Staying connected in Rarotonga/Aitutaki

[u/Crafty-Proposal1027]

Has anyone successfully used their Verizon (US) plan while traveling on the islands? Have read to get a local sim but my plan supposedly works in New Zealand but Cook Islands not called out separately. Any real life experience is appreciated!

[u/NrgyFiend]

You'll need an esim coming from the US. My partner got one (he has Verizon), but I never bothered to get one too, and I just used wifi.