World Tourism day was coupled with our third A1 Meitaki Awards, which was of course celebrated with a Meitaki attitude! 

Many locals, visitors and invited guests took part in helping commemorate the award winners. Honourable guests included the Prime Minister Henry Puna, and his wife; Demo MP Smiley Heather; NZ High Commissioner Peter marshal and First Secretary Sarah Short. 

The A1 Meitaki Awards were received by over 30 deserving individuals and business'. Recognising their hard-work to provide exceptional customer service, and above all doing their part in encouraging a Kia Orana spirit!

“Through their friendly and professional customer service, members of the community continue to ensure that any of our visitors can access the wonders of our little paradise” Director of Destination Development Metua Vaiimene said. 

Cook Islands Tourism would like to extend a huge CONGRATULATIONS to all the recipients of the A1 Meitaki Awards. Meitaki ma'ata for your quality work in supporting our nation in becoming an outstanding little paradise.