It’s bad, but Hawaii hotel veteran has seen worse| bizjournals.com

As one who has seen the tides of Hawaii tourism rise and fall through more than 60 years in the hotel business, André S. Tatibouet believes the hospitality industry needs to go back to basics to fill rooms and survive this latest recession. The founder and former owner of the Aston Hotels & Resorts chain has a unique perspective on Hawaii’s visitor industry, as someone who has seen his own fortunes ebb and flow.