The Cook Islands Quality Assured and the Mana Tiaki Eco-Certification programmes are well underway with a number of businesses achieving accreditation. It was excellent to see that a majority of businesses applied for Mana Tiaki Eco-Certification, reinforcing our industries commitment to our environment and sustainable tourism.

If you would like to become a quality assured business simply fill in the online form linked below. If you have any questions, contact our Business Partnership Manager, Andrew Moros or call the office on +682 29435.

INDUSTRY WORKSHOPS

Twenty-two Industry members on Rarotonga took up the opportunity to upskill on Thursday for South Pacific Pocket Guide’s Free Seminars: ‘Helping Tourism Businesses Make A Splash Online’

Robin and Laura of South Pacific Pocket Guide presented insights on topics covering "Always-On Marketing", Understanding SEO & how it can help your business grow faster, alongside How to take better photos for your business. 

South Pacific Pocket Guide will be visiting Aitutaki next week to undertake the same seminars and look forward to meeting the Aitutaki industry. 

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Cook Islands Tourism would like to feature Tour and Activity operators in our Visitor Information Centre. Lets give our visitors a visual experience of what you have to offer!
How can you be involved? 
1: The business must be registered with our Business Partnership Programme. Fill out the application form here or contact Andrew Moros on andrew.moros@cookislands.gov.ck
2: Files no larger than 5GB
3: Video length: 30-60 seconds
4: Cook Islands Tourism will have the final say on viewing time slots. 
Upload videos here or deliver to Cook Islands Tourism on a flash drive. For more information contact  - Vainepoto Tangaroa on vainepoto.tangaroa@cookislands.gov.ck

TE VAKA O RU PRESENTATION

Cook Islands Tourism held Round 16 of Te Vaka O Ru presentations in Aitutaki on Tuesday 8th February. Village Taskforce members were awarded for their efforts in their respective villages. Funds will assist them in purchasing resources to support them in ensuring they are equipped with safety gear and continue the work they do for their villages. A highlight of the presentation included Raui Manapori, who was given a special award in recognition of his dedication to keeping his village clean and being a great Mana Tiaki ambassador.

The programme began in 2016, focuses on the development of our People, Tupuranga Tangata, similar to the Vaka Pride programme on Rarotonga . 

For more information contact Misepa Isamaela

UPDATED DINING & ACTIVITIES LIST 

We've updated our list of dining and activity options for Rarotonga and Aitutaki. This is a great reference when dealing with visitors or just to stay updated with what's currently on offer. This list covers opening days/hours, rates, and contact information - everything you'll need to assist a query. This week the team from Muri Beach Club Hotel are very excited to bring back their "Authentic Polynesian Show & Food" Island Night.

If your business is not on this list or it needs to be updated, please email:  headoffice@cookislands.gov.ck

HAVE YOU CHECKED YOUR LISTING

Have you checked your listing on our website? We're asking all our industry members to take the time to check that your listing is up to date. 
How can you check and update your listing? 
1: Check your listing here: cookislands.travel
2: Update and changes to your listing here
If you have any questions/queries, please do not hesitate to contact us on +682 29435 or email online@cookislands.gov.ck