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Ujae Atoll
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Atoll Lelu
Saipan
GUAM
Farallon de Medinilla
Tinian
Rota
MICRONESIA
Likiep Atoll
NAURU
Nukumanu Is.
Taongi Atoll
SOLOMON ISLANDS
GILBERTS GROUP
(KIRABATI)
FIJI
ISLANDS TONGA
VANUATU
YAP
Lamotrek
PAPUA NEW GUINEA
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CALEDONIA
TUVALU
PALAU
WALLIS
& FUTUNA
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MARIANA
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Port Morseby
Moen Truk Is.
Namoluk Atoll
New Hanover
New Ireland
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Honiara
Bismarck Archipelago
Wewak
Madang
New Britain
Trobriand Is
Lae
Woodlark Is
Sudest
Choiseul
Santa Isabel
Malaita
San Cristobal
Bellona Is. Rennell
Manus Admiralty Is.
Reef Is.
Ndende Santa Cruz Is
Tikopia
Anuta
Fataka
Sikaiana Is.
Chesterfield Is.
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Huon
Malekula
Loyalty Is
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Isle of Pines
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Shepherd Is.
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Futuna
Tanna
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Vate
Vila
Belep Is.
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Ambrym
Emae
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Santo
Aoba
Oueva
Lifou
Mare
Rotuma
Vanua Levu
Yasawa Group
Viti Levu
Kadavu
Taveuni
Lau
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Naigani
Suva
Vava’u
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Tongatapu
Nuku’ Alofa
Ata
Futuna
Wallis Is.
Ueva
Nanumea Atoll
Nanumanga Niutao
Nui Atoll
Vaitupu
Nukufetau
Funafuti Atoll
Nukulaelae Atoll
Tobi
WESTERN CAROLINE ISLANDS
Yap Is.
Ngulu Atoll
Sorol
Atoll
Faraulep
Atoll
Woleai Atoll
Eauripik Atoll
IfalikElatoPulap
Satawal
Puluwat
Nomwin Atoll
Ulul
Murilo Atoll
Hall Is.
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Etal Atoll
Satawan Atoll
Atoll
Nukuoro Atoll
TRUK
EASTERN CAROLINE ISLANDS
Hagatna
KOSRAE
POHNPEI
Ontong Java Atoll
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Enewetak
Atoll Bikini Atoll
Rongelap
Atoll
Ailuk Atoll
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Ujelang
Atoll
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Atoll
Utirik Atoll
Mejit Is.
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Aur Atoll
Jabwoti Is.
Lae Atoll
Libi
Namu Atoll
Ailinglapalap
Atoll
Arno Atoll
Mili Atoll
Majuro
Atoll
Jaluit Atoll
Kili Is.
Namorik
Ebon Atoll
Makin Butaritari
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Rakahanoa
Pukapuka Is
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Fakaofo Atoll
Howland Is.
Baker Is.
Orono
EASTER IS.
Kanton
Birnie Is. Enderbury Is.
Rawaki
Manra
PHOENIX GROUP
Savaii
Upolu Apia
Tutuila
Rose Is.
ManTuaau Is.
Alofi
Rapa
Rurutu
Rimatara Tubuai
Raivavae
Maria Is.
Mangaia
TUBUAI IS. (AUSTRAL IS.)
Aitutaki Manuae
Takutea Mitiaro
Atiu Mauke
Marotiri
Maupihaa
Flint Is.
Maupiti Bora Bora
Tahaa Huahine
Ra’iatea
Tahiti
Moorea
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Reao
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Oeno Is.
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(UK)
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Manihiki
Atoll
Malden Is.
Starbuck Is.
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Johnston Is. (USA)
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FEATURES
4 Map of the Pacific
6 Contents
8 AMERICAN SAMOA
12 COOK ISLANDS
18 Rarotonga
19 The Little Polynesian
20 Pacific Resort Rarotonga
22 Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa
23 The Rarotongan Beach
Resort & Spa
23 Sanctuary Rarotonga –
on the beach
24 Manuia Beach
25 Moana Sands Beachfront
Hotel & Villas
26 Muri Beach Club Hotel
26 Sunset Resort
27 Palm Grove
27 Club Raro
28 Aitutaki
29 Aitutaki Lagoon Resort & Spa
30 Pacific Resort Aitutaki
31 Atiu Island
31 Atiu Villas
32 FIJI
38 Denarau
39 Captain Cook Cruises
40 Denarau Golf & Racquet Club
41 Sheraton Denarau Villas
42 Sheraton Fiji Resort
43 The Westin Denarau Island Resort
& Spa
44 Fiji Beach Resort & Spa –
Managed by Hilton
45 Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa
46 Radisson Blu Resort Fiji
Denarau Island
47 Nadi
48 Sonaisali Island Resort
49 Club Fiji Resort
49 Wananavu
50 Mamanucas, Yasawa &
Outer Islands
51 Plantation Island Resort
52 Yasawa Island Resort & Spa
54 Mana Island Resort & Spa
56 Lomani Island Resort
57 Coral Coast & Pacific Harbour
58 Nanuku Resort and Spa
59 InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort
& Spa
60 Outrigger on the Lagoon Fiji
61 Fiji Hideaway Resort & Spa
61 Crows Nest
62 The Naviti Resort
64 Warwick Fiji
66 Suva
67 Holiday Inn Suva
67 Tropic Towers Apartments
68 HAWAII
73 Oahu
75 Turtle Bay Resort
76 The Kahala Hotel & Resort
78 Waikiki Parc Hotel
79 Halekulani
80 Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach
Resort & Spa
82 The Modern Hololulu
83 Embassy Suites – Waikiki
Beach Walk
84 Aqua Hotels & Resorts®
86 Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki
87 Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
88 Aston Waikiki Beach Tower
89 Aston Hotels & Resorts Oahu
90 Waikiki Resort Hotel
91 ‘Ilima Hotel
92 Maui
94 Andaz Maui at Wailea
96 Grand Wailea, A Waldorf
Astoria™ Resort
98 Ho’olei at Grand Wailea
99 Four Seasons Resort Maui
at Wailea
100 Destination Resorts Hawaii
101 The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
102 Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
104 Condominium Rentals Hawaii
105 Ka’anapali Beach Hotel
106 Aston at The Whaler on
Kaanapali Beach
107 Aston Hotels & Resorts Maui
108 Kauai
109 Aston Hotels & Resorts Kauai
Contents

110 Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
111 Big Island
112 Aston Hotels & Resorts Big Island
113 SunQuest Vacations
114 Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
115 Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel
116 LORD HOWE ISLAND
120 Pinetrees Lodge
121 Ocean View Holiday Apartments
121 Leanda Lei Apartments
122 MICRONESIA
128 Guam
133 Pacific Islands Club Guam
135 Sheraton Laguna Guam Resort
136 Inarajan Garden House
136 Hotel Santa Fe Guam
137 Mandara Spa Guam
138 Fiesta Resort Guam
139 Fiesta Resort & Spa Saipan
140 Northern Mariana Islands
141 Pacific Development Inc.
143 Pacific Islands Club Saipan
144 Mariana Resort & Spa
145 Palau
147 Dolphins Pacific
149 Palau Adventure Park
149 Melusch-Dil Skin Care & Wellness
153 Ngellil Nature Island Resort
153 Palau Plantation Resort
154 Sea Passion Hotel
155 Palau Pacific Resort
156 West Plaza Hotels
157 Coco Beach
157 Rose Garden Resort
160 Yap
161 Manta Ray Bay Resort & Yap Divers
162 Chuuk
163 Truk Stop Hotel
164 Pohnpei
166 Cliff Hotel
168 Marshall Islands
171 Marshall Islands Resort
172 Kosrae
174 NEW CALEDONIA
178 PAPUA NEW GUINEA
182 Surfing
185 Port Moresby
186 Loloata Island Resort
187 Madang and Lae
189 The Islands
190 Nusa Island Retreat
191 Walindi Plantation Resort
& MV FeBrina
192 Milne Bay
192 Tawali Resort
193 The Highlands and the Sepik
194 Trans Niugini Tours
196 SAMOA
201 Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa
202 Orator Hotel
202 Amanaki Hotel
203 Amau Apartments
203 Le Manumea Resort
204 SOLOMON ISLANDS
210 Honiara
211 Honiara Hotel
212 Pacific Casino Hotel
212 Heritage Park Hotel
213 Western Province
214 TAHITI
218 Aranui Cruises
219 Papette
220 Hotel Tiare Tahiti
221 Hotel Tahiti Nui
222 Moorea
223 Hotel Les Tipaniers
224 Sofitel Moorea la Ora Beach Resort
225 Bora Bora
227 Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Beach
Resort & Sofitel Bora Bora
Private Island
228 TONGA
231 Royal Sunset Island Resort
231 Waterfront Lodge
232 VANUATU
237 Warwick Le Lagon Resort & Spa
238 Eratap Beach Resort
239 Villa 25
240 Breakas Beach Resort
240 The Havannah

TUTUILA
The islands of American Samoa form the
eastern part of the Samoan Archipelago
and are populated by Polynesians.
Five volcanic islands, Tutuila, Aunu’u,
Ofu, Olosega and Ta’u, and two atolls
Swains and Rose make up the Territory
of American Samoa that has a total land
area of 76 square miles.
History
Archaeologists believe early Polynesians
travelled from Southeast Asia into the
Pacific populating the islands of the
western Pacific from Papua New Guinea
to Tonga and Samoa. Sometime later
they migrated east and populated the
Cook Islands, Niue, Tahiti and Rapanui
(Easter Island) before heading north
to Hawaii and south to Aotearoa (New
Zealand) on the last legs of the great
Polynesian migration. Today, Samoans
are regarded as the largest full-blooded
Polynesian race left in the world.
Nature
The National Park of American Samoa is
one of the most remote national parks in
the United States. Also one of the newest,
it was authorised by the US Congress
in 1988 and officially established in
1993 when a 50-year lease was signed
with villages and the American Samoa
Government. The 10,500-acre park
is spread over three sectors on three
islands–Tutuila, Ta’u and Ofu. Almost all
the land area of these volcanic islands–
from the mountaintops to the coast–is
rainforest. About 2,500 acres of the
park is underwater, offshore from the
three islands.
Tula
Culture
Fa’a Samoa culture and customs are
over 3000 years old and have changed
very little over this period. The major
western influence accepted into Samoan
customs has been Christianity that forms
the spiritual basis of the society. Matai
or chiefs make up the heads of the
extended family units and each person
has a responsibility for the wellbeing of
the family.
Sunday is a day of worship throughout
American Samoa and government offices
and businesses are closed on this day.
All Samoans are Christians and in every
village residents will be seen dressed in
their Sunday best heading off to church.
Visitors are most welcome to worship in a
faith of their choosing and there are many
religions represented on island.
Shopping
American Samoa boasts a wide range
of retail outlets offering tax free shopping
throughout the main island of Tutuila
including a couple of shopping malls,
Fagatogo Square and the Laufou
Center as well as a couple of US
mainland stores.
As well as these major outlets, there is
a wide range of boutique and general
stores offering everything from traditional
Samoan handicrafts to US made
clothing and international goods at very
reasonable prices.
Great gifts to take home include the
traditional Samoan puletasi for women
which is a two piece long fitted blouse
Paradise found
Aunu’u
Airport
Afono Fagaitua
Aua
Fagaalu
Aoa
Alao

