Useful Information

Power Supply

In the Cook Islands they use a three pin type of plug (as shown)

The output is 240 Volts with a Frequency of 50 Hertz.

Telephone
Connection

In the Cook Islands the standard telephone connection plug is the Australian Telstra (as shown)

International and National Dialing Codes

To call a number in Avarua from outside the country dial

International Dialing Code + 682 + Number

To call a number in Avarua from inside the country dial

Number

To call a number outside the Cook Islands dial

00 + Country Code + Area Code + Number

Climate	The Cook Islands have a warm, humid tropical climate
	Summer Autumn winter Spring	December to February - average day time temperature 28ºC March to May - average day time temperature 27ºC June to August - average day time temperature 25ºC September - November - average day time temperature 26ºC
	Temperatures in Summer can reach as high as 32ºC and in winter as low as 19ºC The wettest months of the year are between December and March.

Currency	The New Zealand Dollar is the legal tender of the Cook Islands. There are 100 cents to the Dollar.

	Notes are issued in denominations of	$100 $50 $20 $10 $5	Coins are issued in denominations of	$2 $1 50c 20c 10c 5c
	Most foreign currency and traveller's cheques are easily exchanged at the airport and banks. Most major credit cards are accepted throughout the country.

What to wear

In the Cook Islands due to the tropical climate light clothing such as shorts, tee shirts and sandals are recommended. Being in the tropics, it is always advisable to have a rain coat handy. A jacket or jumper may be required at night when the temperature drops. Be warned, nude and/or topless bathing is not permitted in these islands

Visas

International visitors to the Cook Islands are required to be in possession of a valid passport and proof of onward journey (prepaid) with a stay not exceeding 31 days. Visas for extended (up to six months) stays are required and should be sought upon arrival from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration. Stays of longer than six months need to be approved prior to arrival.

Health

International visitors to the Cook Islands are advised to have vaccinations before travelling to this area Check with your local doctor or view the CDC web site for further information. Medical services are available at medical centres and the hospital. Travellers are advised to have medical travel insurance.