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		<title>The Cook Islands</title>
		<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/</link>
		<description>Providing detailed travel information about the beautiful Cook Islands. An idyllic paradise with a wealth of natural beauty, the Cook Islands is a top vacation destination. Snorkeling, diving and caving are among the many activities to enjoy here.</description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Providing detailed travel information about the beautiful Cook Islands. An idyllic paradise with a wealth of natural beauty, the Cook Islands is a top vacation destination. Snorkeling, diving and caving are among the many activities to enjoy here.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Providing detailed travel information about the beautiful Cook Islands. An idyllic paradise with a wealth of natural beauty, the Cook Islands is a top vacation destination. Snorkeling, diving and caving are among the many activities to enjoy here.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cook Islands - Geography &amp; Geology - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Located in the South Pacific, the Cook Islands is made up of 15 islands &amp; atolls. Divided into two groups, the Northern Group are coral atolls, while the Southern Group has volcanic origins. Rarotonga is the largest island &amp; Aitutaki, the smallest.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cook Islands History - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/history.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The Cook Islands has an interesting history worth reading about. Discovered by Spaniard Alvaro de Mendana, it was Captain James Cook who mapped out much of the Cook Islands. An independent country, the Cook Islands is under New Zealand sovereignty.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cook Islands Wildlife - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/wildlife.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The Cook Islands is one of the most biodiverse countries in the South Pacific. The landscape here is lush and teeming with beautiful flowering plants and plenty of trees. The best place to observe the wildlife of the Cook Islands is on Rarotonga.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Things to do - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/things-to-do.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[There are a plethora of activities to enjoy in the Cook Islands. Island night dance performances are a must out here, as are shopping and dining out in fine restaurants. Diving in the Cook Islands is one of the best activities to enjoy.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Getting to the Cook Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/getting-to.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Getting to the Cook Islands is easy as many international flights land here from all over the world. You can get to the Cook Islands by either boat or by plane. A cruise is a great way of getting to the Cook Islands.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Getting around the Cook Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/getting-around.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[You can get around the Cook Islands by plane or by boat. This island group is a wonderful area to explore. Planes are a more convenient option of getting around, whereas boats are ideal if you have plenty of time to spare.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cook Islands Accommodations - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/accommodations.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[A range of accommodations can be found in the Cook Islands. Besides hotels and resorts, lodges, cottages and cabins are also available for rent. Accommodations in the Cook Islands are good value for money and are located mainly on Rarotonga and Aitutaki.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Climate - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/climate.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The Cook Islands have sunny tropical weather most of the year. April, May, September, and October are considered as the best times to visit the Cook Islands weather-wise. It is bright and sunny during this period. December to March is cyclone season.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Diving in Cook Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/diving.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The Cook Islands offer some of the finest diving conditions in the world. The waters here are pristine and home to a wealth of marine life. Some of the best diving sites in the Cook Islands include, Muri Lagoon and the Avaroa Passage.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cook Islands Culture - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/culture.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The best way to enjoy the culture of the Cook Islands is by a song and dance performance like ura. Another way to explore the culture here would be through the many marae, woodcarvings and ceremonial adzes or axes found on the various Cook Islands.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cook Islands Activities - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/activities.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The Cook Islands is perfect if you want to enjoy a whole host of activities. Swimming, diving, snorkeling and kayaking are all popular here. Caving is excellent in the Cook Islands, along with activities like hiking, cruises and surfing.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gods &amp; Myths - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/myths-gods.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The myths and legends associated with the Cook Islands are fascinating. Many legends and stories are told through dance presentations in the Cooks, while various stories of gods and other deities are passed down from generation to generation.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cruises around the Cook Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/cruises-around.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Whale watching cruises and lagoon cruises are popular in the Cook Islands. The lagoon cruises around Aitutaki and Rarotonga are simply superb, while whale watching tours in the Cooks are truly incredible.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Suwarrow National Park - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/suwarrow-national-park.