The Cook Islands are a study in contrasts, with Aitutaki so flat you can see the
ocean from virtually any point on the island and Rarotonga made up of jagged peaks
and deep valleys.
The Marquesas lie shrouded in mystery, with their mist-laden mountains and untouched
wilderness.
Discover the vibrant Maori culture, unfailing friendliness, and passion for the
sea for which New Zealand is famous.
Paul Gauguin was inspired by them, Rogers & Hammerstein immortalized them in song,
and James Mitchener wrote, “Anyone who has ever been there wants to go back.”
Nudging the International Dateline, the Kingdom of Tonga is the first country in
the world to welcome the new day.
These coral atolls boast some of the most renowned snorkeling and diving on earth.
Make anchor at Rangiroa, whose sheltered lagoon is home to dolphins, rays, and myriad
colorful tropical fish.