1. Take a short flight to the world famous, and picture perfect, Aitutaki lagoon. Explore uninhabited islands, relax on deserted sandbanks and enjoy a tasty BBQ on One Foot Island
2. Enjoy snorkelling and kayaking in the crystal clear waters, where tropical fish and turtles are visible right off the beach
3. Go hiking into the interior of the islands. Rarotonga is full of dense rainforests perfect for trekking through the lush vegetation
4. Hire a moped and explore Rarotonga at your own pace. A 32km, round-the-island road links the beaches, coastal lagoon and reefs
5. Watch some traditional dancing – one highlight is the Ura dance, a sacred ritual where the female dancer tells a story through dancing
6. Spend your honeymoon here. Romantic strolls, clear waters, luxury hotels and hidden waterfalls – the Cook Islands have it all
7. Bring your kids! The islands have a huge array of child-friendly activities from swimming to fish feeding and snorkelling in the blue lagoons
8. Enjoy a relaxed cycle trip and learn about the nature, history and culture of the islands whilst exploring by bike
9. Visit the churches of Rarotonga, where the traditional island singing is a huge part of the services and a wonderful way to connect with the Cook Islanders
10. Go whale watching off the coast, where humpback whales migrate to the warm waters of the Pacific, often so close to the shore that they are visible from land
