Overview

• Oliver Widger, 29, sailed 2,000 miles from Oregon to Hawaii with his cat Phoenix, documenting the journey on social media.
• He was welcomed at the Waikiki Yacht Club by cheering fans and Hawaii Governor Josh Green, who presented him with a proclamation.
• Widger left his corporate job after being diagnosed with Klippel-Feil syndrome, a condition that increases the risk of paralysis, and taught himself to sail using YouTube tutorials.
• The voyage included challenges such as a rudder failure but also featured highlights like encounters with dolphins and serene ocean views.
• Widger is now planning his next adventure, potentially sailing to French Polynesia, after repairing his boat.