More Than Money: Mana Tiaki Tourism
Quality Over Quantity
The good news is that our economic success and Mana Tiaki can now go hand in hand. With growing visitor demand and a rise in sustainable/responsible travel, we can focus on attracting quality visitors over quantity. Together, we can build a tourism industry that not only delights visitors but also helps our people, culture, and islands thrive.
Refreshed Arrival Card Calls On Visitors to ‘Love our Little Paradise’
Rarotonga, Cook Islands –Tuesday 6th August 2024
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation (CIT) has launched a refreshed international arrival card, an initiative led by the Destination Development team in collaboration with Immigration, Customs, and Biosecurity agencies. This update aims to enhance the visitor experience and promote responsible tourism in the Cook Islands.
Newly installed Eco-Toilets in Mangaia
Cook Islands Tourism is pleased to announce the completion of the long-awaited eco-toilets installation on the island of Mangaia. Completed on July 5, 2024, the new eco-toilets, located at the picturesque Lake Tiriara and the serene Araoa Beach, are designed to minimise environmental impact while providing essential sanitation facilities. Utilising composting technology, these toilets reduce water usage and eliminate the need for chemical treatments.
Kia Orana Plus Training Programme available ONLINE
In preparation for the bubble opening with New Zealand, Cook Islands Tourism delivered the Kia Orana Plus Training Programme to over 80 businesses and over 450 employees across Rarotonga and Aitutaki since September 2020. The one-day training programme was developed to equip businesses with the necessary basic facts, best practices, health measures, guidelines and access to key resources on COVID-19.
Kia Orana Plus leads the way in preparation efforts for the industry
Completing their 13th round of Kia Orana Plus rapid training, Cook Islands Tourism Corporation are encouraging you to join them in making your Cook Islands Promise. The Cook Islands Promise is our joint commitment to protect all Cook Islands residents, and international visitors, from the severe acute respiratory syndrome, widely known as Covid-19. By participating in the Kia Orana Plus rapid training programme, businesses and individuals are making headway to commit to the Promise.
Kia Orana Plus shared to over 70 businesses so far and soon to be shared online for all!
“To share information and to train others is why we are here. To upskill ourselves so that we can then upskill others,” shared Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council President, Liana Scott during her presentation at week 4 of the Kia Orana Plus rapid training programme.
Kia Orana plus training paving a clearer road map for safety in the Tourism Industry
“The actions of our promise will keep the Cook Islands safe” states former Honourable Prime Minister, Henry Puna during the opening Kia Orana Plus training video. The Kia Orana Plus rapid training programme continues into its fifth week with the promotion of the Cook Islands Promise and associated guides for best practices to effect the promise in preparation for border
A new partnership between Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) and Cook Islands Tourism (CIT)
A new partnership between the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) and Cook Islands Tourism is set to enhance our national public spaces for the benefit of locals and tourists alike.
Having signed a formal Memorandum Of Understanding last week, the two organisations are looking forward to an ongoing collaboration on the development and management of public spaces, facilities, and event infrastructure around the country.
Koka with the Kia Orana Ambassadors
To date they have visited and presented to various organisations within the tourism industry, Government ministries, schools and community groups whilst consistently showcasing the Kia Orana Spirit. Since its launch in Oct 2015, the presentations have been a hit and have generated a lot of positive feedback.
Kia Orana Values a hit in Aitutaki
For a whole week the Aitutaki tourism industry, community groups and businesses were given the chance to hear first-hand what the Kia Orana Values encompass and how it can be incorporated into their professional and personal lives.
