The only real town in the Cook Islands is Avarua. It is located on the north coast of Rarotonga along the Ara Tapu.
Flowers of the Cook Islands
Like other islands of Polynesia, the Cook Islands have an abundance of bright, tropical flowers and other plants.
The Edgewater
In 2016 Peter & Kerry stayed in a Beachfront Deluxe Suite at the Edgewater Resort & Spa on Rarotonga.
Sleeping on the Water – Our Stay in Bora Bora
The classic view of Bora Bora accommodation is the luxurious thatched bungalow built on stilts over the turquoise water of the lagoon. While there are other cheaper accommodation options, overwater is definitely the way to go if you can afford it!
Travelling to Tahiti
Although it is possible to get to Tahiti by ship and, for lucky ones, by yacht, the only practical way for most people is to fly.
Papeete
Papeete is the largest town and capital of French Polynesia. It is located on the northwestern coast of the island of Tahiti.