I’m Tying the Knot in Thailand — These Are the 15 Items I Told My Southeast Asia First-timer Guests to Pack
Although I love where I live in Montana, I’ve always wanted a destination wedding. So, much to my 95-year-old grandmother’s chagrin, in a few months, I’ll be tying the knot at Chai Lai Orchid, an elephant sanctuary in Thailand. Most of my friends and family have never been to Southeast Asia, so they’re already starting to ask me what they should bring. Fortunately, I’ve visited Thailand every year for an 8-week sabbatical since 2016.
I may not have permanent resident status yet, but I have the whole Thailand packing list down pat. For example, even if they don’t like sandals, my guests are going to want to pack footwear that's easy to slip on and off since it’s customary to leave your shoes at the door in this country where construction workers often sport Crocs or flip-flops.
Continue reading for tips for traveling to Southeast Asia, written by Katie Jackson.
April 15, 2025
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凯蒂-杰克逊（Katie Jackson）是蒙大拿州大空之乡的一名作家和媒体专家。从纽约到尼加拉瓜，凯蒂在各地生活和工作，她对冒险并不陌生。当她不周游世界（或写作时！），她会忙着追逐一只名叫宙斯（Zeus）的莱昂伯格犬。在 Instagram@katietalkstravel 上关注凯蒂的旅行。
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