# Cartagena 2026 — Reference Example

Complete worked example of a trip itinerary. Saved as reference for future trip planning sessions.

## Key facts from this session

- **Travelers:** Germaine, Anita (girlfriend), Tina (ex-wife), Garrison (11yo son)
- **Route:** Savannah GA → MCO → PTY → CTG (Copa Airlines A4GSFD)
- **No checked bags** — all carry-on
- **All four have TSA PreCheck + Global Entry**
- **No rental car in Cartagena** — taxis/rideshares

## Timeline formula used

Departure day from Savannah: **Leave home 6h before flight time** to account for:
- 4.5h drive to MCO (Savannah → Orlando via I-95)
- Rest stop (~15 min)
- Rental car return (~15 min)
- Shuttle to terminal (~15 min)
- PreCheck security (~15 min)
- 90 min at gate before boarding

## Avis two-reservation pattern

| Leg | Route | Res # | Vehicle |
|-----|-------|-------|---------|
| Departure | SAV → MCO | #19589134US5 | Ford Explorer |
| Return | MCO → SAV | #19589475US3 | Ford Explorer |

## Email delivery

- Sent from shonuff@germainebrown.com
- To: Germaine, CC: Anita, Tina, Garrison
- BCC: Germaine for copy
- Separate send to browo955@yahoo.com (not in original group)

## Document location

Full markdown: `/root/.hermes/trips/cartagena-2026.md`
Email text version: `/tmp/cartagena-email.txt`