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[One of the most famous Cook Islands, Suwarrow Island is also a national park. Home to a unique array of birds and marine life, the Suwarrow Island National Park is a wonderful place to visit, especially for a short day trip.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Cook Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands/islands.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The Cook Islands is a group of 15 islands lying northeast of New Zealand and spread out over 2 million sq km. Formed millions of years ago, each of the Cooks islands are unique in their own right and are all wonderful vacation destinations.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Survivor Cook Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/survivor/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The largest and most important of the Cook Islands, Rarotonga is home to gorgeous beaches, soaring mountains and a spectacular lagoon. A wonderful vacation destination Rarotonga is also home to the capital of the Cook Islands, Avarua.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rarotonga Island - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Getting Around Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/getting-around.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Rarotonga is a great place to explore and easy to get around. The best way of getting around Rarotonga is by bus with most towns connected via a round-the-island bus service. Renting a car, moped or bicycle are other ways of getting around.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Accommodations on Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/accommodations.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The accommodations on Rarotonga are aplenty with numerous affordable hotels and resorts. Economical and inexpensive, the accommodations on Rarotonga are excellent with many motels, guest houses, villas, bungalows and lodges to stay at as well.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Hiking in Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/hiking.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Rarotonga has some excellent hiking opportunities with its densely forested and mountainous interior. There are numerous hiking and trekking trails all over the island, making Rarotonga a top notch hiking destination in the Cook Islands.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Diving &amp; Snorkeling in Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/diving-snorkeling.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Surrounded by a coral reef and with near perfect underwater conditions, the snorkeling and diving off Rarotonga is amazing. The wealth of marine life, sunken shipwrecks, caves and stunning coral add the wonder of diving and snorkeling here.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Fishing in Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/fishing.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The fishing off Rarotonga is truly world class. Ideal for the avid angler, the fishing here is excellent with plenty of game fish found in the area. The best part about fishing in Rarotonga is that some of the best angling is done just off the reef.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Surfing &amp; other Activities on Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/surfing-other-activities.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Surfing is another popular activity in Rarotonga along with sailing, kayaking, swimming and windsurfing. With a variety of activities to enjoy around the island, Rarotonga is a must visit destination. The surfing at Avana is the best.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Places to See on Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/places-to-see.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[An amazing island to tour, Rarotonga has plenty of places to see and explore. Of the most famous places to see on the island, the Parliament Building, the Arai-Te-Tonga Marae and the Cook Islands cultural village are all worth visiting.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rarotonga Entertainment &amp; Nightlife - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/entertainment-nightlife.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Rarotonga offers plenty of good entertainment and a lively nightlife for its tourists to enjoy. An Island Night performance is perhaps one of the best ways to enjoy a night out on Rarotonga, with most of the entertainment and bars found in Avarua.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rarotonga Shopping - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/shopping.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The shopping in Rarotonga is excellent with plenty of great deals to be had. From handicrafts to electronics, plenty of shopping can be done in the markets here. The best markets in Rarotonga have to be in the capital, Avarua.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Around Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/around-rarotonga.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[There are many places around Rarotonga also worth visiting. For some privacy head to the southern coast of the island, while Muri Beach in the east is a popular tourist destination. There are also plenty of quiet villages to enjoy around Rarotonga.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Takitumu Conservation Area Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/takitumu-conservation-area.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The Takitumu Conservation Area is a bird watchers paradise in Rarotonga. This reserve was created to protect the endangered endemic bird species of the island. With many trekking trails, the Takitumu Conservation Area is also home to lush forestation.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Avarua, Rarotonga - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga/avarua.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The capital of the Cook Islands, Avarua is also the main town on Rarotonga. A bustling lively place with a relaxed friendly ambiance, you can explore the entire of Avarua in a single day on foot, with several interesting places to see.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Aitutaki Island - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[One of the most beautiful islands in the South Pacific, Aitutaki is a fantastic vacation destination with its gorgeous blue lagoon and magnificent sunsets. An idyllic beach paradise Aitutaki is known for its fantastic diving and snorkeling.