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and skirt, and for men, an island shirt and
ie faitaga (formal sarong with pockets).
These can be made very inexpensively in
a day or so and you can choose both the
design and material.
Where to stay
American Samoa has a range of
accommodations to suit all travellers.
From a beachfront fale to boutique
lodges, apartments or a hotel suite, all
of the accommodation properties are
100 percent locally owned and operated.
On the Tutuila Island there are several
accommodation facilities to choose from
including larger properties complete
with modern amenities, a small bed and
breakfast abode or a fale while on the
Manu’a Islands you have a choice of two
family-run establishments located on
the most beautiful and sacred islands of
the Territory.
Activities
Visitors to American Samoa will find many
exciting things to do. A self-drive 4WD
adventure will have you venturing out on
open roads to explore new destinations
while others will enjoy a guided tour
to see the sights and learn about the
local culture and customs. Others may
choose to hop on a local bus and enjoy
a trip to the beach or spend the day at a
scenic site.
Food and entertainment
An authentic Samoan buffet feast can be
enjoyed at a number of establishments
that offer a weekly fiafia night with a
floorshow for entertainment. You can also
find Chinese food or home-style cooking
at a local diner and there are also a
number of American fast food outlets.
Local customs
Fa’a Samoa is strongly focused on
respect and service and Samoans
welcome the opportunity to share their
heritage with visitors. With this is mind
visitors are asked to observe local
protocols when visiting villages, beaches
and scenic sites.
Samoans are very religious and in some
villages each day a “sa” or curfew is
imposed during the evening prayer
curfew (usually between 5.00pm and
6.30pm) depending on the village.
Avoid walking around the village during
these curfews that normally last about
30 minutes. Not all villages have prayer
curfews, so ask someone before visiting
during these times.
Sunday in American Samoa is a day of
worship, spending time with family and
rest, so no work is done and people
are asked to respect this day. All major
shops are closed, but visitors can buy
goods from the local villages stores
found through the islands. Visitors are
welcome to attend church and if you
wish to do so please dress appropriately
in a blouse and long skirt for women and
shirt and trousers for men.
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PALMERSTON
Unspoiled beauty
The Cook Islands lie in the centre of the
Polynesian triangle flanked to the west
by Tonga and Samoa and to the east
by Tahiti and French Polynesia—now
easily reached from Australia on Air New
Zealand’s direct service from Sydney on
Saturdays (6 hours) or via Auckland with
both Air New Zealand and Pacific Blue
(Virgin Australia).
The group is made up of 15 islands,
scattered over two million square
kilometres of the Pacific Ocean. They fall
into two distinct groups—the Southern
and Northern Groups. The Southern
Group comprises nine islands including
the capital, Rarotonga, where the majority
of the population resides. Domestic travel
to the outer islands is provided by Air
Rarotonga and six of the nine islands are
accessible by regular air services. The
more remote Northern Group has six
islands, three of which—Manihiki, Penrhyn
and Pukupuka—are accessible by air.
Capital and major centres
Vibrant and lively, Rarotonga is a hive of
activity and its circular shape is dominated
by high mountain peaks from which
lush rainforests cascade to the palm-fringed
shore. All visitors are welcomed
at the Rarotonga International Airport
with the warm local greeting Kia Orana
MANUAE
(Greetings—may you live on) and a
fragrant flower garland or “ei”.
Avarua is the main town on Rarotonga and
has a great selection of retail shops, cafés,
restaurants and internet cafés located
around the island for your convenience.
From Rarotonga you can visit the ‘Sister
Islands’ such as Aitutaki, famous for its
spectacular white sand beaches and azure
lagoons. The island is only a 40-minute
flight away on Air Rarotonga, with several
flights daily. Atiu, northeast of Rarotonga,
offers untouched beaches and coral reefs
riddled with caves. Mangaia is surrounded
by a narrow fringing reef backed by the
formidable cliffs of makatea (raised coral)
that reach heights of up to 60 metres.
Mauke has caves located in the cliffs of the
coral reef and Mitiaro offers subterranean
pools and freshwater lakes that are full of
itiki (freshwater eels), a local delicacy.
The people
Cook Islanders are of Polynesian descent,
and are called Cook Island Maori. They
are culturally and linguistically similar to
Tahitians and New Zealand Maori and are
an open, friendly people, happy to share
their lifestyle.
Nature
The Cook Islands host a diverse range of
Avarua
Muri
Titikaveka
MANIHIKI
AITUTAKI
ATIU
RAKAHANGA
PENRHYN
NASSAU
PUKAPUKA
SUWARROW
MITIARO
MAUKE
MANGAIA
RAROTONGA
Arorangi RAROTONGA
ATOLL

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COOK ISLANDS
flora and fauna. There is an assortment
of native ferns and flowers, and about
a dozen varieties of land and sea birds.
Marine turtles can be found in some of the
outer islands, and humpback whales can
be sighted from July through to October.
A protective reef encircles the islands and
sharks and stingers are unheard of inside
the warm lagoons of the Southern Group.
The lagoons play host to a variety of vivid
and interesting coral and marine life. The
Cook Islands have an interesting range
of geological structures—from the high
volcanic peaks of Rarotonga (653 metres)
to the raised coral structure (makatea)
of Mangaia and Atiu and the coral atoll
structures of the Northern Group.
The sights
The Avarua CICC Church is a magnificent
landmark built of coral and lime and well
worth a visit, particularly on Sunday. Most
people attend church and the air is vibrant
with their beautiful singing called imene tuki.
The National Cultural Centre is an imposing
island structure in beautifully kept gardens.
Nearby are ruins of the old Sunday School,
built by the missionaries, that have been
renovated and are now the Beachcomber
Pearl and Art Gallery. In the harbour,
remnants of the wreck of the SS Maitai
that was sunk in 1916 remain and its main
engine still protrudes from the reef.
You can trek through the Takuvaine/Avatiu
valleys to see tropical vegetation or visit
the Marae ‘Arai te Tonga’, a stone structure
forming the royal court of the reigning ariki
(high chief). It consists of a rectangular
platform approximately three metres by
two metres, located on the inland road in
upper Tupapa. At the end of the platform
is the ‘investiture pillar’—a large structure
of natural, squared basalt standing more
than two metres above ground level.
Where to stay
Rarotonga has a wide and varied selection
of accommodation from first-class hotels
and resorts, luxury villas and self-catering
individual bungalows to backpacker
facilities. It is highly recommended
that you book your accommodation in
advance. Aitutaki has a varied selection
of accommodation, similar in quality to
Rarotonga. Atiu has a varied but smaller
selection of backpacker to mid-range
accommodation available.
Only basic needs are met on the
islands of Mauke, Mitiaro (which recently
launched a new homestay operation) and
Mangaia. Buildings in the Cook Islands
are not permitted by law to be higher
than the tallest coconut tree so most
accommodation facilities are either single
or double storey structures. Camping is
strictly prohibited.
Visiting more than Rarotonga
All major inhabited islands are accessible
by air. There are more than three daily
flights from Rarotonga to Aitutaki. Flights
to Atiu, Mangaia, Mauke and Mitiaro are
scheduled many times a week. Atiu is
recognised as the third island to visit in
the Cook Islands behind Aitutaki and
three times a week there is a convenient
triangle air route around the three islands
of Rarotonga, Aitutaki and Atiu. Air
Rarotonga and Air New Zealand also have
a code share agreement that allows you
to book an international flight direct to and
from Aitutaki that can be combined with
the triangle route to reduce even more
travel time.

COOK ISLANDS
Getting around
Rarotonga is only 32 kilometres in
circumference. One main road encircles
the entire island, making it fairly easy to
get around. Cook’s Island Buses, the
local bus service, offers great public
transport operating around Rarotonga
in both directions, on regular day and
evening schedules. The ‘Clockwise’ or
‘Anticlockwise’ bus will pick you up and
set you down anywhere on request.
Motor scooters and bicycles are a popular
way to see the island, however rental
cars and taxis are also available. Driving
is on the left hand side of the road, and
it is compulsory to obtain a Cook Islands
driver’s licence. This is available for a
minimal cost (NZ$20) on the presentation
of your current passport and licence at the
police station. Should you wish to hire a
motor scooter and do not have an existing
licence, a simple practical test is required.
Nightspots and bars will, on occasion,
have live entertainment. A highlight of
the Cook Islands is the Polynesian feast,
umukai, prepared in the traditional style
with foods such as ika mata (marinated fish
with coconut sauce), eke (octopus), taro
(tuba vegetable), rukau (cooked taro leaves
similar to spinach), and kumara (sweet
potato). An umukai is usually part of an
Island Night Show featured at major hotels.
The sumptuous buffet and traditional
dancing is all part of the culture of the
Cook Islands and you can also experience
this at the Highland Paradise and Te Vara
Nui cultural attractions. Night Life tours
showcasing the best night spots are run
on Friday evenings. Wining and dining in
Rarotonga is a treat with many excellent
restaurants offering local and international
cuisine in some very romantic locations.
Activities and shopping guide
There is a variety of activities on offer to
suit any traveller including relaxing cruises
on two of the world’s most beautiful
lagoons, Muri Lagoon on Rarotonga and
the world famous Aitutaki Lagoon.
Popular pastimes include sailing,
windsurfing, snorkelling and scuba diving.
Boats are available for charter for deep-sea
and game fishing. Shops are open 8 am to
4 pm Monday to Friday, and 8 am to noon
on Saturdays. On Saturday mornings the
popular local market place, Punanga Nui,
in downtown Avarua offers a range of
tropical delicacies and local craft items.
Climate and clothing
Warm and sunny year round. Rainy
season is December to March. Average
summer temperature is 26ºC. Casual
brief swimwear should be kept for
beaches or poolside. Nude and topless
sunbathing is unacceptable.
Time zone
GMT – 10 hours or 20 hours behind AEST.
Electricity
240 volts DC/50 cycles. Some hotels/
motels have provision for 110 volt AC
electric shavers.
Currency
The NZ dollar, supplemented by local
coinage (not negotiable outside the Cook
Islands).The dollar coin bearing the symbol
of the traditional god, Tangaroa, is popular
with coin collectors, as is the $3 note.
There are ATMs located on Rarotonga
and Aitutaki. EFTPOS is available. Tipping
is not customary but is appreciated.

