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| Cook Islands Travel - Resorts - Honeymoon Resorts - Luxury Resorts - Hotels | Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
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VISITOR INFORMATION Airlines Air New Zealand flies into Rarotonga from New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti and Honolulu (Hawaii), and Aloha Airlines flies in from Honolulu. Air Rarotonga provides regular domestic air services from Rarotonga to Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, Mangaia, Mitiaro and the northern group of islands. Airports The International Airport is at Rarotonga, and most other islands have air access for small planes. Ports Avatiu Harbour, next to the capital Avarua is the official port of entry and one of the few ports that can take larger vessels. The main dock is 1000 feet long, handling ships of up to a 32 foot draft. Airport Tax NZ$25 for adults (over 12), $10 for children from 2 to 11 and under two is exempt. Visas Visitors leaving in less than 31 days do not require a visa provided the onward passage has been booked and paid for. Visitors staying longer than 31 days require a passport, onward passage and proof of adequate financial means to stay in the Cook Islands. Visa application can be made on arrival in Rarotonga and costs $30 for every three month's extension up to six months. Duty Free Concessions No duty is levied on clothing or personal effects (including sports equipment). In addition, each visitor may bring the following items, free of duty, into the Cook Islands: 200 cigarettes or up to ½ pound (1 kg) of tobacco or up to 50 cigars, 2 litres of spirit or wine or 4½ litres of beer. Goods with total value of up to NZ$250.00 are not open to duties, however goods in excess of NZ$250.00 are liable to duty. Goods and Services Taxes There is a 12.5% Government Tax included in all prices. Postal Services The main Post office on Rarotonga is open from 8 .00 am to 4.00 pm, Monday to Friday. Tipping Tipping is not customary, and may put the person tipped into a difficult position as they may feel obliged to return the present with another, as custom dictates Clothing The island atmosphere makes for informality, though very brief clothing is frowned upon in built up areas. During the day it is also appropriate to wear the pareu, a brightly coloured piece of material worn as a wrap around by both men and women. Similar materials are available in skirts, dresses and aloha shirts. Smart casual clothing is the norm when eating out. Electrical Appliances Electrical Power is 240 volts at 50 DC cycles, usually with a two- or three-point plug (same as Australia & New Zealand plugs). Some hotels have 110 volt AC plugs for shavers. Time The Cook Islands are just east of the International Dateline, which puts them ten hours behind Greenwich Mean Time and six hours behind New York. Water While the locals drink it from the tap, visitors might like to boil it or drink bottled water. In rural areas with no taps or treatment facilities, it is advisable to drink boiled or bottled water. Health Vaccinations are only required if arriving from an infected area. The Cook Islands are free from serious diseases and pests and dangerous plants and animals. However, visitors need to be cautious about sunburn, heat stroke and hypothermia. Medical Facilities Medical services are available 24 hours a day, and dental services during working hours on Rarotonga and Aitutaki. There is a modern, well-equipped hospital, a number of private medical practitioners and two pharmacies. Private facilities include : General: Dr. Noovao - Telephone 20835. Dentist: Phillip Nicholas - Telephone 20169 You can also access medical advice and assistance over the internet through : http://www.doctorglobal.com |
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