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Moana Creations Aitutaki
1 Review This craft store has Aitutaki's largest selection of local crafts and souvenirs. This store used to be located in the large building in the heart of town on the way to the main pier. But that building...
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Heineken Store Aitutaki
1 Review A grocery store with a huge Heineken sign just north or Rino's Beach Bungalows. The name of the store is actually Rirei but there's no sign with that name. You can save money by cooking your own lunch...
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Taste-test & buy the most luscious tropical fruit chutneys and preserves from these friendly ladies, right across the road from the best snorkeling spot on the island (leave your bags with them, behind the counter, while you go ogle the blue starfish in the lagoon).
Don't miss out on the Saturday Market in Avarua! Mix with the friendly and witty locals, buy some beautiful hand-dyed pareaus or coconut fiber jewelry, a Rito hat made of palm shoots fibers, or a Tivaevae quilt. All the while you'll hear some of the lovely local music playing, both live bands and recorded music. If you get hungry or thirsty, sample some of the food vendors wares, including fresh fish and various preparations made from the luscious local fruits.
There are many pearl shops on the island, and you can get great deals on some real beauties. But I'd advise you to do a bit of research if you know in advance you want to buy pearls. Best to be sure you are buying from a member of the Cook Island Pearl Guild.Black pearls are cultured on the islands of Manihiki and Penryhn, then sold primarily on Rarotonga.
A large figurine of the favored deity, Tangaroa, sits outside the little shop in Avarua. A whiff of frangipani or gardenia leads you into the little shop. The shopkeeper greets you with a generous smile, and offers you a sample taste of the liqueurs that are on the counter, while you allow your nose to explore the shelves full of exotic floral scents. Essential oils and perfumes manufactured on Rarotonga are available at bargain prices, inlcuding their own lovely Pearl of the Pacific perfume.But don't stop there, you have to sample the luscious banana and mango liqueurs, and maybe take one home in a ceramic Tangeroa bottle. Not much, and worth every penny!
The Perfume Factory is a beautiful place set back from downtown Rarotonga. It is filled with beautiful island fragrances. The T-Shirt Factory is downtown and carries, t-shirts, shorts, skirts, dresses, pants etc.. for men, women and children. Varies
Crown Beach Resort Rarotonga
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Etu Moana Aitutaki
1 Review and 422 Opinions This place is amazing! The service is top notch. The resort is very nice. We were greeted by...
Sea Change Villas Titikaveka
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Reviews and photos of Cook Islands attractions posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for Cook Islands sightseeing.
Q: Thinking of visiting Cook Islands for a 10 day break a friend and wondering if there are any better locations than others we...
A: I have not been there personally - but Aitutaki is THE island to go if you have 10 days. It surely is not a nightlife but a relax destination with sensational...
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