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Find a family vacation rental in Costa Rica with ChatGPT agent

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by Kalen Jordan (@kalenjordan)
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Evidence: Described by posterThe person describes what happened in words, without screenshots or video.

Outcome

ChatGPT agent found a Costa Rica place with a pool at a decent rate for 2 adults and 3 kids; the poster was tempted to book without checking further.

Agent

ChatGPT agent

Prompt Recreated prompt

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Here's a task I'd like your help with. Read it all the way through before you start.

Goal: Find and book a nice place in Costa Rica with a pool for 2 adults and 3 kids, at a good rate.

Check with me first: What dates and budget do I have in mind?

What I'll give you:
- My dates
- Who's going (2 adults and 3 kids here)
- My budget or what counts as a good rate
- My booking account login (I'll sign in myself)

Rules:
- Find places that fit the group and have a pool, and compare rates.
- If something is missing or unclear, ask me instead of guessing.
- Before booking, show me your top pick with the price and key details.
- Don't pay without my OK. Stop at checkout and hand it back to me.

Output: Your top pick and a couple of alternatives, with prices, links and why you chose them.

You'll know it worked when: I have a place I'm happy to book without hours of research.

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Here's a task I'd like your help with. Read it all the way through before you start.

Goal: Find a family rental in Costa Rica with a pool for 2 adults and 3 kids, and prepare the booking for my approval.

Quick check first: tell me if anything below is missing or unclear.

Inputs (fill in or confirm):
- Dates
- Budget
- Areas and must-haves
- Booking account (I log in)
- Bed setup needed for three kids

Rules:
- Shortlist 3–5 places with pool, beds for five, total price and reviews.
- Check child safety notes (pool fencing) and kitchen.
- Check cancellation terms.
- Prefer places near beaches or activities I named.
- Read the latest reviews for noise, cleanliness and accuracy of photos.
- Show total cost including cleaning and service fees and taxes.
- Check distance to a grocery store and the nearest beach.

Checkpoint: Stop before payment.

If you get stuck: If login is needed (including any CAPTCHA or two-step code), ask me; never guess or store passwords.

Verify before you finish: Check dates and guests on the booking summary.

Output: Shortlist and booking page ready.

Done when: I can book a suitable, well-reviewed place.

Source

https://x.com/kalenjordan/status/1946285767690727918

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