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Good to know
Aitutaki insights LOCATED north of Rarotonga, the
VISAS: Although visas are not required for
British passport holders staying less than 31 days, all visitors must have at least six months validity on their passports when they arrive in the Cook Islands DRESS: Dress code in the Cooks is informal,
cool and comfortable. Revealing clothing may be frowned upon in towns and villages, and nude and topless sunbathing is prohibited WIFI: Cyber cafes and hotspots are located in
Avarua and around the island for internet and email services. Connectivity is not always guaranteed however! STAY SAFE: The Cook Islands are very safe but
like anywhere else in the world visitors should take great care of their personal belongings and make use of safety deposit facilities in the hotels DAILY NEWS: Visitors can keep up-to-date by
reading the daily Cook Islands News, available
from most hotel reception desks (although some may charge)
A room with a view
From luxury fi ve-star resorts to simple self-catering studios, Aitutaki offers rooms with the most amazing views. Learn more at:
www.specialist.cookislands.travel
Become a Cook Islands expert... CONGRATS!
Well done to everyone who has already completed the four modules of the Cook Islands Specialist
training programme! If you haven’t
registered yet, it’s
quick and easy. Simply log on to: specialist.
cookislands.travel
DID YOU KNOW? As a trained Cook Island specialist not only will you be able to sell more Cook Islands holidays but you will also be eligible to enter competitions with great prizes, including fam trips, regularly up for grabs!
CONTACT: OCEAN MARKETING, TRAFALGAR HOUSE, 223 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, PORTSMOUTH, PO6 4PY; T. 02393233825; E.
UKMANAGER@COOKISLANDS.TRAVEL
iconically beautiful Aitutaki island is more than just a place of stunning good looks. Famed for its huge turquoise lagoon decorated with 15 tiny ‘motu’ (islets), this emerald green island is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful destinations in the South Pacifi c and, viewed from the air, is magical and magnifi cent. But its beauty is more than just skin deep. The island also delivers a great
tourist punch, with accommodation to suit all tastes
and budgets, great tour options and some
exceptionally restaurants – using fresh
good local
produce for dishes with real island fl avour – for visitors to explore. Safari tours on the island take to Muanga Pu hill along
visitors
little-used tracks with lush and varied scenery. The 360-degree view from Muanga Pu, the highest point on the island, is a stunner, taking in the entire lagoon. Noteworthy, too, is the island's old church (the oldest in the Cook Islands) and some gigantic banyan trees.
“For wedding and honeymoon couples, Aitutaki really can offer the ultimate dream venue complete with deserted beaches on
which to tie the knot” IAN GRIFFITHS, OCEAN MARKETING
Aitutaki offers numerous, full-day lagoon tours which include snorkelling and a chance to feed the fi sh, as well as a visit to One Foot Island. The population is just over 2,000 so visitors soon get to know the friendly locals who are very welcoming.
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