Media Features, Travel Guides & Global Recognition
Pacific Resort Hotel Group Media Features
Pacific Resort Hotel Group has been featured across television, travel guides and online publications. These features showcase Pacific Resort Rarotonga, Pacific Resort Aitutaki, Little Polynesian Resort and Te Manava Luxury Villas.
Television Features
Channel 9’s Travel Guides featured Pacific Resort Rarotonga and Pacific Resort Aitutaki, highlighting the resorts’ lagoons and beaches.
On Sunrise Australia (Channel 7), Pacific Resort appeared as a recommended international holiday destination. View the feature.
Meanwhile, 10 News Sydney presenter Tim Bailey showcased the Cook Islands and Pacific Resort properties during a travel segment. Watch the full feature here.
The US game show The Price is Right also featured Pacific Resort Aitutaki as a destination prize.
Online Media & Publications
Pacific Resort Hotel Group also features in a range of online media and travel publications. For example, CEO Marcus Niszow discussed his leadership approach and vision for the Group in SV Business & Hospitality Leaders.
Travel publications have also highlighted our resorts. Pacific Resort Rarotonga appeared in RACQ’s The Road Ahead: Your guide to a family friendly holiday in the Cook Islands, following author Rachael Grohn’s recent travels.
In addition, People Magazine featured Pacific Resort Aitutaki as the honeymoon destination for Crystal Harris and James Ward, highlighting its beachfront setting and warm hospitality.
UNILAD Adventure also included Little Polynesian Resort in a list of notable island escapes. Meanwhile, Northabroad Travel Blog reviewed Pacific Resort Aitutaki, noting its lagoon views and local environment.
The Cook Islands Pocket Guide has featured Pacific Resort properties several times, including in its “Best Resorts on Rarotonga” guide.
Our connection to the Cook Islands has also inspired The Elastic Island Adventures: Rarotonga – Special Edition, a children’s book published by Duckling Publishing. View the book here.
International coverage includes The Los Angeles Times, which highlighted the Cook Islands as a travel destination.
Awards & Accolades
Pacific Resort Hotel Group properties continue to receive recognition through regional and international tourism awards.
Cook Islands People’s Choice & Air New Zealand Tourism Awards
Pacific Resort Hotel Group properties received four awards at the 2026 World Travel Awards, recognising achievements across Rarotonga and Aitutaki. Read the full announcement.
2026 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards
LUX Life Resorts and Retreats Awards
Together, these media features and awards reflect the Group’s presence across regional and international television, online media and travel publications.