THE travel trade in Indonesia has lost one of its most active and influential players with the passing away of Poul Bitsch, president director of Discovery Hotels & Resorts in Jakarta. He passed away last night at the age of 66 after a long battle with cancer.
Bitsch was an active participant in developing tourism in Indonesia, particularly as a founding member and chairman of Jakarta International Hotel Association, which actively tackles issues and advances opportunities for hotels in Jakarta.
A memorial service is being held at Jalan Gedong Panjang Jakarta, Heaven Funeral Home, Room Aquarius – Pisces, 8th floor. The cremation will take place on Saturday, December 12 at 13.00.