President's Asia tour underscores foreign policy shift eastwards to counter China.

Growing up in Wellington on traditional Kiwi cuisine of roast lamb and vegetables made me a most unlikely candidate for feats of culinary daring.

Justice has caught up with all of the Bali bombers, a significant comfort for those still grieving for their victims 10 years later.

A Swedish man is charged with allegedly murdering a New Zealand man in a bar fight in Thailand.

Kerri Jackson takes off to south-western Thailand for a winter break at Club Med's newly revamped Phuket resort.

This resort on the south-western Thai island of Phuket was revamped in early 2012 and now includes an adults-only zen area in addition to its wide range of family-friendly activities.

For further information see clubmed.co.nz.

Jason Burgess gets a taste for chilli and all things Thai in Bangkok.

An excursion through Bangkok reveals a city sizzling with heat - both atmospherically and gastronomically.

Five free attractions to visit in the Thai capital.

Advice on planning a three-week intrepid party trip around Southeast Asia.