During a breakfast training session in Paris, held in collaboration with Air Tahiti Nui, travel agents and tour operators gained insights into why the Cook Islands is a perfect complement to a French Polynesian getaway. The event was led by Nicholas Costantini, Southern Europe Representative for Cook Islands Tourism, and Ludivine Bouyer, Trade Representative, with support from Roberta Bertazza, Southern Europe Representative for Turama Pacific.

The new year started busy for our Northern Europe representative Lars Schubert. On January 13th, he left Germany for a roadshow in Switzerland – one he was attending for the first time - to train approximately 20 travel agents in Lucerne and another 40 in Basel. Both cities are part of Switzerland, one of our best selling local markets, and not visited often during our regular market activities. Despite a smaller number of attendee in Lucerne, all agents attending in both cities were very interested in our little paradise and will send guests to our shores in the future for sure.

Two groups of European wholesalers and travel agents from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Belgium, specializing in selling the Cook Islands and the South Pacific, recently visited the destination (for their first time) with Northern Europe Rep, Lars Schubert.

The agents enjoyed a variety of activities, including land, sea and cultural tours on Rarotonga, Aitutaki and Atiu. They also stayed at a range of accommodations, from resorts to boutique hotels.

Last week, CIT welcomed journalist Christina Piccinotti and photographer Alessandro Capaccio from Italy's leading travel publication, Dove. During their visit they were able to explore the beauty of the Cook Islands, from the vibrant culture of Rarotonga to the pristine lagoons of Aitutaki and the rich history of Atiu.