Pacific Island Paradises

— C o o k I s l a n d s — – 24 – www.paradises.com PO Box 483, Rarotonga COOK ISLANDS Tel: +682 22415 Fax: +682 24415 Email: holiday@clubraro.co.ck www.clubraro.co.ck C L U B R A R O Club Raro is situated on the northern coast of Rarotonga among beautiful shady palms, tropical gardens and is within close proximity to Rarotonga's major events and attractions. The newly refurbished Club Raro features 68 rooms in various surroundings, either amidst tropical gardens, by the freshwater pool or along the lagoon front with views of the Pacific Ocean. Rooms are appointed with Polynesian décor, offering a tropical ambience. Accommodation is simple but spacious and clean and offers all the necessary in- room amenities such as air-conditioning, a refrigerator, tea/coffee facilities and room service from 8am-9pm. All inclusive packages are available that include daily breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as non- alcoholic beverages. The Palms Restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, offering a variety of sumptuous international and local cuisine. The poolside Ocean View Pool Bar is a tropical treat offering an array of delicious cuisines. Take in views of the sparkling lagoon while sipping your tropical cocktail, enjoy a quick bite from the daytime casual menu, or an evening meal from the à la carte menu. The Sunday evening roast is not to be missed. Club Raro offers guests a swimming pool, complimentary tennis facilities as well as scooter and bike rental. There is also a tour desk to book a choice of exciting tours and excursions such as scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, 4WD mountain safari or a scenic aeroplane excursion, to name a few. For something more relaxing, a soothing, pampering massage can also be arranged. PO Box 82, Rarotonga COOK ISLANDS Tel: +682 29200 Email: villas@sokala.co.ck www.sokalavillas.com S O K A L A V I L L A S On a stunning absolute beachfront location, discover a romantic getaway on the northern shore of Rarotonga's famous Muri Lagoon. Tropical island getaway Popular with honeymooners, couples and individuals seeking a tropical island getaway, Sokala consists of four beachfront and three lagoon view villas. Each villa has a well-appointed kitchenette and four have their own swimming pool. Private spacious timber decks offer stunning views across the turquoise lagoon and the picturesque offshore islands. You will be just a few steps from the tranquil turquoise lagoon where you can snorkel by day and relax with a drink at sunset. Small paddle boats are available for guests or take a short stroll along Muri Beach to sign up for a stand-up paddleboarding lesson and hire, spend an hour learning how to take command of a sailboat, or take a leisurely cruise along Muri Lagoon on a glass-bottom boat to snorkel at a marine sanctuary and afterwards enjoy a barbecue on one of the motu. There are plenty of fantastic eateries within easy walking distance and a small store with a good range of food items is just a few hundred metres away. Those wanting to travel into Avarua to stock up at the supermarket and shop at the larger stores can hop on the Cook's Island Bus that circles the island twice an hour along the main road. Romantic beachside wedding The villas are especially popular with honeymooners and Sokala's location, with its lagoon backdrop, offers an idyllic setting for a romantic beachside wedding.

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