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A First-Timer’s Guide to the Cook Islands 

Want to visit the Cook Islands? Here is everything you need to know, from the best time to visit to how long to spend on each island. From the moment you receive a fragrant flower garland on arrival till you wave goodbye to the twanging of ukulele strings and the drum beats of the island […]

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The Best Things to Do in the Cook Islands: From Classic Highlights to Hidden Gems 

Looking for things to do in the Cook Islands? From exploring markets and quad bike tours, to lagoon cruises and more – this is everything you need to add to your holiday itinerary. The picture-perfect lagoons of the Cook Islands hold boundless wonders for couples, families and adventurous travellers. Explore our round up of the best […]

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Dive In: 9 Ways to Explore the Ocean in the Cook Islands

Tucked between New Zealand and Hawaii, the Cook Islands occupy a pristine slice of the South Pacific, where turquoise lagoons, sun-kissed motus and vibrant coral gardens await. Welcome to the Cook Islands, a postcard-perfect country where island living reigns and nothing is built higher than the treetops. Life here revolves around the ocean – a […]

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Fiji’s Best All-Inclusive Resorts

Unlimited dining, tropical cocktails and the world’s best beaches: island dreams come true at Fiji’s best all-inclusive resorts. Remote islands with white-sand beaches and a turquoise ocean brimming with marine life: the phrase ‘paradise on Earth’ describes nowhere better than Fiji, the South Pacific’s spectacular playground. Fiji’s best all-inclusive resorts – many with traditional bure […]

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Castaway Bliss: The World’s Best Private Island Resorts

Lap up exclusive luxury from the shores of the world’s best private island resorts. Unparalleled privacy, bespoke experiences and champagne shores: a private island escape spells the pinnacle of luxury. Whether you’re seeking romance, adventure or pure relaxation, leave the ordinary behind and live your modern-day Robinson Crusoe fantasy. From all-inclusive Maldives hideaways to celebrity-owned […]

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6 Reasons This is One of Fiji’s Best Island Escapes

The dreamy Malolo Island Resort was one of the first in the Mamanuca Islands – here’s why it’s also one of the best. Just 45 minutes from Fiji’s mainland by water taxi, Malolo Island Resort is the kind of place where your shoes come off the moment you arrive – and you won’t miss […]

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Why Likuliku Lagoon Resort is Fiji’s Most Luxe Adults-Only Resort

This adults-only resort on Fiji’s Malolo Island invites you to reconnect with nature in every way. Tucked away in Fiji’s pristine Mamanuca Islands, Likuliku Lagoon Resort offers an adults-only paradise defined by barefoot luxury and a deep connection to nature. From Fiji’s first overwater bures to some of Fiji’s best fine dining, discover why this […]

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Is This the South Pacific’s Most Underrated Destination?

The Cook Islands are calling – will you pick up? Nestled in the South Pacific, to the south of Hawaii, sit 15 practically untouched tropical islands, home to jaw-dropping beaches, impossibly blue lagoons and vibrant green jungles. The Cook Islands is the Pacific’s best-kept secret, a haven of undiscovered luxury where no building stands taller […]

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Fiji’s Best Overwater Stays

Say “bula” to blissful sandy beaches, colourful corals and direct access to aquamarine waters with an enchanting overwater stay. Who says you need to travel to the Maldives for overwater bliss? Discover lapping waves, crystal-clear lagoons and jaw-dropping sunsets from your private oasis – all just four hours from the Australian east coast – with […]

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OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort Unveils Multi-Million Dollar Transformation

This Fiji stalwart reveals its facelift, including freshly renovated bures, a whole new room type and a reimagined adventure park. OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort has proudly completed its multi-million-dollar transformation, ushering in “a new era of beachfront luxury along the Coral Coast”. The extensive refurbishment, completed in December 2023, sees the resort now offering 253 […]

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Tahiti Takes Off as a Hot Destination for Aussies

2023 proved Tahiti is quickly becoming an Aussie traveller’s hot pick. More Australians are choosing Tahiti as their holiday destination than ever, with a 73 percent increase in travellers year-on-year. In 2023, 7,718 Australians flew into the French Polynesian island, eclipsing the 4,468 travellers previously recorded in 2022. Australia accounted for 2.9 percent of international […]

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Why New Caledonia is Like Seven Destinations in One

Dreaming of an escape that’s all baguettes and no regrets? Look no further than New Caledonia. A slice of France in the heart of the South Pacific, New Caledonia enchants visitors with a magnifique blend of diverse regions, natural landscapes, vibrant cultural experiences and world-class dining. With frequent flights departing Brisbane International Airport – and […]