Trip Overview AWS re:Invent 2026 + personal travel — Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco
Route at a glance
| Segment | Dates | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas, NV | Nov 28 – Dec 5 | re:Invent conference (business) |
| Los Angeles, CA | Dec 5 – 8 | Santa Monica, Hollywood, Getty (personal) |
| San Francisco, CA | Dec 8 – 11 | Golden Gate, Alcatraz, cable cars (personal) |
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US Visa (B1/B2) Preparation Purpose: attend AWS re:Invent 2026 + personal travel · Event: Nov 30 – Dec 4, 2026
1. Document Checklist
Essential Documents (per person)
Supporting — Kajonsak (Primary / B1)
Supporting — Wife (Accompanying Spouse / B2)
Supporting — Financial (both)
Supporting — Ties to Thailand
Travel Arrangements
2. Employment Verification Letter (Draft Template)
This letter should be issued on official Amazon Web Services letterhead and signed by your manager or HR.
[Date]
U.S. Embassy Bangkok
95 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan
Bangkok 10330, Thailand
To Whom It May Concern,
Re: Visa Support Letter for Kajonsak Temeeyajit
This letter is to confirm that Mr. Kajonsak Temeeyajit is a full-time employee of Amazon Web Services (AWS), a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc. He has been employed as an Account Solutions Architect since approximately December 2022, based at our Bangkok, Thailand office.
Mr. Temeeyajit is required to travel to the United States to attend AWS re:Invent 2026, our flagship annual cloud computing conference, which will be held from November 30 to December 4, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. He will be in the US from November 28 to December 11, 2026, combining business attendance with personal travel after the conference.
As part of his role, Mr. Temeeyajit works with enterprise customers in Thailand to design and implement cloud solutions using AWS services. Attending re:Invent is essential for him to stay current with the latest AWS technologies, attend technical training sessions, and collaborate with global AWS teams.
Travel Details:
- Event: AWS re:Invent 2026
- Dates: November 30 – December 4, 2026
- Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
- Purpose: Conference attendance, technical training, and internal team meetings (business portion); personal travel thereafter
Amazon Web Services will cover all business-related travel expenses including airfare, accommodation, and per diem during the conference period (November 28 – December 5, 2026). Mr. Temeeyajit will take personal leave from December 5–11, 2026 for personal travel, at his own expense, before returning to Thailand to resume his duties.
Mr. Temeeyajit will be accompanied by his spouse, Mrs. (TBD) Temeeyajit, who will travel with him for the personal travel portion of the trip. Her expenses will be covered personally by Mr. Temeeyajit.
Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
[Manager's Name]
[Manager's Title]
Amazon Web Services
[Contact Email]
[Contact Phone]
3. DS-160 Key Information Reference
Kajonsak (B1/B2)
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Purpose of Trip | B1 — Business (Attending Conference) |
| Employer | Amazon Web Services (Thailand) |
| Job Title | Account Solutions Architect |
| Monthly Salary | (TBD — fill actual amount) |
| Travel Dates | Nov 28 – Dec 11, 2026 |
| US Address | The Venetian Resort, 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 |
| Who is Paying | Employer — Amazon Web Services |
| Been to the US Before? | (TBD — fill accordingly) |
| Conference Name | AWS re:Invent 2026 |
Wife (B2 — Tourism / Accompanying Spouse)
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Purpose of Trip | B2 — Tourism (Accompanying Spouse) |
| Employer | (TBD — fill her employer, or "Homemaker" if applicable) |
| Job Title | (TBD — fill actual title) |
| Monthly Salary | (TBD — fill actual amount) |
| Travel Dates | Nov 28 – Dec 11, 2026 |