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Getting to &amp; Around Aitutaki - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll/getting-to-around.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Getting to and around Aitutaki is relatively simple and straightforward. Air Rarotonga flies to Aitutaki daily; with cargo boats also landing here regularly. Getting around Aitutaki is best done by rental car, scooter or motorcycle.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Aitutaki Beaches - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll/beaches.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Aitutaki has some of the most beautiful and unspoilt beaches in the Cook Islands. Tranquil and peaceful, the beaches on Aitutaki are an excellent place to kickback and relax or take a swim in the beautiful lagoon surrounding the island.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Snorkeling &amp; Diving in Aitutaki - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll/snorkeling-diving.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[With its spectacular blue lagoon, Aitutaki is a fantastic snorkeling and diving paradise. The crystal clear waters here are teeming with a wealth of marine life and coral, making diving in Aitutaki truly something special.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Aitutaki Other Activities - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll/other-activities.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Besides snorkeling and diving, Aitutaki offers plenty of other activities to enjoy. Kayaking, fishing and golfing are just some of the many things to do out here. While on Aitutaki one must try activity is exploring the many surrounding motu.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Lagoon Cruises around Aitutaki Atoll - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll/lagoon-cruises.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The best way to see and experience Aitutakis beautiful lagoon is to take a lagoon cruise. Home to a vast array of vibrant coral species and a profusion of marine life, the Aitutaki lagoon filled with a plethora of fish and other marine mammals.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Places to see on Aitutaki Atoll - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll/places-to-see.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[There are a number of places to see on Aitutaki including the many marae found here. Visit Maungapu the highest point on the island and Ootu Beach. The CICC on Aitutaki is also worth visiting as it was the first church to be built in the Cook Islands.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Accommodations on Aitutaki Atoll - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll/accommodations.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Aitutaki offers tourists here a number of accommodation options. There are plenty of hotels and resorts all over Aitutaki which range from the expensive to the affordable. You can even rent a home on Aitutaki if you wish to stay here longer.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Entertainment &amp; Shopping on Aitutaki Atoll - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>

			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll/entertainment-shopping.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The main entertainment on Aitutaki has to be the island night performances, which are rated as the best in the Cook Islands. The shopping on Aitutaki is also good with a number of shops selling excellent handicrafts and local goods.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Manuae Atoll - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/manuae-atoll/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Uninhabited and beautiful, the Manuae atoll is a protected marine reserve. The first Cook Island to be discovered by Captain Cook, the Manuae atoll is a significant breeding ground for a number of seabirds in the Central Pacific as well as sea turtles.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Atiu - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Atiu, Mauke and Mitiaro are also referred to as Nga Pu Toru or The Three Roots. Located close to one another, these three islands are very similar geographically and historically. Atiu is the largest island, with some excellent caving opportunities.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Getting to &amp; Around Atiu - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/getting-to-around-atiu.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[A popular tourist destination, Atiu is well connected to the rest of the Cook Islands. You can get to Atiu easily by air and by boat. Getting around is also very simple as well as mostly everything you need is located in the center of the island.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Caving on Atiu - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/caving-atiu.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The makatea on Atiu today is home to numerous limestone caves and fascinating stalagmite and stalactite formations. The caving here is excellent with a number of caves to explore. Atiu is a spelunkers dream destination.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Things to do on Atiu - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/things-to-do-atiu.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Caving is one of the most popular things to do in Mauke. While you are on the island also dont forget to visit the famous Divided Church. Click here for more things to do in Mauke.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Places to see on Atiu - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/places-to-see-on-atiu.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Atiu is has a number of interesting places that are definitely worth visiting. From beautiful beaches to ancient marae and coffee plantations, Atiu offers tourists ample opportunities to enjoy themselves. Click here to learn more about Atiu.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mauke - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/mauke.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Situated east of Atiu with Mitiaro to its northwest, Mauke is known for its excellent caving and spelunking opportunities. Similar to Atiu geologically, the limestone caves on Mauke are great places to explore.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Caving on Mauke - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/caving-on-mauke.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Caving on Mauke is excellent with many limestone caves to explore. One of the best caves to visit is the Vai Tango, which is fairly large and has a beautiful blue pool. Some other caving opportunities in Mauke can be found in the north of the island.