For clients who feel most at home on or near the ocean, Hawai‘i delivers in ways few destinations can match. The islands come alive this summer with water sports competitions, cultural ocean traditions, and new resort experiences that put the Pacific front and center. Here are the experiences and events worth sharing with your clients now.

On O‘ahu, the ocean is not just a backdrop, it is the main event. Outrigger Resorts and Hotels presents Outrigger Zone Day at the Waikīkī Aquarium on 28 June, a morning of ocean education, conservation, and community connection featuring live music and hands-on conservation-themed activities. For clients who simply want to take in the water in style, the newly opened Casamigos House of Friends at Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort offers sunset and ocean views from the 37th floor, open daily from 4 to 9 p.m.

On the Island of Hawai‘i, the Great Waikoloa Rubber Duckie Race on 24 July is a lighthearted, fun option for families, with more than 10,000 rubber duckies racing across the lake at Waikoloa Beach Resort’s Kings’ Shops. Entertainment, keiki (children) activities, and merchant offers round out the day — an easy recommendation for multigenerational groups looking for something playful and distinctly local.

On Kaua‘i, the Hanalei Bay Swim Challenge on 25 July offers one of the most scenic open-water swim venues in the world, with gentle waters and a sandy bottom that welcome participants of various ages and skill levels from around the globe. The World Open Water Swimming Association has recognized it as one of the Top 100 American Open Water Swims — a strong credential to share with athletic clients seeking a meaningful experience to anchor their trip.

The 27th Molokai 2 O‘ahu Paddleboard World Championships on 26 July is one of the most prestigious paddleboard races in the world, and your clients do not have to go far to witness it. Elite athletes from around the globe take on the 32-mile crossing of the Kaiwi Channel, with spectators able to watch from several points along O‘ahu’s coastline. For clients who want to witness elite ocean athleticism in a dramatic setting, this is a rare and memorable event to build a trip around.

Hawai‘i’s relationship with the ocean runs deeper than recreation — it is woven into the culture, history, and identity of the islands. Give your clients a reason to dive in this summer.