Cook Islands tourism operators and businesses say they are primed for a return of Kiwi visitors after this week's bubble opening and expect Air New Zealand to respond to any increases to travel demand. After over a year, New Zealanders are finally able to travel to the Cook Islands without having to quarantine. 123RF The president of the Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council, Liana Scott, said the bubble would be a big boost. READ MORE:* Covid-19: Everything you need to know about the Cook Islands travel bubble* Cook Islands travel bubble set to inflate on May 17* A plea from the Cook Islands - open a travel bubble nowAustralians heading to the Cook Islands will need to spend at least 14 days in New Zealand first. The president of the Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council, Liana Scott, said while the islands wouldn't reach peak tourism levels, the bubble would be a big boost and offered light at the end of tunnel for the economy.

Source: Stuff May 16, 2021 23:03 UTC