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Places to See on Mauke - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/places-to-see-on-mauke.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[There are a number of places to see and explore on the tiny island of Mauke. Besides the many caves found here, the beaches on Mauke are rather pretty and worth visiting as are the marae that are found here. Keas Grave is also a popular place to see.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Things to do on Mauke - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/things-to-do-mauke.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Caving is one of the most popular things to do in Mauke. While you are on the island also don’t forget to visit the famous ‘Divided Church'. Find out more about things to do in Mauke.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Getting to &amp; Around Mauke - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/getting-to-around-mauke.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Mauke is known for its lovely beaches, excellent caves and great fishing. The best way to get here is by plane or by cargo boat. Getting around Mauke is pretty simple and you can explore the entire island in a single day!]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mitiaro - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/mitiaro.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Mitiaro is known for its warm and friendly population. There is only one village on the island and all the people live here. A popular activity on Mitiaro is caving, as it is similar geologically to Atiu and Mauke.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Places to See on Mitiaro - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/places-to-see-on-mitiaro.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The caves and beaches of Mitiaro are the best places to see on the island. A visit to the Vai Nauri Cave is a must with a lovely blue pool found here ideal for swimming. The cemeteries on Mitiaro are also interesting places to see.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Getting to &amp; Around Mitiaro - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/getting-to-around-mitiaro.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Mitiaro is a great destination for a short trip and is usually combined with a tour to Atiu and Mauke as well. The best way to get to Mitiaro is by plane, while exploring the island on foot is the best way to get around.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Accommodations on Atiu, Mauke &amp; Mitiaro - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro/accommodations.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[There are a number of affordable accommodations on Atiu, Mauke and Mitiaro where you can spend a few days. Lodges, cottages and guests houses are all available for rent on Atiu, Mauke and Mitiaro.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mangaia Island - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/mangaia/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The second largest of the Cook Islands, Mangaia is known for its rich lush greenery and tropical vegetation. Pineapples and Mangaian taro are two popular exports from Mangaia and are known throughout the Cook Islands.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Places to See on Mangaia - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/mangaia/places-to-see.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[A very beautiful island, much of Mangaias appeal lies in the fact that this island is less touristy. Here you will find rich green agricultural valleys to wander through and sheer cliffs to climb. Mangaia is also known for its excellent caves.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Caving on Mangaia - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/mangaia/caving.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Caving on Mangaia is fantastic as there are a number of caves found all over the island. These caves are very dramatic and beautiful with many interesting features. The best cave on Mangaia to tour has to be the Te Rua Rere.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Getting to &amp; Around Mangaia - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/mangaia/getting-to-around.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Pristine and uncrowded, Mangaia is an ideal retreat in the Cook Islands. The best way to get here is by airplane from Rarotonga. Once you land on Mangaia, getting around by motorbike is the ideal way to see the island.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Accommodations on Mangaia - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/mangaia/accommodations.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Mangaia is known for its lush vegetation, green valleys and dramatic caves. The accommodations here are quite good with most hotels located in Oneroa, the main town. Click here for more information on Mangaias accommodations.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Palmerston Atoll Island - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/palmerston-atoll/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Palmerston Atoll is the most isolated of the Cook Islands, sitting far west from the rest of the Southern Group. What is so unusual about Palmerston Atoll is that the entire population of the island are descendants of one man, William Marsters.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Northern Group - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/northern-group/default.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The Northern Group of the Cook Islands is made up of six coral atolls. All low lying islands, each of these atolls in the Northern Group has its own beauty and personality, making them all special and worth visiting in their own right.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Getting to &amp; Around the Northern Group - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/northern-group/getting-to-around.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The best way to get to the beautiful Northern Group is by air via Air Rarotonga, which offers flights to the atolls of Manihiki, Penrhyn and Pukapuka. To get around the Northern Group you will need to travel by boat from one atoll to the next.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Manikhiki Atoll - The Northern Group Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/northern-group/manikhiki-atoll.