Rarotonga is the largest of the Cook Islands, and its Muri Lagoon beachfront — just 15-minutes drive from the airport — is the setting for the Rumours resort. Book a huge self-catering villa with a four-poster bed, a projector with surround sound for movie nights under the stars and your own courtyard with a tiered pool and rocky waterfalls. The resort has a private beach, BBQ facilities, a saltwater pool and the multi-award-winning Waterfall Day Spa. While there isn’t a restaurant or bar on site, this maintains a quiet, private vibe, and there are plenty of fantastic places to eat and drink nearby.