Over more than a decade it was the highlight of the academic year at IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems (Austria) when "Dr. Teye" (as hundreds of enthusiastic students respectfully addressed him) and "our Victor" (as professors and staff warmly welcomed him) arrived in Austria to teach many local and international tourism majors. But he also took numerous "ASU Sun Devils" on their summer schools to Vienna and its neighbouring cities to make them appreciate the destinations and understand the travel industry in a most lively field approach. I personally had the privilege to work with Victor in Austria, Arizona, Australia and Fidji, get inspired by his insight and professionalism but also enjoy his great hospitality and friendship. His academic rigour in teaching and research ("you have to `walk the walk´ and not only `talk the talk´!"), his global mindset, empathy, tolerance and respectfulness, and witty analyses enriched numerous encounters. Grief and sorrow not feeling his handshakes and hugs any longer are mitigated by deep gratitude having had "brotha" Victor as a dear colleague and sincere friend. His warm smile and contagious laughter will stay in our memories and continue to spread positive vibrations over our campus forever. Thank you - herzlichen Dank!