Going underwater enables travellers to explore the depths of Rarotonga and meet the creatures beneath the surface.

Sick of white sands and turquoise waters? The Cooks have a darker side, writes Robin Esrock.

Brett Atkinson keeps busy on the ultimate Rarotongan weekend.

But for some, buying bullion has been a costly mistake...

As John Key prepares for a White House visit next week, New Zealand's Pacific role is growing in value.

Annie Crummer inherited her fine voice from her dad. Now it's his turn to release an album, compiled from an old shoebox of remembered island songs, writes Scott Kara.

New figures reveal HIV amongst gay and bisexual men in NZ is at its worst level since the virus entered NZ in the 1980s.

Wheels rip and the dirt flies on this easy-going island safari, says Rachel Tiffen.

Rarotonga's most luxurious resort is the pinnacle of indulgence, writes Rachel Tiffen.

Despite having to adjust his expectations of an island idyll, father of three Liam Dann manages to have a good time in the Cook Islands.

Pamela Wade gets into the rhythm of life on beautiful Aitutaki in the Cook Islands.

Photos of beautiful Aitutaki in the Cook Islands.