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1. Bergman & Sons (The Pearl Shop)
Mike and Marge Bergman and sons Trevor and Ben helped pioneer the pearl industry in the Cook Islands, and their shops (plus Beachcomber Ltd.) are...
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2. Paka's Pearls
Cook Islander Paka Worthington attended American University in Washington, D.C. His specialties are tension-set designs (where tension, instead...
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3. Island Crafts
This large store next to Westpac Bank has been Rarotonga's best place to shop for handicrafts since 1943. It has the island's largest selection...
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4. The Dive Centre - The Big Fish
- The Dive Centre - The Big Fish This is a Zenbu Zone where you can either use your own laptop or use the existing terminal in their shop. open from... read more
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5. Aroa Marine Reserve
- one of the best snorkeling spots on the island, shallow, safe and full of fish.. you might see, butterfly fish, bluefin trevallys, octopus, parrot... read more
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6. Punanga Nui Market
The vendor stalls in this waterfront municipal market are the best places to look for tie-dyed bedspreads and tablecloths. You can also find good...
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7. Kenwall Gallery
Operated by Canadian-born Lorna Walters, this gallery opposite Punanga Nui Market is the best place to shop for oil and watercolor paintings by...
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8. Perfumes of Rarotonga
Although their plant is at Matavera on the east coast, this showroom in the Cook's Corner shops displays perfumes, soaps, body lotions, shampoos,...
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9. Ellena Tavioni
Check out Ellena Tavioni's workshop for one of the island's best selections of block-printed swimwear, sundresses, and other items for men, women,...
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10. Beachcomber, Ltd
This upscale establishment is worth a stop just to see the renovation of its 1843-vintage coral-block school house. Owned by Bergman & Sons , it...
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Rarotonga. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
