All three died in the resort of Khao Lak when the tsunami struck on 26 December 2004. "It's like a kick in the teeth, these things are worth more than any amount of money," said Ms Howard.

On this day 20 years ago, the world looked aghast as the deadliest tsunami in history ripped across ... left behind was almost unfathomable. In Khao Lak, in the south of Thailand, the memories ...

Indonesia visitors view the names of the victims at the Tsunami Museum in Banda Aceh. In Thailand's Khao Lak, 80% of the families lost a family member. Residents hold memorials at the beach with ...