travel-researchlisted

# Travel Research Skill ## Intent Use this skill when the user is not ready for a full itinerary yet and needs stronger destination research first. The goal is to compare places honestly, surface tradeoffs early, and identify the best fit before handing off into `travel-planning` or `travel-itinerary`. ## Use When - The user wants to compare destinations, regions, or trip styles - A trip idea is still in the research phase and the right destination is not settled - The user needs deeper analysis of climate, seasonality, training value, crowds, budget, or travel friction - The best next step is to narrow choices before building a day by day plan ## Do Not Use When - The destination is already chosen and the user needs a full itinerary - The request is mainly about booking specific flights, hotels, or transport - The user wants a finished travel budget and execution plan more than research - The question is a quick one off logistics check that does not need structured comparison ## Research Priorities Always judge options against Mick's actual travel preferences: - solo travel by default - private rooms only - BNA as the home airport unless otherwise stated - value optimized, not backpacker cheap and not luxury - preference for active trips, endurance anchors, and good photo worthy experiences Focus on what materially separates one option from another: - total trip cost and daily spend - weather and season fit - live or current flight pricing, weather normals, and cr