MY GROWNUP GAP YEAR

Thinking about taking a career break? Me too! Follow my journey.

Get inspired as I plan my 2023 gap year in Avellanas, Costa Rica.

(T - 12 months and counting...)

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Mikaela Kiner

Oct 8, 20232 min read

Gap Quarter Prep: Palm Springs

Ok so first my gap year turned into a gap quarter Plus a month - and that's ok! My kids asked if I didn't want to be home with them in...

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Mikaela Kiner

Sep 15, 20222 min read

Digital Nomad: T Minus 12 Months

I've gotten lots of messages asking how I'm enjoying Costa Rica and apologizing for "bothering me" while I'm off the grid. In fact, I'm...

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Mikaela Kiner

Jul 18, 20224 min read

Grown Up Gap Years are on the Rise

As I started planning my own #grownupgapyear I became curious about #timeoff trends. Are other people doing this? The answer is yes, and...

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One Week in Tamarindo: Surf, Snack, Sloth

Mikaela Kiner

Jun 28, 20225 min read

One Week in Tamarindo: Surf, Snack, Sloth

Last week my friend told me she and her kids were headed to Tamarindo for a home-stay and Spanish classes - unfortunately we missed each...

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Mikaela Kiner

Jun 4, 20224 min read

How Costa Rica Inspired my Gap Year

A big part of planning your gap year is choosing where to go. I’m lucky because I actually fell in love with Costa Rica before ever...

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Don't Let These Ten Gap Year Myths Stop You

Mikaela Kiner

May 19, 20222 min read

Don't Let These Ten Gap Year Myths Stop You

You can probably think of lots of reasons why a #gapyear is NOT a good idea. Or, it's a good idea for others but not for you. Your...

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Mikaela Kiner

May 18, 20222 min read

Gap Years Aren't Just for Kids Anymore

My daughter who's a highschool junior talked for years about taking a #gapyear and I was a big supporter. Not only that, I started making...

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10 Things to Think About When Planning Your Gap Year

Mikaela Kiner

May 17, 20222 min read

10 Things to Think About When Planning Your Gap Year

No doubt there's plenty to think about when planning to take time off. I expect to ask and answer hundreds of questions over the next...

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