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Thailand eyes US$1 billion bounce from Tomorrowland music festival

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Aidan JonesFebruary 27, 2026 at 06:22 AM
Thailand eyes US$1 billion bounce from Tomorrowland music festival
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Thailand anticipates a US$1 billion boost to its tourism sector over the next five years by hosting the Tomorrowland music festival. The festival, making its Asian debut, is expected to attract 150,000 attendees to Pattaya between December 11-13. This initiative aims to revitalize Thailand's tourism, which has been facing challenges due to currency strength and competition from neighboring countries. Thai tourism authorities are targeting Generation Z and promoting Thailand as a wellness and lifestyle destination. The three-day Tomorrowland festival at Wisdom Valley is central to these efforts to attract new revenue streams.

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Vietnam 50% Malaysia 50% Nat Kruthasoot 50% Tourism Authority of Thailand 60% Pattaya 70% Tomorrowland ×585% Thailand ×390%

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