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Fast Facts - Cook Islands |
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Fast Facts
Climate in the Cook Islands is moderate to tropical.Temperatures average with a high of around 25°C in winter and 29°C in summer.
Clothing is casual summerwear although pack a light sweater or jacket for the cooler evenings. Brief swimwear should be kept to beaches or poolside.
Currency is the New Zealand dollar, but Cook Islands also issue their own banknotes and coinage.The $3 notes and triangular $2 can fascinate children with their holiday spending money!
Cook Islands Maori or Maori Kuki Airani is the most widely spoken language. In addition, English is almost universally spoken and understood.
If you wish to hire a scooter or car you'll need to get a local licence so check on times to complete a short test at the Police Station in Rarotonga.
Tipping is not a local custom and may offend.
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