The sun, sand and the sea are nature's bounties and native to the Cook Islands. Half way between Fiji and Tahiti in the South Pacific ocean, the Cook Islands are a paradise in the true sense of the word. With sparkling blue water, golden sand and a rich marine life ? the islands have everything that can appeal to a traveler's sense of beauty and romance. When you add Club Raro Resort to the picture, you end up sleeping in nature's lap and drinking from luxury's cup.

The location of the resort is splendid enough to drive all other thoughts out of one's mind; but it's the approach and friendliness of the locals and the staff of the resort that really makes one forget one's worries. Within a short time you go from being a guest to becoming a friend, well in keeping with the resort's motto: Arrive as a guest, leave as friend. The resort claims that over 40% of their guests come back for three main reasons: 1) the location, 2) the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff and 3) the relatively low cost of the entire getaway. It is easy to see why people would pick Club Raro Resort a second time.

Club Raro Resort very beautifully mixes the natural beauty of the island and actually uses it in such a way as to give its visitors the maximum exposure to the island's magnificence. From rooms with three different views: the lagoon, the garden and the poolside, to a dining deck overlooking the expanse of the water and tours of the island ? Club Raro Resort thinks up every possible way to let you enjoy nature in the easiest way possible. Add to all this ? the most exhaustive menu that you can find. When it comes to food and drink ? you just can't beat the resort. You will end up wishing you stayed more just so you could eat more. The Palms restaurant not only has chefs specializing in local and international cuisines, but hosts a la carte buffets, pirate night buffet, BBQ buffet and not to mention the happy hours at the pool side bar ? Splash some water, sip some cocktail.

As if this wasn't enough ? there's more: Want to get married? Club Raro Resort can arrange for that as well. What could be more romantic than exchanging vows on a beach, surrounded by your friends and a local traditional band, as the sun sets over the Pacific? The resort takes care of the registration and the ceremonial arrangements (including a minister). Later on, pop open a complimentary bottle of champagne and then head to the luxurious honeymoon suite. Could there be a more romantic start to your life together?