| US Address | The Venetian Resort, 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 |
| Who is Paying | Self / Spouse (Kajonsak Temeeyajit) |
| Been to the US Before? | (TBD — fill accordingly) |
| Spouse Name | Kajonsak Temeeyajit |
| Spouse Employer | Amazon Web Services |
| Relationship to Applicant 1 | Spouse traveling together |
4. Travel Itinerary
| Date | Day | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28 (Sat) | 1 | Depart BKK → Arrive Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV |
| Nov 29 (Sun) | 2 | Free / Explore Las Vegas / Pre-conference prep | Las Vegas, NV |
| Nov 30 (Mon) | 3 | re:Invent Day 1 | Las Vegas, NV |
| Dec 1 (Tue) | 4 | re:Invent Day 2 | Las Vegas, NV |
| Dec 2 (Wed) | 5 | re:Invent Day 3 | Las Vegas, NV |
| Dec 3 (Thu) | 6 | re:Invent Day 4 | Las Vegas, NV |
| Dec 4 (Fri) | 7 | re:Invent Day 5 | Las Vegas, NV |
| Dec 5 (Sat) | 8 | LAS → LAX — Personal travel begins | Los Angeles, CA |
| Dec 6 (Sun) | 9 | Explore Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA |
| Dec 7 (Mon) | 10 | Explore Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA |
| Dec 8 (Tue) | 11 | LAX → SFO | San Francisco, CA |
| Dec 9 (Wed) | 12 | Explore San Francisco | San Francisco, CA |
| Dec 10 (Thu) | 13 | Explore San Francisco | San Francisco, CA |
| Dec 11 (Fri) | 14 | SFO → BKK — Return to Thailand | Departure |
5. Timeline & Action Items
6. US Embassy Bangkok — Interview Tips
Location: 95 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330
- Arrive early — at least 15 minutes before appointment
- No electronics allowed inside (leave phone in car or locker nearby)
- Dress professionally — business casual is fine
- Be concise — answer only what is asked
Key points to emphasize:
- You are attending a specific conference (re:Invent) with fixed dates
- Your employer (Amazon/AWS) is sponsoring the trip
- You have strong ties to Thailand (employment, property, family)
- You intend to return immediately after the conference
Tips for Wife's Interview
- If interviewing together, the officer may ask her questions separately
- She should know your travel purpose (re:Invent) and itinerary
- Emphasize ties to Thailand: her job (if employed), property, family
- Be ready to explain: "My husband is attending a work conference. I am joining him for the personal travel portion."
- Bring the Marriage Certificate (original + copy)
- If she has her own career/income, bring her own financial docs to show independence
7. Estimated Costs
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Visa Application Fee (MRV) ×2 | ~$370 USD (~13,000 THB) |
| Visa Photos ×2 | ~400 THB |
| Flights — Kajonsak (BKK–LAS–LAX–SFO–BKK) | (TBD — business portion covered by Amazon) |
| Flights — Wife (BKK–LAS–LAX–SFO–BKK) | (TBD — personal expense) |
| Hotels (14 nights, shared room) | (TBD — business portion Nov 28–Dec 5 covered by Amazon) |
| Personal travel expenses (Dec 5–11, both) | (TBD — personal expense) |
| Per Diem — Kajonsak, conference period | (TBD — per Amazon travel policy) |
| Total Visa Fees | ~$370 USD (~13,000 THB) |
LA & San Francisco Travel Guide Post re:Invent 2026 personal trip · Dec 5 – 11, 2026
Los Angeles (Dec 5 – 8)
Day 1 · Dec 5 (Sat) — Arrival & Santa Monica / Venice Beach
| Time | Activity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Arrive LAX from Las Vegas (~1hr flight) | Check into hotel |
| Afternoon | Santa Monica Pier & Beach | Iconic pier, Pacific Park rides, ocean views |
| Afternoon | Venice Beach Boardwalk | Street performers, Muscle Beach, murals, canals |
| Evening | Dinner at 3rd Street Promenade | Great dining & shopping strip |
Day 2 · Dec 6 (Sun) — Hollywood & Griffith
| Time | Activity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Hollywood Walk of Fame | TCL Chinese Theatre, Dolby Theatre (Oscars venue) |
| Morning | Hollywood Sign viewpoint | Best spots: Griffith Observatory or Lake Hollywood Park |
| Afternoon | Griffith Observatory | Free entry, stunning city views, planetarium shows |
