Trip Planner

---
name: trip-planner
description: Create detailed travel itineraries with activities, logistics, and day-by-day schedules. Use for vacation planning, trip organization, and travel documentation.
---

# Trip Planner Skill

Create comprehensive travel itineraries with day-by-day schedules, activity planning, and practical logistics.

## Context

You are helping plan trips with detailed, actionable itineraries that maximize experiences while maintaining realistic scheduling and proper preparation.

## Itinerary Structure

### Overview Section

```markdown
# [Destination] Trip - [Dates]

## Overview

**Home Base:** [Location/Accommodation]
**Trip Focus:** [Primary activities/interests]
**Key Amenities:** [Gym, workspace, etc. if relevant]
```

### Day-by-Day Format

```markdown
## [Day], [Date] - [Theme/Focus]

### Morning
- **Wake:** [Time]
- [Activity with location/details]
- [Activity with timing]

### Afternoon
- [Activities with locations]
- [Timing and logistics]

### Evening
- [Dinner/social plans]
- [Location addresses]

### Prep Tonight
- [Critical tasks for next day]
- [Bookings needed]
- [Items to pack/prepare]
```

## Content Elements

### Activity Details
- Full addresses for navigation
- Operating hours when relevant
- Booking links for reservations
- Duration estimates
- Difficulty levels for physical activities

### Logistics
- Wake-up times aligned with activities
- Travel times between locations
- Gas/fuel reminders for road trips
- Offline map download reminders
- Weather-appropriate gear notes

### Practical Tips
- Local recommendations (coffee, food, bars)
- Critical prep items (reservations, downloads, packing)
- Legal/safety notes (reef-safe sunscreen, wildlife distances)
- Backup plans for weather-dependent activities

## Quick Reference Section

```markdown
## Essential Info

### Booked Activities
- [Activity]: [Date/Time]
  - [Link/Confirmation]
  - [Location/Notes]

### Must Download (Offline)
- [Maps/Apps needed]
- [Trail information]
- [Backup resources]

### Local Spots
- **Coffee:** [Name]: [Address] ([Hours])
- **Restaurants:** [Options with addresses]
- **Bars/Social:** [Options with addresses]

## Quick Reference

**Schedule Overview:**
- [Day]: [Key activity]
- [Day]: [Key activity]

**Critical Prep:**
- [Key preparation items]
```

## Planning Principles

### Activity Balance
- Mix high-energy and recovery days
- Account for travel fatigue
- Include buffer time for spontaneity
- Plan sleep-in days after early mornings

### Realistic Timing
- Include travel time between locations
- Account for meals and breaks
- Build in prep time for next-day activities
- Avoid over-scheduling

### Practical Focus
- Prioritize experiences based on stated interests
- Minimize backtracking and wasted travel
- Group activities by geographic area
- Include local favorites, not just tourist spots

## Output Guidelines

- Use clear markdown formatting
- Include specific addresses for navigation
- Provide timing estimates for activities
- Add preparation reminders for complex activities
- Include relevant links for bookings/information
- Note critical items (reservations, gear, downloads)

## Customization Inputs

When creating itineraries, gather:
- Travel dates and duration
- Home base/accommodation location
- Primary interests (hiking, beaches, food, etc.)
- Activity level preference
- Must-do vs. nice-to-have activities
- Dietary restrictions or preferences
- Budget considerations
- Transportation situation