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Take home from the Cook
Islands the most romantic
souvenir of all that captures
the beauty and magic of
the islands–a Cook Islands’
black pearl.
Lustrous, precious pearls are indigenous
to the Cook Islands, and the black pearl
is unique to French Polynesia and the
Northern Group of the Cook Islands.
The Cook Islands’ pearl farming is the
nation’s second largest industry. The
northern islands of Manihiki and Penryhn
are world famous for producing this
sensuous beauty in the clear, unpolluted
waters of the lagoons. The beautiful atoll of
Manihiki is the cultured black pearl capital
of the Cook Islands and produces pearls
that become centrepieces for fine jewellery
worn worldwide.
Another extremely rare pearl found in the
Cook Islands is the natural Golden Pearl.
Grown in the lagoon of Penryhn from the
Far from the clamour of our everyday urban world, in the vast blueness of the Paci c, lies the pristine
necklace of the Northern Cook Islands. The remote home of Avaiki pearls. From their clear depths, the
profusion of green, blue, aubergine and silvery hues in Avaiki pearls capture the rich colours of the lagoon.
For discerning jewellers and jewellery buyers who demand beauty, rarity and integrity, Avaiki pearls have a
special appeal. Only the highest grades of pearls sustainably harvested from the lagoon become Avaiki pearls.
Their consistently deeper nacre creates higher lustre and resilience - a rare beauty to stand the test of time.
smallest pearl producing shell in the world,
it rarely grows larger than eight millimetres.
The pearl farming process involves the
young oysters or ‘spats’ being harvested
and selected for farming. A bead is then
nucleated (seeded) inside the oyster and
the oysters are hung out on a line. Twice
a year the oysters are cleaned to allow for
optimal nutrient flow to the pearl. Over time,
often several years, the bead is coated
with a nacre finish naturally created by
the oyster. A beautiful black pearl is then
removed and harvested.
There are a number of factors to consider
when purchasing a pearl. A valuable
pearl has an unblemished surface clear
of imperfections such as cracks, bumps
and holes. The pearl’s lustre complements
the surface quality. Brilliant reflectivity of an
unblemished pearl is considered the finest
quality of pearl.
When it comes to the size of a pearl, the-bigger-
the-better is a general rule to go by.
The largest black pearl that was ever found
measured 25 millimetres though most of
the pearls today measure somewhere
between seven and seven-and-a-half
millimetres. An average pearl like this
takes two to three years to develop with
bigger pearls taking considerably longer.
However, it is a risk farming larger pearls
because the bigger a pearl grows, the
harder it is to maintain a perfect spherical
shape. Pearls range in colour from a refined
white to a ravishing black, encompassing
silver, cream, gold, green and blue.
Across the world there are also burgeoning
markets for the keshi and poppyseed pearls
that have 100 percent nacre and a lustrous
finish. These pearls are less symmetrical
than standard pearls, and are relatively
less expensive. To ensure authenticity, it’s
recommended that a certificate of authority
be obtained when purchasing a pearl.
The Cook Islands Pearl Authority will be
able to advise you of reputable dealers
within the Cook Islands. The authority
has established grading scales that
they enforce as well as supporting pearl
farmers and many pearl retailers.
Pearls of the Cook Islands
Cook Islands Pearl Authority Tel +682 29 055 Fax +682 29 045 Email enquiry@avaikipearls.com Web www.avaikipearls.com

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Surrounded by a clear,
turquoise blue lagoon,
Rarotonga is 32 kilometres
in circumference.
The lagoon often extends more than
a hundred metres to the reef and then
slopes steeply to deep water.
The reef fronts the shore to the north
of the island, making the lagoon there
unsuitable for swimming and watersports,
but to the southeast, particularly around
Muri, the lagoon is at its widest and
deepest. This part of the island is the
most popular with tourists for swimming,
snorkelling and boating. Agricultural
terraces, flats, and swamps surround the
central mountain area.
Rarotonga is the main island of the Cook
Islands and caters to almost 90 percent
of the country’s tourist accommodation
and offers many activities. The population
is approximately 9000, mostly indigenous
Maoris and almost half living around
Avarua Town on the north coast. The
Maori ancestors landed on the Cook
Islands in their magnificent, giant double-hulled
canoes that are still proudly part of
the traditional way of life. They were guided
by their knowledge of the stars and the
famous power of Polynesian navigation.
Sometimes referred to at the Hawaii of
yesteryear, Rarotonga is a small volcanic
island with a landmass of only 26 square
miles. It is dotted with pretty villages,
a friendly atmosphere, lovely mountain
views and hiking trails. It has a reputation
for excellent snorkelling off the beaches
that line most of the coast.
Rarotonga enjoys a climate that is warm
and sunny all year. There is more rain and
higher humidity between the summer
months of December to April. The high
season for tourism is during Christmas
when New Zealanders and Australians
visit during their summer school holidays.
Tradition and a cultural heritage are
trademarks of the island. Music is an
integral part of the culture and part of the
islander’s daily routine. Stunning chants
and hymns emanate from the churches
and local string bands use a combination
of electronic and traditional ukuleles
made from coconut shells to entertain.
Visitors will often be invited to join with
the hip-swaying dancers when the
music begins!
Fishing, paddling, sailing, and swimming
are just some of the activities that abound
in this tropical paradise. If you feel like more
adventure, take a trip into the hinterland
and experience the unique flora and fauna
of the lush rain forests. Take time to listen
to the legends of ancient wars and love
affairs that stretch far back into an almost
forgotten time.
Getting around Rarotonga is easy. With
no traffic lights to be seen, relax and
meander on a bus around the island.
Buses uniquely travel both clockwise and
anticlockwise on the road that circles the
island and obliging drivers will pick-up
and drop-off at will. Scooters are also a
popular mode of transport–sometimes
carrying whole families.
While nurturing its culture and tradition
with sensitivity and pride, Rarotonga is
also very much part of the present and
offers everything today’s visitors expect.
Experience Rarotonga and you will not
be disappointed.
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including freshly caught seafood. The
dessert menu is equally tempting, with
its tropical, flavoured delights or enjoy an
exotic cocktail concoction at the bar.
Intimate tropical weddings
For special occasions, customised
dinners are easily arranged. Spectacular
sunsets and twilight evenings offer ideal
settings for an intimate, tropical wedding
and other formal ceremonies can also be
arranged. A dedicated wedding planner
will organise all your requirements
allowing you more time to explore
the island.
The clear waters of the marine protected
lagoon are ideal for swimming, snorkelling
and kayaking.
Other recreational activities include
whale watching, cultural tours, hiking,
bird watching, scenic flights, golf, tennis,
fishing and trekking.
The Little Polynesian
woods and traditional accents such
as high roofing adding to the tropical
ambience of this South Seas paradise.
Traditional bungalows
Only steps from the water, Overbeach
Ares (bungalows) look out to the lagoon’s
turquoise waters. Each bungalow comes
with its own private gazebo and daybed
overlooking the white sandy beach, as
well as an outdoor shower and spa tub.
The scent of tropical flowers fills the air
around the Pia Tiare (garden units). Each
unit is equipped with a spacious queen
size bed, bar fridge, outdoor shower and
spa tub. All accommodation is beautifully
appointed and amenities include coffee
and tea making facilities, TV and DVD.
Begin your day with a tropical island
breakfast delivered to your room. In the
evening the bistro offers an exciting mix
of Island and Mediterranean cuisine
PO Box 366, Rarotonga COOK ISLANDS
Experience the epitome of
Polynesian hospitality and an
exceptional South Pacific holiday
with luxurious accommodation,
tantalising cuisine and an array of
amenities and activities.
Awarded Trip Advisor’s prestigious
2013 Certificate of Excellence, The
Little Polynesian is nestled on a pristine
white beach amid a marine reserve of
astounding turquoise blue.
Intimate luxury
At this intimate luxury boutique resort
serenity is certain and seclusion is
guaranteed. Welcoming guests over
the age of 15 years only, it is an ideal
destination for honeymoons and
romantic breaks.
Well-appointed beach and garden
accommodations are rendered in a
minimalist palette of ivory with local
Tel: +682 54280 Mobile: +682 55339 Email: sales@littlepolynesian.com www.littlepolynesian.com

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Pacific Resort Rarotonga
The island paradise of Rarotonga
is legendary for its beauty. The
mountainous peaks of the inner
island are ringed by spectacularly
beautiful beaches and stunning
lagoons of crystal clear water. The
most beautiful of these is in Muri,
and it is here that Pacific Resort
Rarotonga is located.
Traditional island hospitality
Nestled discreetly on the white sands of
Rarotonga’s most spectacular lagoon, this
boutique resort offers a perfect blend of
modern comforts and traditional island
hospitality. Pacific Resort Rarotonga is a
four-star boutique resort and is superbly
situated on 5.5 acres of manicured
beachfront grounds so guests are just
steps away from water, sand and sun.
The traditional thatched roof design of the
resort’s buildings and tropical gardens
ensure it blends organically into the
picturesque environment of Muri Beach.
With a collection of 64 studios, suites,
family rooms and two- or three-bedroom
villas, there is an accommodation option
to suit all needs. Each room is tastefully
decorated in a contemporary Polynesian
style and overlooks either flourishing
tropical gardens or the gorgeous beach
and lagoon.
Guests can snorkel in the turquoise
lagoon or be tempted with an array of
fresh seafood, exotic fruits and meals
complemented by international wines. On
Friday nights there is an authentic Cook
Islands’ feast complete with dancing and
singing by the talented village culture group.
All-day dining starts with a complimentary
island breakfast in Sandals Restaurant and
the Barefoot Bar offers casual beachfront
dining and bar services.
Children can join in the fun activities at
the Beach Hut Kids Club—a hands-on
children’s program—where they will have
the opportunity participate in fun activities
such as octopus hunting in the lagoon,
kayak safaris, sandcastle building, coconut
husking, basket weaving and more! The
Kids Club is complimentary for children
aged 6-11 years staying at the resort.
Island excursions
There’s plenty to keep guests entertained
at the resort. They can spend their days
swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing,
sailing, stand-up paddleboarding and
kayaking around the islands and its small
islets. Additionally they can dive, snorkel
and discover all that the lagoon has to offer.
There is a range of interesting cultural
activities to introduce guests to the way
of life in the Cook Islands. On offer are
ukulele lessons, hula dancing, giant clam
and octopus hunting, tropical forest safaris
or guests can head out for a spot of reef
fishing with an experienced island guide.

