The Cook Islands is a self-governing country in free association with New Zealand. It comprises 15 islands with a total land area of only 237square kilometres spread over two million square kilometres of ocean. It is located between its fellow Polynesian neighbours of Samoa and French Polynesia.
Can US citizens live in the Cook Islands?
To live and work in the Cook Islands you will require an entry permit with permission to work. To satisfy criteria to obtain a work permit you must be sponsored by a person or organisation in the Cook Islands agreeing to your employment. Details for a work permit here.
Does the US recognize the Cook Islands?
Today, I am proud to announce that the United States recognizes the Cook Islands as a sovereign and independent state and will establish diplomatic relations between our two nations.
Is Cook Island an English speaking country?
The Cook Islands is a self-governing nation in free association with New Zealand, which means Cook Islanders are New Zealand citizens who can live, work and travel freely in both countries. There are two official languages: English and Cook Islands Māori, also known as Rarotongan, which is spoken by over 20,000 people.
Is Cook Island cheap?
The most expensive portion of your trip to the Cook Islands is getting there. But once there, it's easy to find cheap places to eat and things to do. The best way to keep within your budget is to travel like a local. Penny-pinching travelers will appreciate the favorable exchange rate.
Do you need a passport for Cook Islands?
What is the cheapest time of year to fly to Cook Islands?
Typically, the cheapest time to fly to Rarotonga is between December and March, during the wet season.
Does Cook Islands speak English?
The official languages of the Cook Islands include English and Cook Islands Māori (or "Rarotongan"). Cook Islands Maori and its dialectic variants are closely related to both Tahitian and to New Zealand Māori. The language of Pukapukan is also spoken and is closely related to the Samoan language.
Are the Cook Islands close to Hawaii?
The Cook Islands lies halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii, boasting an idyllic climate, endless adventure, romance and pure relaxation.
How do you get to Cook Islands from the US?
The only way to get there is to fly to Rarotonga (the largest island), and historically, there are only a handful of destinations in New Zealand, Australia and the United States with direct flights to Rarotonga. Depending on where you're travelling from, the journey could be quite long (and expensive).
What ethnicity are people from the Cook Islands?
Ethnic groupsAccording to the most recent 2016 census, 78.2% of Cook Islanders are of Cook Island Māori descent, 7.62% are Part-Māori from the native Polynesian people of the islands and 14.18% other ethnic origins.
What country owns the Cook Islands?
New ZealandCook Islands is located between French Polynesia and American Samoa. It comprises 15 islands and has a population of around 17,500. It is self-governing in 'free association' with New Zealand. Cook Islands is part of the Realm of New Zealand and the Head of State is the King of New Zealand.