According to WalletHub’s latest Happiest States in America study, Hawaii has once again claimed the #1 spot – and it’s no surprise why. With year-round sunshine, rich cultural traditions, and some of the most awe-inspiring coastlines on Earth, happiness here comes naturally.
To help travelers find their own version of happy in the islands, OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels, the premier beach resort brand rooted in Hawaiian hospitality, offers stays that speak to every type of joy seeker:
- For those happiest on the water: OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort sits at the birthplace of modern surfing, steps from the ocean. Embrace the island’s surf legacy with lessons from Faith Surf School, oceanfront sips at Duke’s Waikiki, and nightly live music that keeps the aloha spirit flowing.
- For those happiest in relaxation mode: OUTRIGGER Kāʻanapali Beach Resort celebrates the spirit of Maui with oceanfront rooms, daily Hawaiian cultural activities, and the Voyager 47 Club Lounge – perfect for sunset views that make every worry disappear.
- For those happiest exploring nature and culture: On Hawai‘i Island, OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa offers adventure and tradition in one place – join a manta ray night dive, explore sacred coastal trails, and experience the award-winning Feast & Fire Lūʻau that brings Hawaiian history to life.
- For those happiest in the heart of it all: OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort sits in the heart of Waikīkī, where culture, music, and island energy meet the sea. Savor craft cocktails and island-inspired dishes at Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman, unwind to nightly live music, and feel the spirit of aloha in every moment. Just steps away, guests can experience ‘Auana by Cirque du Soleil, the acclaimed production marking the company’s first-ever Hawaiian residency at OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel.
And now, OUTRIGGER is betting on happiness in more ways than one.
OUTRIGGER’s Grandparent Guarantee invites families to celebrate Hawai‘i’s joyful spirit across generations. Guests who book skip-gen or multigenerational stays are guaranteed to leave with deeper family connections, or be invited back on the house.
From surfing lessons to lei-making, oceanfront luaus to laughter-filled meals, OUTRIGGER is so confident in the happiness it inspires, it’s willing to guarantee it.
