Helen van Berkel takes to the streets of Phuket.

Wayne Schneider was a tough bikie - but when five men pounced, he had no chance

This slice of paradise made famous by Leonardo DiCaprio is to be closed to the public.

Kiwis have enjoyed years of falling airfares but rising oil prices may spoil the party

Return economy fares to Europe are selling for $999 and business class is under $4000.

Esmond Martin has spent decades risking his life to expose the ivory trade.

A Michelin-star meal gives Helen van Berkel respite from the buzz of the city.

David Smith checks into the Baycrest Lodge, in Taupo.

Helen van Berkel checks into the Aleenta resort, at Phang Nga, in Thailand.

The woman is believed to have separated from her tour group.

Helen Van Berkel visits the shrine of late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

Helen van Berkel checks into the Crest Resort and Pool Villas in Phuket, Thailand

The Thailand chapter of the international Bandidos gang had ties to the drug bust.

They've painted a dozen portraits so more women can be rescued.

In Thailand, you can find it all, writes Jane Jurgens.

No public festivities or entertainment will be permitted in Thailand in October.

More flights into NZ this summer for tourists mean cheaper fares for Kiwis.

Thai community will gather at the Potters Park Events Centre in mourning colours.

Local Masterchefs discuss plans for the future. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Thai girl's claims have shocked village with a little over 100 people in it.

Customs intercept 2.3kg of methamphetamine at Auckland Airport.

Thailand is one of our favorite travel destinations but there are things we need to know.

A shift in the focus of animal tourism has seen elephant havens replacing trekking.

Visitors may need to show they have 20,000 baht ($805) before entering the country.

A huge python lurking in a toilet bit a woman on the behind.

Man plunges 30m to his death after parasailing equipment fails.

Belgian backpacker found half-eaten by lizards checked into hotel using alias.

Police in Thailand are investigating after a body was found in a shallow grave on a beach.

Drinking bleach, crashing bikes and getting mugged - why I should never travel.

All visitors to Thailand could be required to obtain travel insurance before arrival.