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uninhabited islet located in front of the
resort on Muri Lagoon.
The Island Princess Ceremony package
includes a traditional vaka lagoon ride with
a warrior, shell horn announcement by an
island warrior, romantic ukulele serenade,
island maiden dancer and a handwoven
coconut palm and flower archway.
With the resort’s specialist wedding co-ordinator
helping every step of the way,
couples will enjoy a romantic day that
exceeds all expectations.
If guests are after some pampering, they
can relax and leave the pressures of
the world behind and enjoy a massage
treatment in the privacy of their own room,
on the beach (weather permitting) or
alternatively at the nearby sister property,
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa.
Other facilities include 24-hour reception,
internet and email services, speciality gift
shop, self-laundering facilities and the
Pacific Village complex that has a doctor’s
surgery, gift shop, Telecom store and hair
and beauty salon.
No matter how guests choose to fill their
days at this breathtakingly beautiful resort,
one thing is certain—they will leave feeling
rested, restored, renewed and above all,
determined to return.
PO Box 790, Rarotonga Cook Islands
This is the only resort on the island to
offer its own lagoon cruiser. The Moana
Roa (lagoon cruiser) cruises out into Muri
Lagoon for coral viewing, fish feeding and
snorkelling off the boat. The tour operates
every day except Sunday and is a perfect
day out for the whole family.
While a variety of activities is available
in Muri to entertain guests, the rest of
the island also has much to offer. For
those who wish to explore Rarotonga,
scooters and cars are available for hire
on-site and are the perfect way to see
the island. Mingle with the locals at
weekly markets, tackle the cross-island
hike, join a diving or sightseeing tour,
and experience the natural wonders and
culture of Rarotonga.
Say ‘I do’ in a tropical paradise
Pacific Resort Rarotonga is the perfect
place to say ‘I do’. With an idyllic white
sand beachfront overlooking stunning
turquoise waters of Muri Beach and
Lagoon, this 4-star boutique resort is the
ideal venue for an unforgettable, romantic
wedding experience.
Couples can choose to say their vows
surrounded by lush tropical gardens in
the manicured resort grounds, barefoot
on the pristine white sands of Muri Beach
or standing on the shore of Koromiri, an
Tel: +682 20427 Fax: +682 21427 Email: reservations@pacificresort.com www.pacificresort.com

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Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa
For those who value independence
and privacy while relaxing and
enjoying luxury surrounds, look no
further than Te Manava Luxury Villas
& Spa. Set on the white sands of Muri
Beach, overlooking a crystal clear
lagoon, the five-star villa complex
is the perfect location for your next
island getaway.
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa is ideal
for discerning travellers who desire
the freedom to be self-sufficient while
experiencing the quality accommodation
and amenities of a high-end property.
The villas can be rented by the week or
by the day and feature one, two or three
bedrooms with the option of a beachfront
or a garden setting. Each villa has an
individual pool and children are welcome.
Guests will be spoiled for choice when it
comes to deciding how to spend time at
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa. The on-site
spa is the perfect way to revitalise
and offers a wide range of massage and
pampering treatments for individuals and
couples—a must-try for those serious
about total relaxation.
For a more active pastime, guests can
make use of complimentary kayaks or
snorkelling equipment. This white sand
paradise is perfect for snorkelling and Muri
Beach village is within walking distance.
The lagoon is ideal for kayaking, stand-up
paddleboards, catamarans or windsurfing
lessons. Adventurous guests can dive on
the wreck of the SS Maiti and dedicated
snorkellers will love the great sites around
the Muri Lagoon area.
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa is managed
by Pacific Resort Hotel Group so guests
have use of all facilities and services
at Pacific Resort Rarotonga including
Activities Hut, Kids Club, restaurants and
convenient charge-back service.
Perfect romantic getaway
Couples will be spoilt for choice when it
comes to encounters that will enhance
the romance of their special getaway.
They can experience an intimate
couples massage at the tranquil Te
Manava spa, enjoy a romantic dinner at
a private location at sister property Pacific
Resort Rarotonga or plan a wedding or
renewal of vows ceremony in paradise.
Honeymooners will enjoy the luxury and
privacy of the villas and will be delighted
with the complimentary wine, flowers and
small gift they receive on arrival.
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa infuses
romantic getaways and 5-star luxury
with the guarantee of privacy and
independence and ensures guests
leave having experienced the charm and
romance of Rarotonga.
Tel: +682 20427 Fax:+682 21427 Email: reservations@pacificresort.com www.pacificresort.com

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For couples in love there’s a personal
wedding planner to create your dream
island wedding and a variety of reception
venues include the uber-romantic silk-lined
Blue Lagoon Marquee and Latitude
21-30 private nightclub for into-the-night
celebrations (no 11pm curfew!).
Wedding groups have the option of staying
across two resorts, including adults-only
Sanctuary Rarotonga-on the beach next
door, or take the 45-minute flight to the
world’s most beautiful lagoon, Aitutaki, and
add a stay at the only resort on the lagoon,
5-star Aitutaki Lagoon Resort & Spa.
and hers spa pampering, and the resort’s
personal wedding planner helps couples
create their dream island wedding. Guests
can also enjoy the use of all facilities at the
neighbouring sister resort, The Rarotongan
Beach Resort & Spa.
Paradise is even closer with direct flights
from Sydney, Los Angeles or Auckland.
For a pairing made in heaven, combine
your Sanctuary stay with time at 5-star
sister resort, Aitutaki Lagoon Resort &
Spa, the only resort directly on the world’s
most beautiful lagoon—complete with the
Cooks’ only Overwater Bungalows.
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Spa
Experience warm island hospitality
and the incomparable spirit of the
South Seas at Rarotonga’s best 4-star
absolute beachfront resort.
Immerse yourself in paradise at the
renowned Rarotongan Beach Resort &
Spa on the island’s beach and crystal
clear lagoon on the sunshine coast. Here
you’ll discover the Aro’a Lagoon Marine
Reserve, a snorkeller’s paradise where
you can play with the jewel-coloured reef
fish to your heart’s content, at any tide!
Enjoy a wealth of complimentary activities
including hand feeding the fish, snorkelling,
stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and
learning to dance the hula, make a lei, play
the ukulele or husk a coconut. Regularly
voted a Top 10 family-friendly resort by
readers of Holidays With Kids magazine,
The Rarotongan offers the famous Moko’s
Kids Club where kids 0-11 years play free,
Little Dolphins mini waterpark, Teen Zone
and Banana Beach Playland Crèche for
0-3 years (charges applies).
Treat yourself to some well-deserved
‘me time’ at SpaPolynesia LUXE @ Lime
Blossom Villa that offers a wide range of
spa, beauty and hydrotherapy treatments.
Aroa Beach + Aroa Lagoon Marine Reserve, Rarotonga COOK ISLANDS
Tel: +682 25800 Fax: +682 25799 Email: info@rarotongan.co.ck www.TheRarotongan.com Find us on Facebook
Sanctuary Rarotonga-on the beach
absolute beachfront 4.5-star
boutique resort.
Step from your Beachfront Suite onto the
secluded white sands of Aroa Beach, swim
in the crystal clear waters of Aroa Lagoon
Marine Reserve and snorkel among multi-coloured
tropical fish. The resort offers guests
16 and over a stylish swimming pool, swim-up
bar (the only one at a high-end resort on
the island), Bluewater Grill showcasing fine
Pacific cuisine created from the freshest
local produce, and Ginger Garden where
you can savour the flavours of Asia.
The Beachfront Suites feel like being in
your own native hut complete with black
pearl shell accents in the Italian tiled
bathroom and Wi-Fi. The 48 identical
Beachfront Suites make the resort ideal
for small, medium and large corporate,
incentive and special-interest groups.
Complimentary activities include off-beach,
snorkelling in Aroa Lagoon Marine Reserve,
stand-up paddleboarding, fish feeding,
kayaking, ‘try scuba’ in the pool, guided
walks, tennis, and more. SpaPolynesia
LUXE @ Lime Blossom Villa features a full
menu of spa and beauty therapies for his
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Indulge at Rarotonga’s adult-only,
Tel: +682 25900 Fax: +682 25988 Email: info@sanctuaryrarotonga.com www.SanctuaryRarotonga.com Find us on Facebook

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Manuia Beach Resort
Your Polynesian paradise at Manuia
Beach Resort awaits you.
Marvel at the magical sunsets over a
sparkling blue lagoon while lounging
on the white sandy beach fringed with
swaying coconut palms. Wander through
the tropical gardens on your way to the
beachside infinity pool. Rest your elbows
on the pool edge and soak in the view
across the beach and the lagoon to the
waves crashing on the barrier reef beyond.
Sip a refreshing tropical cocktail delivered
to you from the Beaches Restaurant and
Bar, or enjoy Polynesian inspired meals
in the restaurant while you trail your toes
through the sandy floor.
Manuia Beach Resort is set right on the
beach in private and peaceful surroundings
on the sheltered Sunset Coast of
Rarotonga. You will love the authentic Cook
Islands’ style accommodation, available
in garden and beachfront settings with
coconut thatched suites complete with
island style décor and modern amenities
such as air- conditioning. Each room has
a spacious veranda complete with outdoor
furniture, where meals can be enjoyed if
desired, or just relax and enjoy the privacy
in your own little piece of heaven at your
Cook Island resort.
Walk along the sandy path down to the
water and be stunned by the beauty of
the poolside area. The infinity pool, sun
loungers invitingly facing the beautiful
lagoon, the relaxed atmosphere of
Beaches Restaurant and Bar serving
authentic Polynesian cuisine and the
attentive staff combine to set the stage
for your dream Rarotongan getaway.
Watch the waves on the reef, and
fishermen in the lagoon while you enjoy
your complimentary tropical breakfast, or
choose from the wider menu available.
Cocktail hours are popular with special
nights held on occasions complete with
local entertainment. Dinner brings a
number of options; a Polynesian inspired
menu can be served under the kikau
thatched roof of the restaurant, or on
your special table by the beach or pool
where you can watch the sun go down
and enjoy the night sky. Or why not enjoy
a romantic dinner for two in a private
setting with a special menu devised for
the occasion.
Polynesian paradise
Your magical holiday starts when you
receive your Polynesian greeting at
the airport on arrival. You will then be
transported the short 10-minute drive
from the airport in your dedicated Manuia
Beach Resort transport and escorted to
your Rarotongan resort accommodation
that will be ready for you, no matter what
the hour.
Tel: +682 22461 Fax: +682 22464 www.manuia.co.ck

