VISITING COOK ISLANDS

Here are the best spots to stay, play and feast across the highlights of Rarotonga and Aitutaki.

🛌 Where to stay (pure luxury & overwater dreams):

* @aitutakilagoon (overwater bungalows & stunning lagoon views (Aitutaki))

* @motu_villas (private, tropical seclusion right on the water (Rarotonga)

* @littlepolynesian (boutique beachfront villas with lagoon infinity pool (Rarotonga))

* @pacificaitutaki (adults-only beachfront elegance & infinity pool (Aitutaki))

🎡 Where to play:

*One Foot Island (postcard-perfect sandbank & epic lagoon snorkeling (Aitutaki))

*Turtle Tour (swim with wild sea turtles in crystal waters (Rarotonga))

*Black Rock Beach (dramatic volcanic rock backdrop & great swimming/snorkeling (Rarotonga))

*Snorkeling (vibrant coral reefs & colorful fish in the lagoons (Aitutaki))

🍜 Where to feast:

* Avateaa Cafe (fresh, vibrant island bowls & casual tropical eats (Aitutaki))

*Little Polynesian Restaurant (elegant Polynesian-European fusion with lagoon views (Rarotonga))

*Sandals Restaurant & Barefoot Bar (beachfront seafood, curries & relaxed vibes (Rarotonga))

*Koru Cafe (delicious local flavours & laid-back café atmosphere (Aitutaki))