Rarotonga.co.nz Island Journal https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/ Independent Rarotonga and Cook Islands travel advice. en-nz Sat, 03 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0000 What's on in Rarotonga in October 2026 https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rarotonga-october-events-2026.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rarotonga-october-events-2026.html Sun, 13 Sep 2026 01:00:00 +0000 World Food Day, Gospel Day and Sunset Sessions, with practical October transport, dining and booking advice. Round Rarotonga Road Race 2026 visitor guide https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/round-rarotonga-road-race-2026.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/round-rarotonga-road-race-2026.html Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Race week, where to stay, getting around and practical planning for participants and supporters. Is two nights in Aitutaki enough? https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/aitutaki-two-nights.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/aitutaki-two-nights.html Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Why two nights can be the sweet spot between a one-day taste and a full second holiday. What to do when it rains in Rarotonga https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rainy-day-rarotonga.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rainy-day-rarotonga.html Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 A practical guide to making a good island day when the forecast turns wet. Five things worth booking before you fly to Rarotonga https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/book-before-you-fly.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/book-before-you-fly.html Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Book the few things that can shape the trip, then leave room for flexibility. The best Rarotonga area for your first trip https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/best-area-first-trip.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/best-area-first-trip.html Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Muri, Titikaveka, Aroa, Arorangi and Avarua compared for a first trip. Rarotonga weather in October: what to expect https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rarotonga-weather-october.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rarotonga-weather-october.html Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:00:00 +0000 October weather context, packing guidance and advice for checking current conditions. Sunday in Rarotonga: what to do and what changes https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rarotonga-sunday-guide.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rarotonga-sunday-guide.html Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Build Sunday around church harmonies, beach time and a relaxed meal. Rarotonga without a car: can you actually do it? https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rarotonga-without-a-car.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/rarotonga-without-a-car.html Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:00:00 +0000 How the bus, accommodation area and desired flexibility shape a car-free holiday. Muri Night Market: what to know before you go https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/muri-night-market-guide.html https://www.rarotonga.co.nz/blog/muri-night-market-guide.html Wed, 26 Aug 2026 03:00:00 +0000 A practical first-timer guide to Muri Night Market.