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Just like the hotel, guests at the villas
also have access and use of a beach
barbecue for a simple and easy casual
meal. Both properties provide guests with
complimentary snorkelling equipment and
kayaks along with some friendly tips on the
best spots to see the myriad of amazing
tropical fish. Bicycles are also available for
hire where children and adults alike can
explore the island.
The wedding of your dreams
Working closely with Wedded Bliss
Rarotonga, Rarotonga’s leading wedding
co-ordinators, Moana Sands will happily
customise the wedding of your dreams.
Exchange your vows by the edge of the
brilliant blue lagoon as the sun sets on
another day in paradise.
The friendly team at Moana Sands will
welcome you with a big ‘Kia Orana’ and a
smile from the heart.
Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel & Villas
Moana Sands Beachfront Villas
Located just four kilometres from the hotel,
nestled on the white sandy beach of the
neighbouring village is Moana Sands
Beachfront Villas.
Each of the six purpose built villas has
two air-conditioned bedrooms, two
bathrooms and a spacious lounge/dining/
kitchen facility. Just like the hotel, every
villa has absolutely stunning views of the
beach and lagoon.
Adjacent to the villas, Taikura Shops offer
an on-site café, PasifikArt store that sells
locally made products plus Moana Sands’
Hibiscus Beauty Spa that offers relaxing
massages as well as hair, skin and/or nail
treatments. Directly opposite the villas is
Wigmore’s’ supermarket open daily for all
your general grocery needs, and there are
also two popular local restaurants within a
five-minute walk.
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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel is
located in the village of Titikaveka on
Rarotonga’s stunning southern coast
on a 10-kilometre stretch of white
sandy beach.
This absolute beachfront 17-room
boutique hotel provides a tranquil island
atmosphere where, from your own
private balcony or patio, enjoy the views
of the white sandy beach and crystal
clear lagoon teeming with colourful
marine life. All rooms are air-conditioned
and provide guests with their own small
kitchenette facility.
Sands Restaurant & Bar, the on-site
restaurant, is open daily for breakfast and
dinner and offers beachside dining in the
evenings (weather permitting). Alternatively
the lovely barbecue area on the beach
is the perfect spot to mingle with other
guests and enjoy a casual meal.
Tel: +682 26189 Fax: +682 22189 Email: beach@moanasands.co.ck www.moanasands.co.ck

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Muri Beach Club Hotel
With an enviable location on a
beautiful stretch of beach on Muri
Lagoon, Muri Beach Club Hotel is a
privately owned, luxurious adults-only
Tel: +682 23000 Fax: +682 23001 Email: info@muribeachclubhotel.com www.muribeachclubhotel.com
Sunset Resort
Nestled idyllically on the shores of
a sheltered lagoon, the secluded
beachfront location provides guests
with an unspoilt view of Rarotonga’s
crystal clear aqua blue lagoon and
breathtaking sunsets.
Sunset Resort has 35 spacious self-catering
apartments which are located
either on the beachfront overlooking the
lagoon or beside one of the two swimming
pools that are set in lush, tropical gardens.
The resort’s intimate atmosphere
guarantees all guests feel welcome while
they enjoy the magic of Rarotonga and its
people. Ideally located for convenience
and privacy, the resort is just a short drive
from the main town of Avarua and minutes
from the golf course and tennis courts.
Studios and one- and two–bedroom
suites all feature a fully equipped kitchen
with a microwave and a fridge/freezer. Air-conditioned
for comfort, the suites offer a
split king size bed, colour TV, DVD library
available on request, in-room safe and IDD
phones. A guest laundry is also available.
Gourmet delights
The Anchorage Restaurant & Bar is
surrounded by tropical gardens and is
open for breakfast, lunch and dinner while
the Sunday sunset barbecue offers a
relaxed dining option. The Drumbeat bar,
with a daily happy hour, is the perfect place
to chill out and mingle with other guests.
With the helpful staff able to offer local
information on sightseeing, activities
and excursions including safari tours,
snorkelling, lagoon cruising and kayaking,
there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Only five minutes from the airport, Sunset
Resort offers all the conveniences and
features needed for a relaxing escape
within friendly, intimate surroundings.
Tel: +682 28028 Fax: +682 28026 Email: welcome@thesunsetresort.com www.thesunsetresort.com
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The resort offers guests amazing views
over the lagoon and the small off-shore
islands while the wide range of
amenities caters to guests’ every desire.
Accommodations include Premier Garden
Rooms, suitable for up to four people,
Superior Pool View Rooms or Deluxe
Beachfront Rooms that enjoy unobstructed
views of the lagoon and its islands.
Tailormade to meet the specific needs
of each guest, the hotel offers just
30 air-conditioned rooms guaranteeing
personalised service. Each includes,
tea/coffee facilities, room safe, IDD
telephone, refrigerator, satellite TV and in-house
movies.
The hotel promises to show you the
true beauty of Rarotonga in a chic,
sophisticated environment, and the
amenities and facilities enhance this
experience. The fine dining restaurant
specialises in fantastic South Pacific
fare. Enjoy panoramic views of the
offshore islands in the Lagoon Lounge
whilst sipping on a sensational cocktail.
Between the Lagoon Lounge, the central
swimming pool and the spa and beauty
salon, visitors will be hard pressed not to
feel completely relaxed.
This is also an amazing place to celebrate
your special day. A romantic wedding at
this tropical paradise can be organised for
you by the hotel’s wedding co-ordinator.
Choose from a range of packages for an
exotic island wedding on a white sandy
beach with the lagoon waters gently
lapping at your feet.

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snorkelling gear, take a dip in the freshwater
swimming pool, or rent a motorbike on-site
and explore Rarotonga. There is also a
guest barbecue area, laundry facilities and
a tour desk.
Palm Grove will assist with arranging
transfers, scuba diving excursions, local
shopping, sightseeing tours and outer
island day trips. The resort also offers
several wedding packages and an on-site
wedding co-ordinator.
Enjoy the peace and tranquility of your
private piece of tropical island paradise at
Palm Grove.
daytime casual menu, or an evening meal
from the à la carte menu. The Sunday
evening roast is not to be missed.
Tours and excursions
Club Raro offers guests a swimming pool,
complimentary tennis facilities and scooter
and bike rental. There is also a tour desk
to book a choice of exciting tours and
excursions such as scuba diving, deep-sea
fishing, 4WD mountain safari or a
scenic aeroplane excursion, to name
a few. For something more relaxing, a
soothing, pampering massage can also
be arranged.
Palm Grove
no further than steps from their bungalow
to experience wonderful snorkelling,
swimming and kayaking at all tides.
Tropical tranquility
A daily tropical buffet breakfast is included
in the room rates and is served in the open-air
restaurant overlooking the garden. The
restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch
and dinner and the deck is the perfect spot
for an evening cocktail. Don’t miss the
Friday evening happy hour with live music
or the popular Sunday barbecue.
Spend the day on the pristine white sand
beach with complimentary kayaks and
Palm Grove is located in Vaima on
Rarotonga’s enchanting south coast.
The property has 26 individual
bungalows scattered over five acres
of landscaped beachfront and lush
tropical gardens.
Bungalows are available in a range of
catergories from studio to a three-bedroom
layout, in beachfront and garden settings.
All bungalows include a king size bed,
kitchen facilities, air-conditioning, flatscreen
TV, and private patio/balcony. Located on
a pristine stretch of white sand beach on
Rarotonga, Palm Grove guests need go
Tel: +682 20002 Fax: +682 21998 Email: beach@palmgrove.co.ck www.palmgrove.net
Club Raro
necessary in-room amenities such as
air-conditioning, a refrigerator, tea/coffee
facilities and room service from 8am-9pm.
All inclusive packages are available that
include daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
as well as non-alcoholic beverages.
The Palms Restaurant is open daily for
breakfast, lunch and dinner, offering a
variety of sumptuous international and
local cuisine. The poolside Ocean View
Pool Bar is a tropical treat offering an array
of delicious cuisines. Take in views of the
sparkling lagoon while sipping your tropical
cocktail, enjoy a quick bite from the
Club Raro is situated on the northern
coast of Rarotonga among beautiful
shady palms, tropical gardens and is
within close proximity to Rarotonga’s
major events and attractions.
Tropical ambience
This Cook Islands’ resort features
60 rooms in various surroundings, either
amidst tropical gardens, by the freshwater
pool or along the lagoon front with views of
the Pacific Ocean. Rooms are appointed
with Polynesian décor, offering a tropical
ambience. Accommodation is simple
but spacious and clean and offers all the
Tel: +682 22415 Fax: +682 24415 Email: holiday@clubraro.co.ck www.clubraro.co.ck

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Aitutaki
Aitutaki, the second most
visited island in the Cook
Islands group, is geologically
part volcanic and part atoll.
Local legend claims that its highest
hill, Maungapu, is said to be the top of
Rarotonga’s Raemaru mountain that
was chopped off and brought back by
victorious Aitutaki warriors.
Polynesian myth holds that beautiful
Aitutaki is a giant fish tethered to the
seabed by a vine from the air. The light
turquoise lagoon looks like a huge pale
oyster against the vivid blue ocean.
Captain Bligh discovered Aitutaki in 1789,
only 17 days before the notorious mutiny
on the Bounty. Christian missionaries
followed which meant it was the first island
in the Cook Islands to receive Christianity.
Today the people live in villages along the
coastline and island interior. Most roads
are tar sealed and transport is mainly by
motor scooter, although bicycles and cars
are also used to get people around. The
low rolling hills of the island are flanked by
banana plantations and coconut groves.
A triangular barrier reef seems to catch
the exquisite turquoise Aitutaki lagoon like
a giant fishhook. The crystal clear water in
the lagoon is ideal for sailing, swimming
and snorkelling and beneath the blue
surface is a world of sea creatures and
plants that will leave you fascinated.
There’s also the elusive fighting bonefish
which is favoured by anglers.
To reach the summit of Maungapu, take
a leisurely half-hour walk to the west side
of the island. At its peak you’ll discover
a breathtaking view of Aitutaki. The
shopping and business district is between
Amuri and Ureia and also clustered near
the wharf at Arutanga.
Aitutaki offers a range of accommodation
for any budget and there are a few
restaurants and cafés on the island for
your dining pleasure. Live entertainment
can be found at hotels or local
watering holes.
Be sure to book a full day lagoon cruise.
There will be plenty of snorkelling
opportunities and you can even hand
feed schools of tropical fish and see giant
clams up close. Some operators offer
snorkelling gear and towels and serve
a barbecue lunch when you arrive on
an island.
If you prefer to keep your feet nice and
dry, a glass bottom boat tour is a fun way
to view the reef below with its amazing
formations and amazing tropical fish.
On board, the operator will point out the
wonders of the lagoon and explain how
the Marine Fisheries is trying to increase
the number of fish in the lagoon. This is a
perfect day for young families.
Other day trips will take you to sacred
grounds where ancient rituals and
sacrifices were performed. You will learn
how ancient Polynesian warriors defended
their island with the help of supernatural
beings and how warriors of old voyaged
long distances to experience the music
and drums of Te Are Karioi. Te Are Karioi
was famous in this region of Polynesia,
before the arrival of Europeans, as a place
where men could find refuge from their
wives and families and dance the nights
away in the company of young women.

