Overview

• Oliver Widger, 29, quit his six-figure corporate job after a Klippel-Feil syndrome diagnosis to pursue a solo sailing journey with his cat, Phoenix.
• He departed from Warrenton Marina, Oregon, on April 30, aiming to sail around the world, with Hawaii as his first destination.
• Widger has faced significant challenges on the voyage, including storms, a rudder failure, and a leaking Hydrovane bolt, which he successfully repaired on day 18 of the trip.
• Through daily updates on Instagram and TikTok enabled by Starlink, Widger has gained over a million followers captivated by his journey and unconventional companionship with Phoenix.
• He is currently preparing for arrival in Honolulu, which will include quarantine procedures for his cat as part of Hawaii's regulations.