Pacific Island Paradises

COOK ISLANDS Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel & Villas Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel is located in the village of Titikaveka on Rarotonga's stunning southern coast on a 10-kilometre stretch of white sandy beach. Moana Sands Beachfront Villas Located just four kilometres from the hotel, nestled on the white sandy beach of the neighbouring village is Moana Sands Beachfront Villas. This absolute beachfront 17-room boutique hotel provides a tranquil island atmosphere where, from your own private balcony or patio, enjoy the views of the white sandy beach and crystal clear lagoon teeming with colourful marine life. All rooms are air-conditioned and provide guests with their own small kitchenette facility. Each of the six purpose built villas has two air-conditioned bedrooms, two bathrooms and a spacious lounge/dining/ kitchen facility. Just like the hotel, every villa has absolutely stunning views of the beach and lagoon. Sands Restaurant & Bar, the on-site restaurant, is open daily for breakfast and dinner and offers beachside dining in the evenings (weather permitting). Alternatively the lovely barbecue area on the beach is the perfect spot to mingle with other guests and enjoy a casual meal. Adjacent to the villas, Taikura Shops offer an on-site café, PasifikArt store that sells locally made products plus Moana Sands' Hibiscus Beauty Spa that offers relaxing massages as well as hair, skin and/or nail treatments. Directly opposite the villas is Wigmore's' supermarket open daily for all your general grocery needs, and there are also two popular local restaurants within a five-minute walk. Just like the hotel, guests at the villas also have access and use of a beach barbecue for a simple and easy casual meal. Both properties provide guests with complimentary snorkelling equipment and kayaks along with some friendly tips on the best spots to see the myriad of amazing tropical fish. Bicycles are also available for hire where children and adults alike can explore the island. The wedding of your dreams Working closely with Wedded Bliss Rarotonga, Rarotonga's leading wedding co-ordinators, Moana Sands will happily customise the wedding of your dreams. Exchange your vows by the edge of the brilliant blue lagoon as the sun sets on another day in paradise. The friendly team at Moana Sands will welcome you with a big 'Kia Orana' and a smile from the heart. Box 1007, Titikaveka, Rarotonga COOK ISLANDS Tel: +682 26189 Fax: +682 22189  Email: beach@moanasands.co.ck  www.moanasands.co.ck www.paradisesonline.com  25

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