Rarotonga, Samoa & Tonga Today
From foreign aid to political comings and goings, read up on the big issues facing the Cook Islands, the Samoas and Tonga.
Polynesian migration, Christianity, colonial influences, independence… This region's history is a real ripping yarn.
A potent combo of centuries-old customs, strong family values and Christianity underpins local society.
Unravel Polynesian mythology, starring the two most important gods: Tangaroa, the all-powerful creator, and Maui, the wily and resourceful hero.
Time-honoured artistic traditions endure, from tapa cloth production and intricate weaving to ebullient dancing and vibrant fiafia nights.
It’s an endless summer of eating and drinking in Polynesia: expect fresh fish, root veggies (taro, cassava, kumara) and tropical fruit, plus a muddy, magical concoction called kava.