Why Everyone Thinks They Can Surf After Two Mai Tais
It always starts the same: “I’ve always wanted to try surfing!”—said with the enthusiasm of someone who definitely should not be allowed on a board after two tropical cocktails. But here in Waikiki, with its gentle waves and endless optimism, every tourist becomes a part-time pro… at falling over.
Surfing is hard. It’s a mix of balance, timing, and ocean sass. And the ocean? She’s a shady queen. She will humble you real fast, snatching your board, your dignity, and probably your swim trunks. But let’s be real—watching drunk tourists tumble off longboards is a sport in itself. Bring snacks.
Surfing should be a sober adventure in Hawaii.
If you must try, get a lesson and leave the booze for after. Or just lean into the fantasy: pose with a board, snap the pic, and say you “rode a few waves.” No one needs to know you spent more time underwater than on the board. What happens in Waikiki, stays hilariously on video.
