Author

Greg Jorgensen

Creator of the award-winning travel blog Siam Stories and host of Thai Tourism Board official podcast (2008-2024). Former Lonely Planet contributor and author of three bestselling guidebooks on Thailand. Relocated from Portland to Bangkok in 2003 and never looked back.

708 articles

Jul 4, 2024

Celebrating the Birth of Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Walailak

Celebrate the birthday of Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Walailak with us, a day of reverence and joy for all Thais. Join in honoring her dedication to science and charitable work by leaving your messages of goodwill on the Royal Household website. PrincessChulabhornWalailak ThaiRoyalFamily UnityandReverence 🇹🇭👑

Jun 30, 2024

Koh Samui's Vibrant Display of Diversity

The Sunset Pride Parade in Koh Samui celebrated diversity and unity, with over 1,000 participants showcasing the island's commitment to inclusivity. Led by Dr. Peerapong Saleeratviphak, the parade marked the high point of the Pride Nation Samui International Festival. Let's celebrate love, acceptance, and progress together! SunsetPrideParade PrideNationSamui KohSamuiDiversity InclusionMatters 🏳️‍🌈💖

Jun 27, 2024

Koh Samui District Office: Hotel Business Licensing Guidelines

Calling all hotel businesses in Koh Samui! Stay informed with the latest licensing guidelines from the District Office to ensure smooth operations under the Hotel Act. Reach out for assistance and start the process of obtaining your hotel business license today! 🌴✨ KohSamui HotelBusiness LicensingGuidelines ComplianceIsKey

Jun 17, 2024

Communal Forest Robe Offering Ceremony

Join us on June 17, 2024, at the Vocational College of Dhamma Bananapotikun for a Communal Forest Robe Offering Ceremony and support education while enjoying delicious local treats. Make a lasting impact and empower the nation's youth for a brighter future! 🌿✨🙏🏼 RobeOffering MakeMerit SupportEducation

Jun 16, 2024

Introduction to Astro-tourism in Koh Samui

Discover the beauty of Koh Samui's night sky with the new astrotourism initiative, showcasing a breathtaking celestial display away from the coastal lights. Join us on a cosmic journey towards sustainable tourism and dark sky preservation in collaboration with NARIT, Koh Samui District, Municipality, and Samui Association. 🌌 AstroTourism KohSamui StargazingAdventure NARIT SustainableTourism

Jun 9, 2024

Koh Samui 2024 Taxation Guide

Get ahead of the game with the Koh Samui 2024 Tax Guide! 🌴🏠 Mark your calendars for key dates and support local development through timely tax payments. 🌺💰 KohSamuiTaxGuide CommunityDevelopment LocalTaxes SupportLocalGrowth 🏝️🌺

Jun 5, 2024

Celebrating His Majesty the King's 72nd Birthday: A Special Ordination Event in Surat Thani

Celebrate His Majesty the King's 72nd birthday with a special ordination event at Wat Trai Thammaram monastery in Surat Thani! 🙏 Embrace the monastic life in honor of King Maha Vajiralongkorn and embark on a transformative spiritual journey. 🏞️ Contact the Koh Samui District Office for more information and join us for this unique experience! 🌟 KingMahaVajiralongkorn SuratThaniOrdination SpiritualJourney

Jun 4, 2024

Royal Offering Ceremony Commemorates Queen's Birthday

Honoring Queen Suthida's birthday with a beautiful Royal Offering Ceremony showcasing deep respect and unity in Thailand. The diverse attendance at the ceremony highlights the strong connection between the Thai people and their beloved Queen. RoyalOfferingCeremony QueenSuthidaBajrasudhabimalalakshana ThaiMonarchy 🇹🇭👑🌺🕯️

Jun 3, 2024

Celebrating Her Majesty Queen Suthida's Birthday with Service and Ceremony

June 3rd marks a significant date in the Thai calendar as it commemorates the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana. In 2024, a spectrum of special activities were arranged to honor this occasion and showcased the deep respect and devotion of the Thai people towards their Queen.

