Since ancient times the Cook Islands have been the home of Polynesian people who have created one of the South Pacific’s most tranquil and friendly societies, and one of the world’s great holiday hideaways.
Rarotonga, the largest of the Cook’s 15 islands spread over more than 2 million square kilometres of the Pacific, is a mountain rising from deep beneath the ocean to a tremendous peak, covered in lush tropical vegetation.
Circled by a fantastic coral-reef lagoon and one of the world’s great palm-fringed white-sand beaches, this special place enjoys a delightful balmy tropical climate (with a hot season from January to March).
A collection of small to medium sized resorts function virtually as a single holiday paradise, reflecting the relatively small size of the island, with an hourly bus service making it easy to travel around the island.
The Cook Islanders are a unique mixture of Polynesian, Maori and Papa (Europeans) people who are full of character and personality - known around the world for their friendly, open approach to life.
This sanguine mix is a recipe made for good fun, laughter and singing, and lots of activity; what all good holidays should be made of. | 
