RAROTONGA
Personal Impressions
Danger! Goats crossing - on the main road to Avarua
The island's centre is a series of mountain ridges and peaks
"Island Night" is a must.  Most of the hotels host one and the performances are spectacular.  Unless you're a really adventurous eater though, you might want to pass on the "island night special menu".
Raro Records - recommended for that musical souvenir of the islands
Whatever ails you, ask for Barbara - she's friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable
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Democracy in the Islands

Parliament has two houses. The lower house or Legislative Assembly has 25 elected members - 24 from districts of the Cook Islands and one representing the many Cook Islanders who live overseas. The Members of Parliament represent districts and islands. The upper house, or House of Ariki, is made up of traditional leaders, who provide consultation and advice.  Her Majesty the Queen (Queen Elizabeth II) is Head of State

Learn more about Government in the islands by visiting the official Government web site. 
The Parliament building near the airport.

Population 12,188
26 sq mls
Parliament Building
island night 2
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