Viva Resorts by Wyndham announced that Viva Miches by Wyndham will host the OCEANMAN World Final Championship 2026, one of the world’s leading international open-water swimming events. The competition will take place Nov. 9–15 in Miches, Dominican Republic, bringing together more than 4,000 swimmers and participants from more than 100 countries.

The Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Tourism is the main sponsor of the event, positioning Miches as an emerging destination for sports tourism, wellness travel and immersive Caribbean experiences. Viva Miches will welcome athletes, teams, family members and international visitors with an all-inclusive beachfront experience that brings accommodations, dining, recreation and event activities together in one destination.

“OCEANMAN’s selection of Viva Miches as the host hotel for its 2026 World Final Championship is a tremendous achievement, especially as we approach the resort’s second anniversary,” said Erika Sordo, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, Viva Resorts by Wyndham. “The event reflects the extraordinary potential of Miches as a destination and reinforces our commitment to supporting sports, wellness and active experiences that contribute to the region’s tourism development, while aligning with Viva’s core values of sports and activities.” 

Set on Playa Esmeralda along the northeastern coast of the Dominican Republic, Viva Miches by Wyndham offers a beachfront all-inclusive experience designed around the destination’s coastal setting. The resort features 535 accommodations with garden, ocean and oceanfront views, select rooms with private plunge pools, five restaurants, an expansive pool with a swim-up bar, daily activities and nightly entertainment. Guests can also enjoy the iconic Viva Vibe Parties and explore nearby attractions, including Los Haitises National Park, Laguna Limón and Montaña Redonda. Viva Miches supports sea turtle conservation through Protortuga and sustainability initiatives focused on waste reduction, solar power and eliminating single-use plastics.

The championship will feature a full program of competitions, social activities and cultural experiences, including the OCEANMAN 10-kilometer race, Half OCEANMAN 5-kilometer race, Sprint 2-kilometer race, OceanKids 500-meter race, OceanTeams 3-by-500-meter relay and an elite race featuring top-ranked swimmers.

The event will also showcase Miches’ natural environment, coastal landscapes and growing hospitality infrastructure, supporting the destination’s development as a new Caribbean hub for international sporting events and wellness-focused travel.

“Hosting an event of this scale creates an important opportunity to introduce Miches to athletes, families and travelers from around the world,” said Erika Sordo, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, Viva Resorts by Wyndham. “Viva Miches is proud to help bring together sport, nature and hospitality while supporting the continued growth of this extraordinary destination.”

The OCEANMAN World Final Championship 2026 will take place Nov. 9–15, with races scheduled for Nov. 13–15. For registration, event details and accommodations, visit the OCEANMAN website. For more information about Viva Resorts by Wyndham, visit vivaresortsbywyndham.com or follow @vivaresorts on Instagram