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Aitutaki Lagoon Resort & Spa
“No artist’s palette could ever
conceive of a more perfect, more
luminescent turquoise than that of
the lagoon of Aitutaki, arguably the
most beautiful in the world,” wrote
Steve Davey in Unforgettable Places
to See Before You Die (BBC Books).
For the ultimate South Pacific escape,
journey to 5-star, adults-only Aitutaki
Lagoon Resort, an idyllic destination
about which the prestigious Condé Nast
Traveller wrote: “Aitutaki is an exquisite
atoll” with “the most vivid lagoon colours
anyone has ever seen.” Listed by
ISLANDS magazine as one of the World’s
12 Best Private Islands, this sublime
resort rests effortlessly on the secluded,
private island of Motu Akitua— the Cook
Islands’ only private island resort and the
only resort directly on Aitutaki Lagoon.
Encircled by champagne-sand beaches,
the resort enjoys panoramic views
across the vast lagoon to the motu (small
isles) beyond. Following its recent multi-million
makeover this luxury 5-star resort
is officially adults-only from 01 April 2014.
Just 45 minutes flying time from
Rarotonga, Aitutaki Lagoon Resort & Spa
offers the only overwater bungalows in the
Cook Islands, a quintessentially Polynesian
experience complete with direct access to
the inviting waters.
The resort also offers beautiful Deluxe
Beachfront Bungalows, Premium
Beachfront Bungalows and Beachfront
Bungalows. All come complete with
roofs hand-thatched with plaited kikau
(coconut palm fronds), furniture made
of tropical woods, spacious veranda
with sunloungers, air-conditioning,
Wi-Fi, super-king bed, TV/DVD, CD player/
radio, mini fridge and bathrobes. The
sumptuous luxury Royal Honeymoon Pool
Villa Te Arau—a favourite with celebrities—
offers complete privacy in a lush garden
setting, an open-air spa, daybed pavilion,
swimming pool and a separate kitchen/
dining pavilion.
The resort offers a range of memorable
dining experiences including a fire dance
show at the water’s edge, authentic
umukai (earth-oven) feast, seafood platters
and private candlelit dining on the sand
under the stars.
Resort guests can enjoy complimentary
use of stand-up paddleboards,
windsurfers, outrigger canoes, kayaks,
snorkelling gear and bicycles. For couples
in love there’s a range of gorgeous Lagoon
of Love wedding packages and a variety
of venues including beach gazebos, the
Flying Boat restaurant and the Oneroa
Beach Chapel. Aitutaki Lagoon Resort &
Spa—heaven sent.
Motu Akitua (Akitua Island), Aitutaki Lagoon COOK ISLANDS
Tel: +682 31200 Fax: +682 31202 Email: info@aitutakilagoonresort.com www.AitutakiLagoonResort.com Find us on Facebook

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Pacific Resort Aitutaki
The island of Aitutaki is an idyllic
paradise, an atoll of lush tropical
foliage and white sand beaches ringed
by a stunningly beautiful lagoon.
This romantic tropical escape is home to
Pacific Resort Aitutaki, the World’s Leading
Boutique Island Resort (World Travel
Awards) and a member of the Small Luxury
Hotels of the World collection.
Guests are greeted each morning by a
spectacular view of Aitutaki’s world famous
lagoon, thanks to the private sun deck and
absolute beachfront location of each of the
resort’s 27 spacious and air-conditioned
beachfront bungalows, villas and suites.
Explore or relax
Guests can venture out onto the
manicured resort grounds and discover the
picturesque infinity pool and the popular
Black Rock Café, nestled among the black
volcanic rocks that are a striking feature of
this jewel of the South Seas.
Snorkelling equipment and kayaks are
complimentary. The tour desk can arrange
rental cars, scooters, bicycles, island tours,
scuba diving, big game, reef and lagoon
fishing, windsurfing and sailing, horticultural
tours and a range of lagoon cruises
incorporating activities such as snorkelling,
feeding tropical fish by hand and an island-style
lunch on an uninhabited island.
Pacific Resort Aitutaki is the perfect
place to experience authentic Polynesia.
In this magnificent, natural setting, enjoy
a traditional Polynesian feast every
Wednesday and experience a buffet
of exotic island fare together with an
enthralling performance by Cook Islands’
drummers, dancers and singers.
Every day, take advantage of the abundant
fresh fish, organic pork, fruits, vegetables
and herbs grown by the local farmers at
PO Box 90, Aitutaki COOK ISLANDS
Rapae Bay Restaurant which is an open-plan
dining area over two levels.
Another way to treat the body is at the
Tiare Spa that offers a range of tropical
treatments and massages. Romantic
weddings are a specialty. The on-site
wedding co-ordinator and resort staff
spare no effort and give great attention to
detail. Pacific Resort Aitutaki is the essence
of luxury escapism.
Tel: +682 31720 Fax: +682 31719 Email: reservations@pacificresort.com www.pacificresort.com

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tennis courts, barbecue facilities, a tour
desk and offers guests free Wi-Fi.
A must for every visitor is to attend the
local tumunu one evening for a unique
night of entertainment. Kura’s Kitchen is
conveniently located on-site and regularly
hosts intimate island nights for guests’
entertainment.
Honeymoon in paradise
This private island setting is a perfect
location for weddings, couples or
honeymooners as well as those after
some well-deserved relaxation. Bookings
online at www.atiuvillas.com.
Located 215 kilometres
northeast of Rarotonga, Atiu
Island is part of the Southern
Group in the Cook Islands.
Captain Cook reached Atiu in 1777 and
was approached by the islanders in
outrigger canoes bringing welcome gifts
of food. In the late 1800s Atiu sought
protection by Britain in fear of a takeover
by the French from neighbouring Tahiti.
Atiu and Tahiti have remained closely
connected and an Atiuan community was
even established in Tahiti by those who
went to work there on sugar plantations.
In 1891 the Cook Islands became a New
Zealand colony and was eventually granted
self-governing status in 1965, however the
people still hold New Zealand citizenship.
This small volcanic island has a population
of less than 600 people with a landmass
of just 26.9 square kilometres and is
surrounded by a coral limestone reef
called Makatea. There are limestone caves
all over the Makatea. The fertile interior is
mostly farmed for coffee and pineapples.
Atiu has a warm and sunny climate all
year round with an average temperature
of 25° Celsius. Atiu is famous for its
cave dwelling (Atiu swiftlet) bird and
has a variety of interesting birds, most
of which reside in the Makatea Forest.
Atiu has become a bird sanctuary for
the endangered Rimatara lorikeet and
Rarotonga Flycatcher. For more wildlife
visit Takutea bird sanctuary 16 kilometres
northwest of the island. There are a
number of cave tours such as visiting
ancient burial caves, sunken water caves
and the popular Anatakitaki Kopeka Bird
Caves, the nesting place of the bird.
All of the accommodation on Atiu is self-contained
with well-equipped cooking
facilities. There are only two restaurants
on Atiu—Kura’s Kitchen at Atiu Villas and
Teranginui Café in Areora. Both are open
every day except Sundays. Visitors are
advised to change money in Rarotonga
before travelling to Atiu. Visitors must
first fly to Rarotonga international airport.
Air New Zealand is the main carrier to
Rarotonga, while Air Rarotonga conducts
inter island flights.
Atiu Island
Atiu Villas
stylish holiday destination with varying
room configurations for two to six people.
Your hosts Kura and Roger Malcolm
ensure every visit is as active, or as
peaceful, as you want. They can arrange
historical, eco and island tours to places
such as the spectacular caves or one of
the 26 secluded beaches with special
bird watching tours also available. Guests
can hire bicycles, motorbikes and jeeps
to explore the island and snorkelling
equipment is available to enjoy the vibrant
marine life.
Atiu Villas also features a swimming pool,
PO Box 7, Atiu COOK ISLANDS
Situated on Atiu Island, Atiu
Villas provide a quiet and relaxing
environment for guests to enjoy.
Surrounded by wild tropical gardens,
these charming chalet-style villas are just a
short walk from the white sandy beaches
of the southern coastline.
Island comfort
Made almost entirely from local timbers,
all the roomy villas have a veranda and
solar hot water supply. Each villa also has
cooking facilities with seasonal fresh fruit
provided and a fully stocked larder. Atiu
Villas is the island’s most developed and
Tel: +682 33777 Email: roger@atiuvillas.com www.atiuvillas.com

