Watch Grandma Wendys Trip to Cook Islands https://theladybugtravels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Cook-Islands.mp4 The Cook Islands: Paradise in the Pacific Just a four-hour flight from New Zealand, the Cook Islands offer a tropical escape full of turquoise waves, golden shores, coral reefs vibrant with color, and the warmest island hospitality. Crossing the International Dateline adds a special touch—New Zealand is the first to welcome the New Year, while the Cook Islands are among the last. So in a way, you’re traveling through time! For me, it was romantic, adventurous, and unforgettable. Here are just a few of the highlights you can experience in this Pacific paradise. Whales, Waves & Ocean Magic From our private porch overlooking the ocean, I saw my very first whale rise from the water—a breathtaking moment I captured on …
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