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  • Tink-n-Peter
    Ellensburg, WA43 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The was the best opportunity to purchase souvenirs of our trip, and some of the booths benefited local charities. Soap, sarongs (pareu), notecards, shirts, jewelry, and lots more. We learned that not all the items for sale are actually from Rarotonga or the Cook Islands. Food and fresh coconuts. Be prepared for a line at the atm. Parking was messy, but there were plenty of spots on the main road a short walk away.
    Written 30 October 2024
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  • Kerirex
    Auckland, New Zealand61 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Coming towards end of season so not so many food trucks, stall to choose from, however, what was there was fabulous. We sampled a couple of dishes and were not disappointed. We chose our food by the length of the people waiting in line!
    Written 26 November 2024
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  • Lynda D
    Auckland, New Zealand76 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Something lovely to view whilst its a rainy windy day or to have a break out of the sun. Love the reflection of the island and beautiful work in colours.
    Written 7 November 2017
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  • 963Marie
    Lower Hutt, New Zealand8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This well-established Jeweler specializes in the Cook Island Black Pearls. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Assisted us without any 'hard sell' and went out of their way to ensure we were happy with our purchase. This was a very special purchase to mark our 30th Wedding Anniversary and it was made complete by their professionalism and attention to detail. I highly recommend.
    Written 28 July 2023
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  • matthewra
    mathewra174 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is great place. They have an "honesty box" where you leave your money. We never saw anyone at the container which serves as the "shop"

    There is a simple sign "Art" painted in white on a black board with an arrow on the main road pointing up the short walk... Do not miss it
    Written 7 February 2019
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  • Rusty Sage
    Hobart, Australia111 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The authenticity of the couple who own it. They are both very talented and humble people. Thank you so much
    Written 7 February 2022
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  • Gardengirl212
    Sydney, Australia1,331 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Took advantage of an overcast rainy day to visit art galleries, museums and shops. The Little Red Gallery was a lovely place with some amazing art. Worth a visit.
    Written 6 November 2023
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  • Terry P
    25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Thank you to Luke and Martha who recently assisted me in choosing the perfect pearl necklace, I love it! The quality and service is what makes this store different from the rest on the island.
    Written 10 February 2019
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  • Al W
    Los Altos, CA1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bought a turtle necklace and it is my favorite,they will also carve your name or anything you want for free.I had Rarotonga 2019 on mine.
    Written 22 November 2019
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  • Daley_10
    Lower Hutt, New Zealand240 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dropped by here - checked out the lovely shop and sampled some out of this world fudge wow but golly rich as. Further into the shop is the ice cream bar and that for around $5.00 blew us away, we struggled to eat the whole ice cream it was so big. They also make their own waffle cones - totally worth a visit. The perfumes although lovely I thought was very expensive however the souvenirs on display - you could get a good bargin.
    Written 1 October 2022
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  • 3 Amigos
    Brisbane, Australia76 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutely gorgeous building. Loved the building alone let alone some beautiful artwork. Really lovely local artist pieces. Very reasonably priced pearls too and a lovely looking cafe out the back.
    Written 3 April 2024
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  • JaneneKerry
    Negombo, Sri Lanka72 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A great little shop with such a wonderful assortment of items. They have such a range of things from pillow cover to books to bed spreads. The owner is very interesting to chat with about Island life.
    Written 11 December 2023
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  • Zoe W
    13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I stumbled on their stall today at the Sat market in Avarua. What absolute luck. The owner's daughter's frank, explicit, knowledgeable explanations about their Black Pearl farming production, her family's history in the industry, their future hopes... lead me to buy there and then. I had no intention to before she began patiently to hold my interest. Thank you for a wonderful experience. I may forget, regretfully, some of the facts & figures, but the feeling of respect for these farmers (holding onto principles of best quality from traditional methods) will always remain, especially when I wear my Manihiki Black Pearls. Zoe, Somerset, UK. Sydney, Australia.
    Written 17 September 2023
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  • karen d
    17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We has a spa at our hotel which was amazing and they used this product.
    Made my skin feel wonderful.
    Reasonably priced , all natural products that you find in the cook islands, my friend and I bought the products to bring home
    Written 8 September 2023
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