| Afternoon | Drive through Beverly Hills / Rodeo Drive | Window shopping, celebrity homes |
| Evening | The Grove | Outdoor shopping center with holiday lights in December |
Day 3 · Dec 7 (Mon) — Downtown LA & Culture
| Time | Activity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | The Getty Center | World-class art museum, free admission, amazing architecture |
| Afternoon | Downtown LA (DTLA) | Grand Central Market (food hall), The Broad museum |
| Afternoon | Little Tokyo | Japanese culture, food, shops |
| Evening | LA Lakers Game (if available) | Crypto.com Arena, check schedule |
| Alternative | K-Town (Koreatown) | Amazing Korean BBQ, night scene |
LA Food Must-Try
| Food | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| In-N-Out Burger | Multiple locations | West Coast classic, order "Animal Style" |
| Tacos | Grand Central Market / street vendors | Best Mexican food outside Mexico |
| Korean BBQ | Koreatown | Park's BBQ or Kang Ho-dong Baekjeong |
| Ramen | Little Tokyo | Daikokuya or Tsujita |
| Thai Food | Thai Town (Hollywood) | Taste comparison with Bangkok |
San Francisco (Dec 8 – 11)
Day 4 · Dec 8 (Tue) — Arrival & Fisherman's Wharf
| Time | Activity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | LAX → SFO (~1.5hr flight) | Check into hotel |
| Afternoon | Fisherman's Wharf | Sea lions at Pier 39, souvenir shops, seafood |
| Afternoon | Ghirardelli Square | Famous chocolate factory, free samples |
| Evening | Dinner at Pier 39 or North Beach | Clam chowder in a bread bowl is a must |
Day 5 · Dec 9 (Wed) — Golden Gate & Iconic SF
| Time | Activity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Golden Gate Bridge | Walk or bike across (dress warm, ~8-14°C) |
| Morning | Battery Spencer viewpoint | Best photo spot of the bridge |
| Afternoon | Alcatraz Island | Book tickets NOW — sells out weeks ahead |
| Evening | Chinatown | Oldest Chinatown in North America, great dim sum |
Day 6 · Dec 10 (Thu) — Explore & Last Day
| Time | Activity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Cable Car Ride | Powell-Hyde line for best views, go early |
| Morning | Lombard Street | "Most crooked street in the world" |
| Afternoon | Union Square | Holiday shopping, ice skating rink in December |
| Afternoon | Ferry Building Marketplace | Artisan food, local produce, great lunch |
| Evening | Last dinner: Mission District | Burritos, trendy restaurants, street art |
SF Food Must-Try
| Food | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Clam Chowder Bread Bowl | Boudin Bakery (Fisherman's Wharf) | SF signature dish |
| Sourdough Bread | Boudin Bakery | Watch them make it live |
| Dim Sum | Chinatown (Good Mong Kok Bakery) | Arrive early, cash only |
| Mission Burrito | La Taqueria or El Farolito | Giant SF-style burritos |
| Dungeness Crab | Fisherman's Wharf | December is peak crab season |
| Ghirardelli Chocolate | Ghirardelli Square | Free samples at the shop |
Practical Tips
Weather in December
| City | Temperature | What to Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 10-20°C (50-68°F) | Light jacket, layers, comfortable walking shoes |
| San Francisco | 7-14°C (45-57°F) | Warm jacket, layers, wind-proof layer for Golden Gate |
Getting Around
| City | Best Transport | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | Rent a car or Uber/Lyft | LA is very spread out, public transit is limited |
| San Francisco | Walk + Muni/BART + Uber | Very walkable downtown, use Muni for cable cars |
Book in Advance
Budget Estimate (Personal Portion)
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Flights (LAS→LAX, LAX→SFO) | ~$100-200 USD total |
| Hotels (6 nights: 3 LA + 3 SF) | ~$150-250/night |
| Food & Dining | ~$50-80/day |
| Transport (car rental LA + Uber SF) | ~$50-80/day LA, ~$20-40/day SF |
| Activities & Attractions | ~$50-100 total |
| Total Estimated | ~$2,000-3,500 USD |
December in California is holiday season with festive lights, Christmas markets, and mild weather. Pack layers — SF gets chilly and windy at the Golden Gate. Enjoy the trip.