Cook Islands

Island hopping on the Cook Islands

'Your recipe for true paradise', the slogan of the Cook Islands' tourist information office, sums up these amazing islands in a nutshell. The islands strongly resemble those of French Polynesia, but the atmosphere is friendlier and tourism is less developed. A small group of island-dwellers will be waiting to greet you at the airport with a broad smile, a necklace of flowers and a flower to place behind your ear. These gestures will make you feel at home straightaway. Let the relaxation begin!

The Cook Islands: the best kept secret of the Pacific

Those in the know regard the Cook Islands as the Pacific Ocean's best kept secret. As Pacific explorer James Upton said: ‘If you've not travelled to the Cook Islands, you will never really know what beauty is.' He was right. The beaches lie along an azure-blue lagoon where you can dive and snorkel, following which you can bask in the warm-heartedness of the Cookers. It may all seem like a dream, but remember... some dreams really do come true.

It's as though time has stood still

You will find very few international companies on the Cook Islands, not to mention few quick-witted managers. The atmosphere and authenticity of the islands are largely owing to the fact that the local people run most of the businesses themselves, entirely according to their own tastes. The warm-hearted and charming Cookers won't treat you like a visitor; they will simply accept you as part of their community. They will allow you to become acquainted with their island in the most relaxing way possible; for example, by providing an invigorating Polynesian dance show, cultural performance or visit a local church. And because the pace of life is considerably slower than it is at home, you will easily be able to achieve complete relaxation.