Chris Daniels climbs aboard a bike to explore a different side of Rarotonga.

Jetstar says it'll start flying between Auckland and Rarotonga from March next year.

Under the Rarotongan sun, Chris Daniels works up a good tropical sweat, without losing his wedding ring.

Aitutaki's eco-snorkelling trail highlights the frailty of lagoon life, writes Jane Jeffries.

Aitutaki casts its beautiful and restful spell over Carly Flynn, who discovers a destination better than any brochure could promote.

Foreign Minister Murray McCully has taken Shane Jones, David Shearer and Winston Peters with him for his trip to the Cook Islands, where he is holding talks.

An art exhibition with an Anzac twist is paying tribute to the Cook Islands soldiers who served in World War I.

Kim Palsenbarg revisits a past hobby and is entranced to find the world beneath the waves as welcoming as ever.

Laura Hutchins cherishes the easy-going pace of Cook Island life because she knows when she's home it'll be what she misses the most.

A second honeymoon can be better than the first, writes Penny Lewis.

Man's best friend is never far from Tessa Chrisp's side, offering companionship on a Rarotongan holiday.

Whether you're on a tight budget or splashing out, the islands have it all.

A retired Swiss accountant found Aitutaki grew on him, writes Winston Aldworth.

Make the most of Rarotonga's thriving mini-town, which will steal your heart with daily snorkel cruises, cafes, markets, beachside resorts and superb local produce, writes Carly Flynn.

Paddleboard yoga brings out the best in Andrew Frampton (at least in his head).

Photos of two New Zealand men posing with a number plate in the Cook Islands are being investigated by police after they were posted on Facebook.

After a serve of super-fresh fish, some boutique ale, a snorkel and a scoot around, Ben Chapman-Smith reckons Raro's not so sleepy after all.

Atiu upgrades its tourist appeal with a revival of the island's historic sites, writes Jim Eagles.

Former Northland cop Mark Franklin has been sentenced to a year in prison in the Cook Islands for selling drugs.

Graham Reid takes time to look at what's in his pocket

Racism is no part of the issue, writes Hussein Rawlings. Nor should we fear the accusation of "protectionism". Are Indonesia, China, or Thailand challenged on their land ownership laws?

An Austrian couple have been rescued from their yacht near American Samoa after getting into trouble for the second time in a week.

Colourful church services are a glorious way to enjoy Sundays in paradise, finds Pamela Wade.

Rarotonga is perfect for families, finds Graham Hepburn.

Island time A walk in Atiu jungle feels like scuba-diving, says Jim Eagles.

Pacific-style hustle and bustle attracts Pamela Wade.