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Nadi
Rakiraki
Labasa
Namale
Picturesque coastlines
The Fiji archipelago is comprised of
333 islands, located at the crossroads of
the South Pacific. The main island is Viti
Levu, the next largest is Vanua Levu, and
together they make up 85 percent of the
country’s total land area. Approximately
100 of the islands are inhabited. All the
islands have picturesque coastlines, tall
coconut palms nodding over still waters of
brilliant turquoise, lagoons fringed by coral
reefs and soft white sandy beaches.
Capital and major centres
The capital is Suva on the southeast corner
of Viti Levu, although most visitors have
their first taste of Fiji via the international
airport at Nadi, one of the other major
towns on the main island. More than
85 flights land at Nadi every week. From
there it is only a quick seven minute hop to
one of the offshore island resorts, or less
than an hour of flying time to Vanua Levu
or Taveuni, the second and third largest
islands. Nearby are the Mamanuca
and Yasawa Islands which offer picture
postcard beautiful lagoons and beaches.
The old capital of Levuka on Ovalau Island
has been carefully preserved as an
historical monument.
The people
Fiji is the ‘hub’ of the South Pacific, a
melting pot of both the Polynesian and
Melanesian races. The nation comprises
many different races and people.
From 1879 to 1916, Indians came as
indentured labourers to work on the
sugar plantations. After the indentured
system was abolished, many Indians
stayed on as independent farmers
and businessmen. Indigenous Fijians
comprise half the population with South
Pacific Islanders, Europeans and Chinese
comprising the remainder. The principal
language is English, however Fijian is
spoken by Fijians, Hindustani by most
Indians, and Chinese and other Pacific
island languages are spoken. Most of the
population is bilingual.
Nature
Fiji’s larger islands are generally of volcanic
origin and the smaller islands are coral,
limestone, or sand cays. Coral reefs and
lagoons abound. Vegetation is mainly
tropical coconut palms and pandanus
interspersed with hibiscus, frangipani
and other exotic flowers. Unique fauna
includes the fruit bat, mongoose and Fijian
crested iguana.
Fiji is free of all the serious plant and animal
pests and diseases that plague other
countries and endeavours to remain that
way. Preserving the beautiful environment
is an exercise that the Ministry of
Agriculture, Fisheries and Forests takes
very seriously, strictly regulating the
importation of any matter that may affect
the country’s plant and animal life.
The sights
On the road from Suva to Nadi are the
Kula Bird Park and the Sigatoka Sand
Dunes. In Suva, the national museum in
Lautoka Ba
Sigatoka
Korolevu
Suva
Pacific Harbour
Coral Coast
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OVALAU
YASAWA
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VANUA
LEVU
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BEQA
KADAVU
Savusavu
Waiyevo
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the historical Thurston Gardens stand
right next to Government House with its
colourful guards dressed in red tunics and
white sulus. Founded much earlier than
other Pacific island museums, the national
museum is unrivalled in the islands for the
extent of its collection of anthropological
and historical material. For those who like
to explore, there is a central highland bush
trek through the province following the
track which the missionaries took in 1849.
A striking feature in Nadi is the Hindu
temple at the southern end of town. This
is the largest Hindu temple in the southern
hemisphere and the traditional Dravidian
architecture is rarely seen outside of
India. Natadola Beach is one of the most
outstanding beaches in Fiji and only a half
hour drive south of Nadi. Savusavu is home
to the unusual attractions of the Nakama
thermal springs and Namale blowholes.
A unique experience is the tour of a working
copra plantation and scenic drives are
easily arranged. For an authentic cultural
experience, Orchid Island is a natural river
formation that has been cultivated into
a realistic microcosm of Fiji. Offering a
human scale historical adventure, one of
the unique features is the 16-metre high
pagan temple, Bure Kalou.
Where to stay
Accommodation is prolific and there’s
something for every budget from luxury
hotels, resorts and villas, to Fijian bures
with modern facilities, cottages, lodges,
townhouses and apartments. Bures,
based on traditional village thatched
roof houses, are very popular with
tourists as they provide an authentic
Fijian atmosphere. The Fijian design
incorporated into most hotels helps to
maintain the exotic ambience of this
paradise in the South Pacific. Campsites
are available on Seashell Cove Resort,
Rukuruku, Colo I Suva and Nukulau.
Getting around
In Fiji cars drive on the left side of the
road, and overseas or international driving
permits are valid for six months. There’s a
variety of rental car agencies, an extensive
local bus service on each of the main
islands, and deluxe coach tours. Taxis
are inexpensive and metered. Ferries,
helicopters and seaplanes provide
transportation between an extensive
network of docks and airfields throughout
the islands and resorts.
Most nightclubs, restaurants and cinemas
are located in the city centres, with most
of the larger hotels and resorts providing
their own entertainment in the form of Fijian
nights which include a lovo (food cooked
in an underground oven), sometimes the
yaqona ceremony (kava drinking) and
always a meke (song and dance).
There’s a good selection of restaurants
in the major centres featuring Chinese,
Japanese, Indian, French, and European
foods. A number of places offer Fijian
cuisine which is most often seafood,
cooked in coconut milk, and steamed or
boiled rather than fried.
Activities
Fiji is renowned for the variety of activities

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available. Water-based activities abound
including snorkelling on shallow reefs,
scuba diving, game fishing, surfing,
windsurfing, sailing, cruising and
yacht charters. On land, choose from golf,
horseriding, squash, rugby and trekking
through tropical rainforests. There are
crystal clear rivers to swim in, jet boats to
ride in, sacred caves to visit and rapids to
raft through. Numerous island tours are on
offer with sailing excursions and safaris into
the rugged peaks and remote villages of
the highlands.
Shopping
Whether you are shopping or browsing,
you’ll discover everything from unique
cultural and historical artefacts, to budget
and souvenir shops, stylish international
boutiques, and duty free shopping.
Popular purchases include carved tanoa
bowls from which ‘the national drink’ kava
is mixed and served, ‘cannibal forks’ and
Fijian combs.
Handicrafts range from woven baskets
and mats to masa (tapa cloth) and pottery
items. For international fashion buffs, there
is the ubiquitous sulu, an all-purpose,
unisex, one-size-fits-all garment. This
amazing outfit is worn 100 different ways
by women from beach wrap to evening
dress, whilst men in both business and
government wear them as a day skirt.
For those who really love the age-old
practice of bargaining, it is still conducted
in some shops and bazaars and has
reached the highest art form in Cumming
Street, Suva.
Shopping hours are Monday to Thursday
8 am to 5 pm, and on Fridays most shops
close at 6 pm. On Saturdays a number of
shops stay open for half a day and most do
not open on Sundays or Public Holidays.
Climate
Fiji’s climate is tropical, with slight seasonal
variations and occasional heavy rainfall.
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March to November is the dry season,
and December to April is the rainy season.
Clothing
Light tropical gear is advisable for Fiji’s
tropical climate. A swimsuit is appropriate
if you are near a beach or pool.
When approaching a town or village, it’s
respectful to locals to cover up. Remove
head wear when approaching a village.
Smart casual attire is appropriate at night
in luxury hotels. Wet weather clothing is
recommended for the wet season.
Time zone
GMT +12 hours or AEST +2 hours.
Currency
The currency is the Fijian dollar. All major
credit cards are accepted in the tourist
resorts. ATMs can be found in all major
cities and towns as well as the larger hotels
and the airport. Tipping is not encouraged,
but do bargain in the bazaars.
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Situated on Viti Levu Island,
largest of the 333 Fijian
islands, Denarau Island
lies across a tiny causeway
separating the island
from the Nadi end of the
mainland.
This major tourism complex is
20 minutes from Nadi International Airport
and includes The Westin Denarau Island
Resort Spa, Sheraton Fiji Resort,
Sheraton Denarau Villas, Fiji Beach Resort
Spa (Hilton), Sofitel Fiji Resort Spa,
Radisson Resort Fiji Denarau Island, Golf
Terraces, an 18–hole championship golf
course, a golf and racquet club, and a
30–berth marina.
The resorts boast both ocean and river
frontage and mini buses run frequent
transfers between the resorts and Port
Denarau, while golf carts whiz guests
around and between the resorts.
Apart from offering a sophisticated
hotel and residential experience, Port
Denarau, with its shops and a growing
marina, has become a major transit
hub for Fijian tourism. With many of the
smaller islands in the archipelago only
accessible by boat, it is now the main
transfer point for the resorts off the
coast of Nadi in the Mamanuca and
Yasawa groups.
Port Denarau is the principle departure
point for vessels. Departing from the port
are traditional tall ships offering adventure
cruises, accommodated cruises to the
Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands boasting
the ultimate in comfort and culture, island
day trips and brigantines offering day and
dinner cruises as well as jet boats.
Sport is big on Denarau with the Denarau
Golf and Racquet Club offering a
spectacular 18–hole championship golf
course. The course has been designed
around the island’s extensive waterways.
An impressive clubhouse comprising a
pro shop and restaurant overlooks the
9th, 10th and 18th holes. A driving range
and an adjacent complex with 10 tennis
courts extend the club’s facilities.
There is a yacht club and development is
continuing on Denarau with other major
up-market hotels under construction.
There is also a commercial and retail
centre, food and beverage outlets, and
cultural attractions, making Denarau
one of the leading integrated tourism
destinations in the South Pacific.
Denarau

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Yasawa including the famous Sawa-i-lau
limestone lagoon and caves. Combine
both for a total seven-night Yasawa Islands
cultural and island experience.
Amazing itineraries
On the first Tuesday of each month cruise
to Vanua Levu in the north of Fiji, rather than
the Yasawas, with a choice of two amazing
itineraries to places without postcards.
All meals, daily island stopovers, water
activities and entertainment, 24-hour self-service
tea and coffee bar are included.
Fares exclude drinks, optional tours
and services.
Captain Cook Cruises
cruise ship, departing on Tuesdays and
Saturdays for three, four and seven night
itineraries around the Mananuca, Yasawa
and the northern islands.
Discover paradise
The Yasawa Islands offer some of the most
dramatic scenery in the South Pacific. With
at least one new island and coral reef to
visit daily, these cruises have a greater
emphasis on beach and water activities.
The three-night cruise features the southern
islands including the Waya and Sacred
Islands. The four night cruise explores
the remote northern islands from Naviti to
15 Narewa Road, PO Box 23, Nadi FIJI
Captain Cook Cruises provides an
ideal way to discover paradise amidst
Fiji’s 300 islands where you will
wander unspoilt island beaches, visit
remote traditional villages and enjoy
superb cuisine.
Captain Cook discovery cruises are
designed to offer you an authentic and
personal experience where you are invited
to discover the nature, history, culture and
people of these spectacular islands.
Choose from a full day cruise to Tivua Island
aboard a sailing ship departing daily, or MV
Reef Endeavour, your 130 passenger mini
Tel: +679 6701 823 Email: fiji@captaincook.com.fj www.captaincook.com.fj

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Denarau Golf Racquet Club
PO Box 9081, Nadi Airport, Denarau Island FIJI
Tel: +679 675 9710 Email: sg_gl2@tappoo.com.fj
Surrounded by Fiji’s aqua-blue seas
and lush tropical mountains, the
Denarau Golf Racquet Club offers
superior standards in recreation and
relaxation only a twenty-minute drive
from Nadi International Airport.
Finest resort course
The pride of the Denarau Golf Racquet
Club is the 18-hole, 6538 metre, par 72
resort golf course, designed by Eiichi
Motohashi. Meandering through a
magnificent landscape there are water
hazards on 15 of the 18 holes and
marine inspired bunkers and greens.
Regarded the South Pacific’s premiere
golf facility, the Denarau Golf Racquet
Club was built using Mr Motohashi’s
craftsmanship and skilled techniques
and is a testimony to his vision and
passion for the game.
The Denarau Golf Racquet Club also
boasts six grass and four floodlit synthetic
tennis courts–perfect for an early morning
hit or twilight match. Tennis programs and
clinics are available for all levels of tennis.
The club has a well-stocked, professionally
staffed golf and tennis shop that offers
everything you need to play in paradise—
from club and racquet hire to shoe
rental as well as a wide range of apparel
and merchandise. Electric golf carts
are included in the green fee and are
compulsory as walking the golf course
is difficult due its length and the tropical
climate. Golf and tennis professionals are
also on-hand to help perfect your stroke or
serve. Adult and junior clinics and private
tuition are readily available.
Fiji Premium Club House
After another beautiful day in this tropical
paradise, Fiji Premium Club House at the
Denarau Golf Racquet Club provides a
casual family dining experience for lunch
and dinner with a selection of wood fired
pizzas, traditional clubhouse favourites
including the curry of the day, burger
and fries, roast of the day, salad and
much more.
The venue features a sports lounge
complete with live coverage of sports on
four big screen TVs plus a large outdoor
screen and a 360˚ bar, serving icy cold Fiji
Premium, Taki Beer, Fiji Bitter and Fiji Gold
on tap as well as a wine cellar.
Fiji Rum Bar
Distilled and matured in Fiji’s tropical climate
and using the finest local ingredients, the Fiji
Rum Co. Store’s range of rums showcases
the quality and diversity of flavour. From the
12-year-old Single Barrel Dark Rum to the
decadent White Chocolate Rum Liqueur,
the range has something for all rum lovers,
new and old.