Jun 3, 2024

Celebrating Her Majesty Queen Suthida's Birthday

Join us in celebrating Her Majesty Queen Suthida's birthday on June 3rd! Show your love and respect by leaving a message on the digital birthday card. Let's honor the beloved Queen of Thailand together. QueenSuthida ThailandCelebrates LongLiveTheQueen 👑🎉

May 31, 2024

Empowering Thai Education Through Coding

Empower Thai students with digital skills for a brighter future through the "Coding for Better Life" project at Municipal School 1 Wat Lamai! Join the movement on CodingThailand's official Facebook Page to prepare our youth for success in the techdriven world. 🌟 CodingForBetterLife DigitalEducation ThailandTechRevolution 🇹🇭💻

May 30, 2024

Koh Samui's Initiatives for Safer Tourism

Exciting news from Koh Samui! The city municipality has trained volunteers to ensure a safe and welcoming experience for tourists, making it a top destination for travelers. Check out the photos from this impactful event and see how Koh Samui is taking tourism safety to a whole new level! 🌴👏 KohSamui TourismSafety VolunteerTraining SafeTravels 🇹🇭

May 30, 2024

Thai Post Launches Innovative Drop-Off Service with Blue Flag Shops

Exciting news! Thai Post has partnered with Blue Flag shops for a gamechanging dropoff service for ecommerce merchants nationwide. Say goodbye to complicated logistics and easily drop off your parcels at convenient locations. Join the EcommerceRevolution with ThaiPost and BlueFlagShops now! 📦 PostalServiceInnovation

May 29, 2024

Celebrating Her Majesty Queen Suthida's Birthday

Celebrate Her Majesty Queen Suthida's birthday in Ko Samui with morning almsgiving at Nathon Pier and an evening royal tribute. Show your respect in white attire or traditional Thai clothes with a touch of purple. 👑 QueenSuthida KoSamui RoyalCelebration Thailand 🇹🇭

May 27, 2024

A Cordial Reception for the French Ambassador at Koh Samui Municipality

Welcoming the French Ambassador to Koh Samui Municipality for discussions on cultural exchange and economic growth between France and Thailand. Exciting collaborations in store! 🇫🇷🇹🇭🤝 KohSamui FrenchAmbassador CulturalExchange FriendshipGoals 🌟

May 24, 2024

Welcoming the Ratsada Subdistrict Study Visit Group

Exciting study visit by Ratsada Subdistrict to Koh Samui City Municipality in Thailand, focusing on municipal management and tourism safety. Let's continue to learn and collaborate for more efficient local governance! 🌏💡 MunicipalCollaboration KnowledgeSharing LocalGovernmentDevelopment 📸

May 23, 2024

Royal Portrait Ceremony in Koh Samui

Come celebrate the Royal Portrait Ceremony in Koh Samui, honoring King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen. Let's instill patriotism and respect in the younger generation and cherish our heritage together! 🇹🇭🌟 KohSamui RoyalCeremony CommunityUnity

May 10, 2024

The Origins of the Royal Ploughing Ceremony

The Royal Ploughing Ceremony is an ancient tradition deeply woven into the fabric of Thailand's agricultural society. Its roots extend back to the Sukhothai period when the ceremony was a Brahmin religious ritual. Sukhothai, the first Thai kingdom, laid the groundwork for a custom that would endure through the centuries.

May 4, 2024

Understanding Coronation Day in Thailand

Celebrate Coronation Day in Thailand on May 4, 2024, honoring King Rama X and the rich history of the Thai monarchy. Pay tribute to the royal lineage that has shaped the nation's identity for centuries. CoronationDay Thailand KingRamaX 🇹🇭👑

May 3, 2024

Welcoming Economic Visionaries to Koh Samui

Exciting updates from Koh Samui as top economic visionaries gather to discuss the island's potential for growth, with projects like the cruise port and expressway paving the way for a prosperous future. Follow along for more updates on this transformative journey! 🌟🏝💼 EconomicVisionaries KohSamui SouthernEconomicCorridor FutureGrowth

**Celebrating the Birth of Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Walailak**

Koh Samui's Vibrant Display of Diversity

Koh Samui District Office: Hotel Business Licensing Guidelines

Communal Forest Robe Offering Ceremony

Introduction to Astro-tourism in Koh Samui

Koh Samui 2024 Taxation Guide

**Celebrating His Majesty the King's 72nd Birthday: A Special Ordination Event in Surat Thani**

Royal Offering Ceremony Commemorates Queen's Birthday

Celebrating Her Majesty Queen Suthida's Birthday with Service and Ceremony

Celebrating Her Majesty Queen Suthida's Birthday

Empowering Thai Education Through Coding

Koh Samui's Initiatives for Safer Tourism

Thai Post Launches Innovative Drop-Off Service with Blue Flag Shops

Celebrating Her Majesty Queen Suthida's Birthday

A Cordial Reception for the French Ambassador at Koh Samui Municipality

Welcoming the Ratsada Subdistrict Study Visit Group

Royal Portrait Ceremony in Koh Samui

The Origins of the Royal Ploughing Ceremony

Understanding Coronation Day in Thailand

Welcoming Economic Visionaries to Koh Samui

Celebrating the Birth of Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Walailak

Celebrating His Majesty the King's 72nd Birthday: A Special Ordination Event in Surat Thani