We had zero issues with TSA in SF and NY, actually the lines were fairly light. One fight was at 10:00 AM, the other was at noon on the way home. We always get to the airport at least 2 hours early, this time because of the shutdown we got there 3 hrs early, and it was a breeze, better than past flights, actually.
I used to spend a 3 wks to a month a yr down at Playa, fishing for tuna and rooster fish.
Do yourself a favor, Brian, and jump on a half day Panga and tell him you don't care what type of fish, you just want action. The ground fishing is a blast, and pretty much nonstop action.
I hate travel days as well, and I'm not real keen of flying, I just pound 2-4 bloodymary's before I get on the plane, then order a bourbon when the drink service starts on the plane.
Go have fun, Brian, life will be here when you get back, so don't stress on things while you are away. Take some pool pictures, us old guys dig that stuff. LOL.
Be careful of any señoritas that are being extra nice too you at the pool or bar, because they are working, if you get my drift.
You're gonna have a blast.
Enjoy every moment, because it goes by quickly.
Dan.