The paradise islands that don't want to be Hawaii
27th March 2025
By
Pam and Gary Barker, BBC
The Cook Islands blend traditional practices with modern initiatives to maintain their unspoiled paradise
Imagine a paradise free from high-rise hotels and corporate chains. The Cook Islands have achieved this by safe-guarding local land ownership, conserving food resources and protecting ecological conditions. As the Barkers discovered, 'This preservation of paradise is deeply intentional.' Learn how the Cook Islands are safeguarding their pristine beauty for future generations.
