A short(ish) flight away, this place is like stepping into a postcard
6th February 2025
By
Tatyana Leonov
In a place where locals greet you like an old friend, here’s a newcomers’ guide to embracing island life
"Just one short flight from Sydney and I’ve arrived in paradise, or more precisely the Cook Islands.
It’s my first time here, and stepping onto the main island of Rarotonga is like stepping into a living postcard of swaying palms, crushed coral beach, kids splashing and snorkelling in crystal-clear lagoons and the scent of frangipani in the breeze."
Discover Rarotonga for the first time with Tatyana Leonov's insightful guide.
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