Oliver Widger, known online as "sailing_with_phoenix," was greeted by Hawaii Gov. Josh Green at the Waikiki Yacht Club on ...

An Oregon man who quit his job at a tire company and liquidated his retirement savings to set sail for Hawaii with his cat ...

An Oregon man who quit his job at a tire company and liquidated his retirement savings to set sail for Hawaii with his cat, Phoenix, reached his destination Saturday, welcomed by cheering fans at the ...

Widger, who went viral for quitting his job and setting sail with his cat, Phoenix, has completed his 25-day voyage from ...

Oliver Widger, an Oregon native, left his job and sailed to Hawaii with his cat, Phoenix. Documenting the journey online, Widger inspired many, despite challenges like a rudder failure. He was greeted ...

Oliver Widger makes journey to Hawaii with his cat 'Phoenix', after being diagnosed with Klippel Feil Syndrome, a rare condition that can lead to paralysis.

Oliver Widger says he decided to chase his sailing dream after being diagnosed with a neck issue that could ultimately ...

An Oregon man and his cat have captured hearts worldwide by embarking on a weeks-long, 2,400-mile journey to Hawaii. Thousands gathered to welcome Oliver Widger, 29, and ...

By Steven Kurutz Last spring, Oliver Widger quit his corporate job of 11 years, liquidated his 401(k) and bought a sailboat. His goal: to set sail from his home in Oregon and voyage around the ...

A 29-year-old former tire shop manager who quit his job and cashed in his retirement savings to buy a sailboat has become a ...