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Visitor behaviour is a key focus in ensuring travellers engage respectfully with the Cook Islands, says Tourism to PAC
Cook Islands Tourism says that while managing visitor behaviour is an ongoing effort, success depends on delivering clear messaging across multiple channels, reinforcing expectations through consistent signage, and providing accessible guidance.
Celebrating International Women’s Day
The Ministry of Internal Affairs (INTAFF) hosted International Women’s Day at the Punanga Nui Market on Saturday with the theme “Accelerate Action for Gender Equality- for ALL Women and Girls.”
Smooth sailing on vaka Marumaru Atua
Father Freddy Kaina conducted a blessing of Vaka Marumaru Atua before she was relaunched into the waters of Avatiu harbour yesterday.
Bookings explode with bubble date
Thousands of flight bookings have followed Sunday’s announcement of a Cooks-NZ travel bubble start date. Tourism industry stakeholders say they are ready to accommodate the incoming tide of sun-hungry kiwis.
Warm welcome awaits visitors, resort owner says
A leading resort group welcomes the re-opening of the New Zealand – Cook Islands borders for safe, two-way, quarantine free travel from May 16.
Candidate says airport on voters’ minds in advance of Manihiki by-election
The Independent candidate in tomorrow’s by-election in Manihiki believes the sealing of the Northern Group island’s airport is foremost in the minds of voters, and not policies or manifestos.
The ocean welcomes back Vaka Marumaru Atua
After nearly five months on dry dock for safety throughout the cyclone season and maintenance tasks, Vaka Marumaru Atua is now planned to return to the water at Avatiu harbour this afternoon during high tide.
Concerns over border opening
The May 16 two-way quarantine free travel announcement brings mixed feelings; people are pleased that businesses will receive the much-needed boost but are concerned it’s putting the health of Cook Islanders on the line.
Youth course teaches life skills, builds confidence
Youth on Mangaia took up all 40 places in a course designed to provide them with skills to help them excel in a work environment and in a modern society, by building on their confidence, self-esteem and motivation.
Air NZ announces Raro flights, Jetstar on hold
Local tourism industry is expecting a gradual growth in visitor numbers when two-way quarantine free travel between the Cook Islands and New Zealand commences on May 16.
Amazing dancers make judges’ work hard
Nine talented dancers lit up the stage on Friday evening in the intermediate section of the National Dancer of the Year event.
Cultural workshop for tour guides hailed a success
Tauranga Vananga - the Ministry of Cultural Development, and the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation joined forces last week to run their first cultural tour guide workshop.
"Today we start our journey of recovery", PM says
The Cook Islands will open its border to Kiwi tourists in a fortnight after the announcement of the two-way quarantine-free travel between the two countries starting on May 16 (Cook Islands time).
Travel bubble to begin May 16 pending final health checks
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern have announced two-way quarantine-free travel will commence between the two countries on May 16.
Court briefs for week of April 26
A weekly roundup of cases heard in Cook Islands Court.
Rarotonga traveller in quarantine after breach
With a traveller from the Cook Islands in quarantine in Western Australia, the Opposition is re-iterating its call for a nation-wide vaccination programme before a bubble is established with New Zealand.
Stage set for anticipated Manihiki by-election
One hundred and thirty voters are listed on the electoral roll for the Manihiki by-election to be held on Wednesday, May 5.
Support for climate change research
The procurement of new technology will help local conservationists monitor how warming oceans are affecting the marine environment around the globe.
Major announcement imminent, sources say
Sources are speculating an upcoming announcement could see either a date set for a travel bubble with New Zealand or solid plans put in place for a Covid-19 vaccination programme, but the Government is staying tight-lipped for now.
Tax law change impacts offshore sector
A law that is beginning to take effect aims to preserve the country’s reputation in the offshore financial services sector, however it remains to be seen if it will stall efforts to grow the industry.
PM Brown gets big welcome in Nukuroa
Prime Minister Mark Brown is on his first official visit to the Southern Group island of Mitiaro.
Raro-Auckland-Perth trip breaches bubble
A traveller from the Cook Islands has breached the trans-Tasman travel bubble by flying to Perth from Auckland on Thursday without spending two weeks in New Zealand as required.
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