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The most well-known of the Northern Group, Manihiki is considered by many as one of the most gorgeous atolls in the South Pacific Ocean. Made up of 40 smaller islands, all of which lie in an enclosed lagoon, Manihiki is famous for its back pearls.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rakahanga Atoll - The Northern Group Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/northern-group/rakahanga-atoll.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Located north of the Manihiki Atoll in the Northern Group, lies the beautiful atoll of Rakahanga. Primarily known for its fine rito hats, the Rakahanga Atoll is an isolated and secluded getaway for the weary traveler.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Penrhyn Atoll - - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/northern-group/penrhyn-atoll.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Famous for its mother-of-pearl jewelry, Penrhyn Atoll is the northernmost atoll of the Cook Islands. The only Cook Island with no high chief or ariki, Penrhyn was used as an American airbase during World War II.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pukapuka Atoll - The Nothern Group Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/northern-group/pukapuka-atoll.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Located in the Northern Group, the Pukapuka Atoll is known for its excellent snorkeling and swimming. Historically linked to Samoa, due to its close geographical proximity, the people and culture of Pukapuka have a distinct Samoan influence.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Nassau Island - The Northern Group Islands - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/northern-group/nassau.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Nassau is one of the smallest of the Cook Islands. Not an atoll like the rest of the Northern Group, Nassau is actually a coral cay. It is also the most isolated of the Cook Islands.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Photo Gallery - Cook Islands Beaches - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/photo-gallery.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Beautiful pictures of Cood Islands beaches and resorts.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Site Map - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/sitemap.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Site Map - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cook Islands - Geography &amp; Geology - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cook-islands</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Located in the South Pacific, the Cook Islands is made up of 15 islands &amp; atolls. Divided into two groups, the Northern Group are coral atolls, while the Southern Group has volcanic origins. Rarotonga is the largest island &amp; Aitutaki, the smallest.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Photo Gallery - Cook Islands, Aitutaki Atoll Pictures - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/photo-gallery1.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Beautiful pictures of Cook Islands, Aitutaki Atoll and Atiu beaches and resorts.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Photo Gallery - Aitutaki, Rarotonga, Northern Group Islands Pictures - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/photo-gallery2.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Beautiful pictures of Aitutaki, Rarotonga, Northern Group Islands, Cook Islands beaches and other places.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Northern Group - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/northern-group</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The Northern Group of the Cook Islands is made up of six coral atolls. All low lying islands, each of these atolls in the Northern Group has its own beauty and personality, making them all special and worth visiting in their own right.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mangaia Island - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/mangaia</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The second largest of the Cook Islands, Mangaia is known for its rich lush greenery and tropical vegetation. Pineapples and Mangaian taro are two popular exports from Mangaia and are known throughout the Cook Islands.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Atiu - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/atiu-mauke-mitiaro</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Atiu, Mauke and Mitiaro are also referred to as Nga Pu Toru or The Three Roots. Located close to one another, these three islands are very similar geographically and historically. Atiu is the largest island, with some excellent caving opportunities.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Aitutaki Island - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/aitutaki-atoll</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[One of the most beautiful islands in the South Pacific, Aitutaki is a fantastic vacation destination with its gorgeous blue lagoon and magnificent sunsets. An idyllic beach paradise Aitutaki is known for its fantastic diving and snorkeling.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rarotonga Island - Go Visit Cook Islands]]></title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/rarotonga</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Rarotonga, Cook Islands, cook island, cookislands, cookisland">
	<META name="description" content="The largest and most important of the Cook Islands, Rarotonga is home to gorgeous beaches, soaring mountains and a spectacular lagoon. A wonderful vacation destination Rarotonga is also home to the capital of the Cook Islands, Avarua.]]></description>
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			<title>Travel Information Resources for The Cook Islands. Go Visit Cook Islands</title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/cookislands-links.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description>Travel information resources for the Cook Islands.</description>
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			<title>Link to Go Visit Cook Islands - Travel Information for the Cook Islands.</title>
			<link>http://www.govisitcookislands.com/link-to-us.asp</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2007 19:00:00 UTC</pubDate>
			<description>GoVisitCookIslands.com is a complete travel guide for the Cook Islands. We have tried to cover all the travel information from the history of the Cook Isalnds to the activitie.</description>
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