A Quick Guide to the Cook Islands People
Hailing from Polynesian ancestry, the people of the Cook Islands have a proud Cook Islands Maori heritage but bring a contemporary face to Polynesia. Learn ab
Travel Tips
Local Customs
A Guide to Rarotonga and Cook Islands Culture
Welcome to contemporary Polynesia! You’ll be greeted with “Kia Orana”, gifted with the customary greeting of a floral ‘ei and serv
The Guide to the Cook Islands Language: Cook Islands Maori
The Cook Islands is home to two official languages: English and Cook Islands Maori. While English is the language that will help you get by
Cook Islands Maori Words and Phrases to Learn for Your Next Trip
Travelling is all about exploring different cultures. One of the basic ways to get started on becoming immersed in new surroundings is
What are the Customs in the Cook Islands?
When welcomed into a new country, it’s only fitting to respect the local customs and traditions. Luckily, there aren’t really any obscure rules to
A Quick History of the Cook Islands
From fearless seafaring across the vast South Pacific to island colonisation and tribal life to European and missionary influence to becoming a self-governing state
What are the Religions in the Cook Islands?
The Cook Islands is a religious country, particularly devoted to Christianity. Christianity was introduced to the islands around 150 years ago and has been