EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Cook Islands Tourism NZ office is looking into a Christchurch Consumer and Trade Expo and want to gauge interest from the Cook Islands industry before confirming the event.  There would be no cost for you to attend and have a booth, but airfare and accommodation are at your own expense. You will also be required to attend both days to participate. Details are as follows:
SET UP: Saturday 18 September | Afternoon TBC
CONSUMER DAY: Sunday 19 September| 9am - 4pm 
TRADE DAY: Monday 20 September |9am – 1pm
For more information click here or if you have any questions, please email Rachel Mackey on rmackey@cookislands.co.nz

GET LISTED ON OUR WEBSITE 

Are you a holiday home, bed and breakfast, motel, hotel or any other short-term rental accommodation property?We're encouraging all accommodation providers in the Cook Islands to get listed on www.cookislands.travel. 
THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO GET LISTED
1. Complete the Online Supplier Form to get your property listed OR 
2. Book a 30-minute meeting with a member of the team to get your property listed. All appointments can be made for Tuesday 17th August and Wednesday 18th August from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Email: online@cookislands.gov.ck to book your time now.

COOK ISLANDS BUSINESSES URGED TO TAKE LABOUR SURVEY

This is a reminder to Businesses to help us understand the state of the labour shortage in the Cook Islands by participating in this survey. The information gained from the survey will showcase how many staff that businesses had pre-COVID versus TODAY, which may highlight a significant discrepancy for many. Participation is voluntary and you can fill in your details to enter the prize draw to WIN a $1,500 Air New Zealand travel voucher, courtesy of Cook Islands Tourism Corporation. For more information, please email niroa.kamana@cookislands.gov.ck

LOCAL POREO SHELL EIS

In support of the Pa Enua stimulus programme which realized the Southern Explorer and Northern Trailblazer travel packages now available to visitors, we are pleased to introduce you to the Mama’s ofTongareva (Penrhyn) as a supplier of Poreo shell ei’s through the assistance of the island E.O, Puna Vano. The poreo shell ei’s are 100% locally sourced, made and would make an authentic addition to a meet and greet or farewell gift for visitors. They are available in 3 lengths with all profits going back to Tongareva.  Contact them directly to order via their Facebook page Tongareva Women Handy Crafts

WELCOME TO THE TEAM

We say Kia Orana to Manine Lynch and Poevai Garnier who have joined the Digital Marketing team at Head Office. Manine and Poevai have been brought on as part-time Digital Marketing Coordinators, providing support with content generation and management of our online social platforms. The two young Cook Islanders bring enthusiasm and creativity to the role and are both excited to be working with Cook Islands Tourism and look forward to contributing to the growth and sustainability of tourism within the Cook Islands.