Are phals hard to grow?

[Strider 60]

King of Orchids, I'm a newbie and I received a Phal as a gift so the choice was not mine, most of the lit. I have read recomends the Phal as a great beginner, I also know that alot of the lit. gives conflicting info but if not the Phal then what do you suggest is the best to start with? By the way, mine is doing great, two spikes with lots of blooms and the spikes are still growing.