Niue Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
island country in the South Pacific Ocean in free association with New Zealand
About Niue
Niue's remoteness, as well as cultural and linguistic differences between its Polynesian inhabitants and those of theCook Islands, have led to it being separately administered. It is self-governing in free association with New Zealand since 1974, with Niue fully responsible for domestic affairs, and New Zealand asked to retain responsibility for foreign affairs and defence. The population of the island continues to drop (from a peak of 5,200 in 1966 to 1,611 at thelast census in 2011) with substantial emigration toNew ZealandandAustralia. The economy suffers from the typical Pacific island problems of geographic isolation, few resources, and a small population. Government expenditures used to exceed revenues, with the shortfall made up by critically needed grants from New Zealand that were
Top Attractions in Niue
Explore the best things to see and do in Niue:
- ★Anapala Chasm
- ★Avaiki Cave
- ★Huvalu Forest Conservation Area
- ★Liku Sea Track and Cave
- ★Matapa Chasm
- ★Niue Dive
- ★Peniamina's Ladies Weaving Group
- ★Talava Arches
Where to Eat in Niue
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Crazy Uga Cafe
- 🍴Double M Butchery
- 🍴Falala Fa Cafe & Bar
- 🍴Garden of Nur Bakery
- 🍴Gill's Indian Restaurant & Takeaway
- 🍴Jenna's De La Cuisine
Where to Stay in Niue
- 🏨Coral Gardens Motel
- 🏨Kololi's Guesthouse
- 🏨Lanutahi Holiday Apartments
- 🏨Matavai Motel
- 🏨Matavai Resort
- 🏨Namukulu Cottages & Spa
Niue Travel Guide Sections
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