Aitutaki Cook Islands Named in Top 50 Places of a Lifetime

  • October 7, 2009
Aitutaki Cook Islands Named in Top 50 Places of a Lifetime
Not sure where in the world Aitutaki is located? You're not alone. Aitutaki is part of the Cook Islands archipelago in the heart of the Pacific. The Cook Islands are truly the best kept secret in the South Pacific - no high-rises, chain hotels, fast food restaurants or even traffic lights! Just pristine beaches, crystal clear lagoons and the most hospitable people you can find. With Air New Zealand's non-stop services to the Cook Islands from Los Angeles weekly, Aitutaki and the Cook Islands are only an overnight flight away!

Aitutaki has a reputation as the most romantic of the 15 islands in the Cooks; honeymooners will never want to return back home after their stay. "Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is thrilled for our romantic island of Aitutaki to receive this honor from National Geographic," said John Dean, CEO Cook Islands Tourism Corporation. "Secluded beaches, snorkeling in pristine lagoons and romantic accommodations such as overwater bungalows surely make Aitutaki one of the best places for those in search of romance and relaxation."

Only a 9 ½ hour non-stop flight from Los Angeles and just a 3-hour time difference from the United States West Coast, in the Cook Islands you can escape the rush and clutter of everyday life, choosing simply to relax and absorb the vibrantly natural environment, sun-soaked beaches and a unique culture. The current exchange rate is $1 US = $1.50 NZ, making the Cook Islands an affordable getaway for the U.S. traveler. Perfect for honeymooners, adventure-seekers, families and those who wish to get away from it all; the 15 islands that comprise the Cooks have something for everyone.

A visit to the Cook Islands is not complete without seeing the beautiful island of Aitutaki, which is less than a one-hour flight from Rarotonga. It measures just seven square miles and a population just under 2,000 people. The breathtaking allure of its crystal clear turquoise waters and sparkling white beaches is an essential ingredient in Aitutaki. This is a place of unsurpassed natural beauty and tranquility, providing a simple tonic to sooth away the pressures of the outside world.

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