The capital of the Cook Islands is extravagantly beautiful; home to some of the loveliest turquoise lagoons in the South Pacific, lush vegetation and flowers, it is truly a paradise on Earth. An abundance of coral reefs, great visibility all year round and reasonable prices make the Cook Islands as a whole an ideal destination for beach holidays, diving and snorkelling.
STAY AT Pacific Resort Rarotonga: located on Muri Beach, this hotel (a member of Small Leading Hotels of the World), has 64 self-contained units. All guests have free use of the watersports equipment, including kayaks, windsurfers and snorkelling gear. The resort's intimate Barefoot Bar, situated right on the beach, has a lovely view. (00 682 20427; www.pacificresort.com)
WHEN TO GO: The Cooks have a pleasant, even, climate year-round, although it can rain very often. The wettest months are usually December to March, which are also the hottest months.
READ MORE in CNTraveller.com's guide to Rarotonga. |
