Atiu is a small Island in the South of the Cook Islands in the Pacific Ocean.  It is quiet and picturesque with large coffee and taro plantations.  Atiu has some really cool caves that are covered in Makatea (hardended coral) which are good to visit - although wear sturdy shoes as the makatea is very sharp!  The locals are very friendly and hospitable and are pleased to show visitors their island.  Often their is dancing and druming on the weekends and processions from church which are nice to see.  They also have lots of Umus, where men sit around drinking home brew out of coconut shells - similar to kava ceremonies in Fiji.  I was invited to one and sat for hours chatting with the locals and sharing their beer, it was only when I stood up I realised how drunk I was! I ended up passed out in bed by 7.30, not to shabby!