTAGRAM: _miriamdonovan_ TIK TOK: _miriamdonovan_ WORLDPACKERS CODE TO SAVE $$: MIRIAM LINKS: https://linktr.ee/miriamdonovan

    39 min

  8. APR 16

    "That country is too dangerous to travel to" & other thoughts on safety generalizations

    Prefacing all of my upcoming Nicaragua and Colombia episodes with this small rant about why we need to stop generalizing about which countries are 'safe' or 'dangerous' to go to. For my entire time traveling through Latin America, one of the first things people had to say to me was always about whether or not I felt safe of I thought certain countries were unsafe, and the reality is that we can't keep talking about safety in such a black and white way. In this episode, I'm going to talk about how I perceive travel safety as a solo female traveler and why I get so frustrated when people let biases and preconceived notions determine their opinions on so many countries, specifically those in Central & South America. INSTAGRAM: _miriamdonovan_ TIK TOK: _miriamdonovan_ WORLDPACKERS CODE TO SAVE $: MIRIAM LINKS: https://linktr.ee/miriameternallyevolvingpod

    47 min
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Welcome to Eternally Evolving: a podcast about traveling the world from the perspective of a girl who has also studied it. My name is Miriam; I have a degree in international relations and have traveled to 32 countries so far. This is a place for you to learn about travel and everything that encompasses: culture, history, religion, politics, peace, conflict, self-discovery, existentialism, and so much more. I always say that you cannot understand the world without having immersed yourself in it, and that’s exactly what I aim to do through my own personal journey and through this podc

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