Cook Islands: Luxury Family Travel

Is your family in need of ultimate relaxation mixed with adventure? If you’re looking for something a little off the beaten track, the Cook Islands have exactly what you need. Lay your feet in the beautiful white sandy beaches, breathe in the salty ocean air, and enjoy some time under the sun. The 15 islands of the Cooks lie halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii, scattered across 1.2 million square miles of breathtaking ocean. Enjoy a warm welcome as you let stress and worry wash away with each step.

Here are 4 of our favorite Cook Islands resorts for families:

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Enjoy time cooling off in the calm blue waters. Image courtesy of Pacific Resort Rarotonga

The Cook Islands can be both a romantic getaway and a fun family destination. Pacific Resort Rarotonga offers one of the best kids clubs, packed with plenty of exciting activities for kiddos ages 6 to 12. While the parents get a little down time, the kids can have fun building sand castles, coconut husking, basket weaving, and so much more!

Crown Beach

The calming beaches at Crown Beach Resort & Spa are enticing. Image courtesy of Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Bringing the kids along? Crown Beach has the best beachfront villas! Perfect for families with teenagers, the villas include beachfront access, a full kitchen, private outdoor lounging area, private pool, and lagoon-facing balcony. Everything you may need for a luxurious family vacation is located, conveniently, within the 2-bedroom villa—making your stay effortless and relaxing.

Little Polynesian Resort

The stunningly blue pool looks onto the blue ocean and white sandy beach. Image courtesy of Little Polynesian Resort

Little Polynesian Resort is the perfect destination for families with kids ages 15+. Here, it’s all about relaxation and enjoying the serene environment of the Cook Islands. If you’re craving more adventure, the Little Polynesian Resort offers cultural shows and hikes to cafes and restaurants to expand your vacation past the beach. Take a look at our sample Little Polynesian Resort package to get a taste of your next vacation!

Pacific Resort Aitutaki


Relax at the pool or head over to the white sandy beach to wade your toes in the water. Image courtesy of Pacific Resort

Pacific Resort Aitutaki has accommodations for the entire family, offering activities for kids of all ages. From a village visit to a lagoon cruise, everyone is sure to find an activity to enjoy; they even offer a Kids Club when the parents want some relaxation time!


Are you ready to take your family to the Cook Islands? Give us a call today at (312) 951-8517 and let our luxury travel designers handcraft your dream vacation.