Now We're Cookin'

The Cook Islands have always been one of those destinations in the world that are such a familiar name, yet I really had no idea where they were.  I ran across them recently when, in the very late month of November, I began searching for a vacation spot to celebrate New Year’s.  Everything in Costa Rica and Belize (my first choice) was booked and so I turned to one of my favorite magazines, Budget Travel, to find some last minute deals.

The Cook Islands, as it turns out, are in the South Pacific – a location I always considered too far and too expensive to visit.  But this is simply not true.  I learned that Air New Zealand can get you there on an easy overnight flight from LA and that accommodations are actually quite affordable.  I ended up booking through South Sea Adventures who hooked me and my girlfriend up with airfare and eight nights in a beach bungalow with breakfast included for just over $2200 each.  This was a great deal considering I was flying Christmas night and returning just after New Year’s.

So, please take a moment to sign on the next couple of days to read a series of posts about this fantastic location.  You won’t regret it. 

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