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Lighthouse Keepers: Business People to Cut the Fog of the Pandemic

Phil Butler

A look at the lighthouse keepers of hospitality. Tom and Melissa Magnuson, people like them, will lead us through the fog.

5 years ago

Is Greece’s Tourism Future Drowning in a COVID-19 Tsunami?

Phil Butler

Here’s a story of brilliant Greek swimmers caught in a brutal coronavirus pandemic’s undertow. It’s to wake up and witness a new way.

5 years ago

COVID-19: EU Approves €2bn Greek Business Support Measures

Phil Butler

The European Commission has approved a €2 billion-euro aid package to help Greece weather the economic effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

5 years ago

A Pinpoint of Light for Greece Tourism After COVID-19

Phil Butler

A dissenters view versus the “pie in the sky” tourism industry sentiment over COVID-19. Greece tourism needs to shift into another gear.

5 years ago

A 2020 Travel and Hospitality COVID-19 Reality Check

Phil Butler

In the not too distant future, tourism and hospitality industry officials are going to wake up to the fact that the 2020 touristic season has been canceled by a pandemic. Already, Europe’s airlines stand to lose more than €76 billion according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). And for every euro the airlines lose, destinations […]

5 years ago

The Spiritual Secrets of Arkalochori Cave

Phil Butler

The cave of Arkalochori on Crete held precious votive objects that revealed the belief system of one of humaity’s greatest civiliations.

5 years ago

Why “NOT” to Believe Dreamy COVID-19 Recovery Predictions

Phil Butler

The COVID-19 situation where travel and hospitality are concern, is largely understated by most experts who project a mid-term leveling out.

5 years ago

The Day After the Tourism Industry Grinds to a Halt

Phil Butler

Yesterday, thousands of tourism businesses canceled millions of reservations. Tomorrow, every cruise line, hotel, and air carrier will wake to a new world.

5 years ago

Coronavirus Update: The Pandemic is Accelerating

Phil Butler

The World Health Organization (WHO) warns the coronavirus pandemic is accelerating as cases worldwide approach 400,000.

5 years ago

A Solemn But Positive Message from Thomas Magnuson

Phil Butler

The following is a message from Thomas Magnuson, CEO of Magnuson Hotels, the world’s largest independent hotel network.

5 years ago

TUI Temporarily Quits Operations Over COVID-19 Pandemic

Phil Butler

TUI has temporarily suspended most of its travel operations due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Company spokespersons say the move is a “compliance” and “industry adjustment” move. The news comes as the whole industry is in a state of shock as to “next moves.” TUI is on a shortlist of companies investing gurus say may be […]

5 years ago

Hospitality Beyond COVID-19: Early Advice from the Industry’s Best

Phil Butler

Greece’s tourism sector is in big trouble over the COVID-19 pandemic. With more and more countries instituting level 3 travel advisories for Europe, the country’s early tourism season is badly affected. Just emerging from a horrendous economic crisis, Greece offers us a litmus test for worldwide destinations in crisis. What needs to happen now is […]

5 years ago