 Rarotonga's western coast and reef from Hospital H by worldkiwi | Tips and photos for Cook Islands vacations and tourism, posted by real travelers and Cook Islands locals. Map |
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 On a motu in Aitutaki's
lagoon by FletteMette
Heaviest rainfall and highest humidity December to March, with average temperature over this period around 25 degrees Celsius. (usually ranging between 22 and 29 C) On Rarotonga often bright sunny mornings, and late afternoon downpours - this is also the mosquito season, so bring along some repellent...
The drier months from April to November are a bit cooler, and during the winter months of June - August you will probably need a sweater in the evenings.
Cyclone season is between November and March, but even though the Cooks recently were hit quite hard by two tropical storms, severe weather is rare.
The islands of the Northern Group and Aitutaki are all a bit warmer than Rarotonga. Leave a Comment
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 Silent Ladies never tell... by catalysta
Take a sunset cruise on the Lady, and pretend you are living the lead role in the most shameless romance novel... Leave a Comment
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 View from the top by bijo69Leave a Comment
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 Dances With Pareaus by catalysta
Saturdays are the big market days, and you can get great sale prices on those lovely pareaus you've been eyeing all week, as well as handmade jewelry to go with them. Catch the rhythm of the island music, and buy some CD's to take it home with you.
I can't decide if it is the sheer natural South Pacific beauty of the lagoons and gardens, or the joyful friendly people with their great good humor. I loved this place, and it's still in my dreams... Leave a Comment
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 by FletteMette
Most disposable underwater cameras seem to come loaded with a roll of 27 exposure film, and most can be used down to 15 feet (some down to 50 feet). These cameras are of course also great to use on the beach, where sand & sun lotion might cause problems to your regular camera.
When snapping pics with your underwater camera, remember to get *close* to your subject. Leave a Comment
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 The western beach on Ee Island by worldkiwiLeave a Comment
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 ANZ ATM on Aitutaki by worldkiwi
There are not many ATMs around. There are two in Avarua (the capital - on Rarotonga). One is at the ANZ Bank, down the eastern end of town, near the round-about. The other is at the Westpac Bank, down the western end of town, near the Foodlands supermarket. I saw another Westpac ATM at a Mobil gas station just before the airport (heading west).
On Aitutaki there are just two ATMs. The ANZ one is at the Mango Store (pictured), about 5 minutes walk south of the Pacific Resort. The Westpac ATM is by the post office in the centre of Arutanga.
You will pay 15-20% more for goods in Rarotonga than you would in New Zealand. However, if you are doing a self-catering trip, you can get everything you need in Avarua. Fruit and veges are expensive, as is fresh milk, and meat. Remember it is transported all the way from New Zealand! Locally grown produce is best at the Punanga Nui market and tomatoes and eggplant were good buys when I was there. Leave a Comment
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 Ahhh... South Pacific
paradise - Aitutaki by worldkiwi
There is a little post office on the island, which opens for tourists and sells stamps (Aitutaki has its own stamps) and postcards. You can also get your passport stamped with a special "One Foot Island" visa! Leave a Comment
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 O'otu Beach, Aitutaki by worldkiwiLeave a Comment
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 Rarotonga's western coast and
reef from Hospital H by worldkiwiLeave a Comment
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