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Sheraton Denarau Villas
A multitude of memorable
experiences await you and your
family at Sheraton Denarau Villas.
Offering spacious two- and three-bedroom
villa options on Denarau Island, just
20 minutes’ drive from Nadi International
Airport, the villas compromise a unique
accommodation selection specially
designed to suit families, friends and
large groups.
Enjoy the privacy of your own luxury home-away-
from-home with the convenience of
full 24-hour hotel services. Styled to reflect
the idyllic South Pacific setting, the tranquil
villas offer a cosy and comfortable lounge
with flat screen television and surround
sound system, a dedicated dining area
with large windows to allow the soft Pacific
breeze in and the added convenience of a
washing machine and dryer.
The 82 villas include Seafront Villas,
Lagoon Pool Villas and Garden Villas,
each providing the convenience of a
fully equipped kitchenette with cooktop,
microwave, dishwasher and full size fridge
for a sublime home-away-from-home feel.
Stay in touch with friends and families with
the resort’s complimentary Wi-Fi within
the vicinity.
Perfectly positioned between the horizon
pool at Sheraton Denarau Villas and the
ocean, Wet Edge is just the spot to enjoy
a refreshing cold drink while relaxing by
the pool and offers a delicious lunch and
dinner menu.
With access to the Sheraton and
Westin Resort facilities there is always
something to do. Experience a selection
of restaurants and bars, visit Westin
Workout®, go for a picnic on the resort’s
private island, Akuilau, take part in aqua
aerobics or beach volleyball, be pampered
with a massage from the award-winning
Heavenly Spa by Westin® or go jet-skiing,
snorkelling, stand-up paddleboarding
and more!
Just across from the resort you will find
the Denarau Golf Racquet Club, a
world-class sporting facility that offers
an 18-hole resort golf course with a 300
metre driving range and 10 tennis courts.
Children are well catered for with Sheraton
Resorts’ Kids Stay, Play and Dine program.
Children 4-12 years have free access
to Kids Club and receive a kids Super
Dining Discount for lunch and dinner.
Kids playgrounds, swimming pools and
babysitting services are also available.
Fiji is home to the friendliest most
welcoming people on earth and a visit
to Sheraton Denarau Villas guarantees
endless smiles and lasting memories.
Denarau Island, PO Box 9761 Nadi Airport, FIJI
Tel: +679 675 0777 Fax: +679 675 0818 Email: sheraton.denarauvillas@sheraton.com www.sheraton.com/denarauvillas

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Sheraton Fiji Resort
Sheraton Fiji Resort welcomes you
to your tropical oasis in the heart
of the South Pacific. Situated on
picturesque Denarau Island, the
resort is an ideal playground for
vacationers and families.
As part of Fiji’s only integrated five-star
resort complex, guests have access to
all the facilities at the adjacent Sheraton
Denarau Villas, The Westin Denarau
Island Resort Spa, and the Denarau
Golf Racquet Club. The resort’s
complimentary shuttle also provides
guest transfers within the resort complex.
The resort’s 264 spacious rooms are
contemporary and modern, each with
its own balcony or patio offering views
over the lush tropical gardens or ocean.
Fully appointed, they feature the Sheraton
Sweet SleeperSM Beds, generously sized
bathrooms, 32” flat screen televisions,
internet connectivity, and your choice of
a king or two double beds. Families can
take advantage of the interconnecting
rooms, providing space for adults and
children, plus kids get to stay, play for free
and receive a super dining discount.
Activities for everyone
Splash out in the resort’s impressive
swimming pool with a dedicated family
friendly section and main pool or relax
and soak up the sun by the adults-only
“quiet zone” pool. The fantastic range
of watersports includes high-speed jet
boats, jet skis, hobbie cats, kayaking and
much more. For something unique, why
not explore Akuilau Island—the resort’s
exclusive private island.
The exciting Chime bar is the perfect
social spot for a tropical cocktail, offering
a charismatic lounge-style setting with
the latest music, a spacious dance floor
and live entertainment. A convenient,
gourmet deli, Pantry, is ideal for a coffee
on the run, freshly baked treat, or light
snack, sandwich or wrap prepared to
your liking.
An old time favourite with regular visitors,
Ports O’Call restaurant offers guests a
premium international menu with speciality
dishes and its famous tableside silver
service is unlike anywhere else in Fiji.
Renowned internationally for its creative
culinary dishes and stunning ambience,
Flying Fish offers a superb choice of fresh
seafood dishes with stunning water views.
Overlooking the spectacular lagoon
swimming pool, Feast Restaurant is
the place to enjoy breakfast and dinner
culinary delights from around the world
inspired by Mediterranean influences
and speciality theme buffets. Sheraton
Fiji Resort is the perfect place to connect
with family and friends.
Denarau Island PO Box 9761 Nadi Airport FIJI
Tel: +679 675 0777 Fax: +679 675 0818 Email: sheraton.fiji@sheraton.com www.sheraton.com/fijioffers

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tranquil surroundings set the scene for
spiritual healing and sensory pleasure.
Extensive facilities
As part of Fiji’s only integrated resort
complex, The Westin Denarau Island
Resort Spa offers guests access to all
of the facilities at the adjacent Sheraton
Denarau Villas and Sheraton Fiji Resort
including six swimming pools, a choice of
restaurants and bars, an 18–hole resort
golf course, 10 tennis courts, extensive
watersports, exclusive access to Akuilau
Island—just offshore from the resort—
kid’s playground, kid’s club, lawn bowls
and daily recreational programs.
The resort is a 20-minute drive from
Nadi International Airport and nearby
local attractions include the Nadi
Handicraft Centre, Garden of the
Sleeping Giant, Veiseisei Village and the
Mamanuca Islands.
The Westin Denarau Island Resort Spa
Rooms are available in a range of settings
from garden to oceanfront, each offering
a private balcony or veranda overlooking
the beautiful landscaped gardens or
ocean. Each room features the Westin’s
signature ten layer Heavenly Bed®, a 32”
LCD TV, tea and coffee making facilities,
complimentary WI-FI internet access and
Heavenly Shower®.
Overlooking the ocean, Steakhouse by
Peter Kuruvita has a selection of mouth-watering
imported steaks and fresh
seafood dishes while Ocean Terrace is the
place to be for a Westin SuperfoodsRX™
breakfast and in the evening why not try
the Asian inspired Zing Menu.
For perfect relaxation, visit the award-winning
Heavenly Spa by Westin,
beautifully designed to blend with nature.
Peacefully nestled amidst 1350 square
metres of lush vegetation, the spa’s
Denarau Island, PO Box 9081, Nadi Airport Fiji
Welcome to the world of Westin
in the South Pacific. Located on
Denarau Island, The Westin Denarau
Island Resort Spa unfolds over 30
acres of pristine beachfront property.
A place where five-star comfort
harmonises with lush tropical surrounds
and international style fuses with Fijian
island warmth, The Westin Denarau Island
Resort Spa reflects Fiji’s rich culture
and the local island aesthetic. The alluring
ambience offers the ideal setting for
rejuvenation within the exotic retreat.
Prepare to be enchanted
The resort’s 273 rooms and suites are
superbly infused with South Pacific style.
Furnished in sensitive harmony reflecting
the charm and simplicity of traditional Fijian
crafts and culture, rooms present inviting
island style with rich timbers, plush textiles,
and touches of local Fijian craftwork.
Tel: +679 675 0000 Fax: +679 675 0259 Email: westin.fiji@westin.com www.westin.com/fijioffers

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Fiji Beach Resort Spa - Managed by Hilton
Perfectly situated on the beachfront
in Denarau, Fiji Beach Resort Spa
- Managed by Hilton is a delightful
mix of warm Fijian hospitality and
effortless luxury.
Designed to spoil and pamper adults
looking for relaxation while also catering
to the needs of those with families, this
resort has something for everyone.
Sheer indulgence
The 273 studios and villas are available
in a range of categories, their flexible
design is perfect for couples, friends,
families or groups. Stunning, spacious
interiors create an elegant blend of
luxury, modernity and natural harmony.
All offer modern conveniences including
air-conditioning, ceiling fan, balcony,
refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities,
television, hairdryer, iron/ironing board and
in-room safe. Spacious villas are available
in one-, two-, three- and five-bedroom
configurations offering extra space and
luxury with a convenient open-plan layout,
separate living and dining areas, en suite
bathrooms, fully-equipped kitchens and
barbecues. For extra indulgence Deluxe
Villas options offer access to a shared/
private plunge pool and daybeds.
With seven pools including separate
adults-only and family zones and 1.5
kilometres of private beachfront, the resort
offers effortless relaxation or a variety of
adrenalin filled activities such as jet-skiing,
parasailing, waterskiing, fishing and scuba
diving. Tennis courts and a world-class
golf course are just five minutes away.
Children can enjoy the complimentary
kids’ club and playground facilities.
The award-winning Pevonia Spa provides
the perfect sanctuary to unwind, escape
stress and rejuvenate the body, mind and
soul with a range of treatments inspired
from traditional Fijian customs.
Innovative dining options
Dining options include Nuku, inspired
by the flavours of Fiji with local and
international delicacies, while Maravu
offers Pan-Asian specialities and is
now open daily for breakfast for adults.
Themed dinners are available throughout
the week such as Spanish dinners by the
pool deck on Monday, seafood buffets on
Wednesday, and taste of Fiji on Fridays.
If you prefer to stay in, most rooms come
with their own kitchen and outdoor
barbecue, and you can even arrange for
a chef to do the cooking.
The resort provides the perfect setting for
an unforgettable holiday. Whatever you
require the Fiji Beach Resort Spa will
endeavour to make sure your every need
is met.
The Fiji Beach Resort Spa Managed by Hilton, Denarau Island FIJI
Tel: +679 675 6800 Email: fijibeachresort.reservations@hilton.com www.fijibeachresortbyhilton.com

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