*ALL FILMS* + *DOCUMENTARIES*
*MUST BE A PREMIERE* (Of Some Kind)
(World, North America, Eastern Seaboard, Regional.
Even Canada... even though TBFF is not situated in Canada)

The Travel Beyond Film Festival, (formerly known as the Toronto Beaches Film Fest), is dedicated to exploring all journeys, whether of the mind, emotions, body, or soul.

Our mission is to present films that take audiences on trans-formative experiences, pushing the boundaries of storytelling and capturing the essence of human exploration in its many forms.

While we expand our focus to include the inner and personal voyages that shape our lives, we remain deeply committed to showcasing the wonders of our precious land, sea, and sky.

Through this broadened lens, we invite filmmakers and audiences alike to join us in celebrating the beauty and complexity of our planet and beyond.

Your Film CANNOT Premiere at Feedback Festivals, Online Festivals and/or Award Only Festivals.
Your film cannot be Mentioned on a Festival Website between July 2024-Feb2025.

Any Film that has been Selected, Awarded, Nominated, Been Given Feedback, Played Online, Seen By Judges and/or in a Live Or Online Screening and/or has Received a Nomination and/or Award BETWEEN JULY 2024 -February 2025 will be DISQUALIFIED.

Your film CANNOT Play or be Judged by any Contest In PRIOR TO February 2025
This Includes Feedback Festivals, Online Festivals and Award Only Festivals.

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MISSION & OBJECTIVE
Travel Beyond Film Festival (TBFF) (formerly The Toronto Beaches Film Festival (TBFF) originally was a unique, flip-flop friendly film festival inspired by the famous "Beaches" Community in Toronto, Canada.

Since then we have broadened our Horizons that engages a Worldwide Audience that embraces "Journeys Of All Kinds.

TBFF is a Premiere Only Festival that Screens Films and Documentaries on any Subject that Covers our Human Experience On Land, Water or In The Air.

>>Our Awards Are REAL - And Personalized. Not just a Printed Certificate
Our Awards Are Voted On By Judges, Programmers + The Viewing Audience.

>>>TBFF Stays Online In 2025
We Reach 98% of Our Filmmakers Around The World On Zoom

We Reach a very Enthusiastic Worldwide Audience who want to watch our Programming and ‘virtually’ meet Filmmakers through robust Q&As.
Plus They Get To Watch Great Indie Films For FREE During Festival Weekend

We Built A Proprietary Online Cinema And Lead In The Online Experience
>>>Covid19 Took a Lot From The World
This is the TBFF Way of Putting Something Good Back Into The World<<<

>>All Film Premieres, Q&As Are FREE
>>All Will Take Place Online During Festival Week February 2025
>>All Filmmaker Q&As Happen on Zoom Directly AFTER The Film Premiere
>>All Q&As are Edited and Branded For Filmmaker Use or Promotional Materials and Content for Our YouTube Channel for Audiences to Enjoy,

>> No Live 'Brick and Mortar' Planned At This Time<<

ABOUT TBFF
The little brother festival to the long running ReelHeART International Film And Screenplay Festival.

Travel Beyond Film Festival (TBFF) is a festival like no other. It’s for People who Love our Planet and crave Films and Documentaries that reflect their Interest about our precious Land, Air or Sea and how we as Humans, Interact with these elements either through Appreciation, Adventure, Activism, Beaches, Biking, Conservation, Diving, Environmental Concerns, Space Travel, Extreme Adventure, Hiking, Horses, Marine Life, Photography, Surfing, Sustainability, Travel, Sports and More!


A TON OF COMPETITION CATEGORIES TO CHOOSE FROM
Best Activism Film
Best Animal Friendly Film
Best Beach Film
Best Bike Film
Best Biography/Bio Pic Film
Best Conservation Film
Best Diving Film
Best Environmental Activism Film
Best Environmental Film
Best Extreme Adventure Film
Best Feature Documentary
Best Short Documentary
Best Feature Film (Narrative)
Best Short Film (Narrative)
Best First Nations Film
Best Human Spirit Film
Best Kid Friendly Film
Best Marine Biology Film
Best Nature Film
Best Sports Film
Best Surf Film
Best Sustainability Film
Best Thesis/Student Film
Best Travel Or Road Trip Film
Best Vintage Beach Film + More!

Please Note - Not All Categories are Awarded.
It depends on each Season’s Official Selections + Audience Votes

Awards & Prizes

>> Our Awards Are REAL - And Personalized. Not just a Printed Certificate.
Our Awards Are Voted On By Judges, Programmers + The Viewing Audience.

Winners Win “Best Of” Category
Winners Receive Personalized Award

We ‘may’ also Award ‘Sub’ Categories below

Best Actor, Best Actress
Best Cinematography
Best Drone Cinematography
Best Editing
Best Family Friendly Film
Honorable Mention
TBFF Spirit Award + More!

Rules & Terms

*ALL FILMS* + *DOCUMENTARIES*
*MUST BE A PREMIERE* (Of Some Kind)
(World, North America, Eastern Seaboard, Regional.
Even Canada... even though TBFF is not situated in Canada)

Your Film CANNOT Premiere at Feedback Festivals, Online Festivals and/or Award Only Festivals. Your film cannot be mentioned in the 6 Months Leading Up To Festival Week.

Any Film that has been Selected, Awarded, Nominated, Been Given Feedback, Played Online, Seen By Judges and/or in a Live Or Online Screening in the 6 Months Leading Up To Festival Week, and/or has received a Nomination and/or Award BEFORE February, 2025 will be DISQUALIFIED.

Your FILM CANNOT Play or be Judged by any Contest in the 6 Months Leading Up To Festival Week February, 2025. No Feedback. No Awards. No Round Placements. Nothing!

>>>>If Your Film is Viewable To The Public and Selected for TBFF, We REQUIRE Your Film be Dark Online From Notification In December 31, 2024 mto February, 2025 in Order To Compete For Awards<<<<

1. YOU MUST HAVE ALL CLEARANCES AND RIGHTS IN WRITING FOR ALL PEOPLE, MUSIC AND IMAGES in your Film or Documentary

2. You must promote your film or documentary

3. You must submit a film or documentary that meets our Genres or Themes either figuratively or literally

4. We are an IMDb eligible festival. This means Filmmakers will be able to post their Nominations and Wins on their IMDb Profiles.

GENERAL TERMS
The Travel Beyond Film Festival, (formerly known as the Toronto Beaches Film Fest), is hereby granted the right to utilize an excerpt from any film submitted and accepted for exhibition at the Festival for promotional purposes. The individual or corporation submitting the film hereby warrants that it is authorized to commit the film for screening, and understands and accepts these requirements and regulations.

The undersigned shall indemnify and hold harmless The Travel Beyond Film Festival, (formerly known as the Toronto Beaches Film Fest) from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees, and costs of the court) which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark, credits, publicity, screening, and loss of or damage to the screening videos entered.

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  • Päivi Kapiainen-Heiskanen

    Thanks again for the great festival experience with the screening of Anne´s amazon and a most cosy Q&A session online. Travel Beyond Film Festival is one of my favourite ones. You really care about the films that are screened and take good care of the film makers with excellent communication and social media coverage. This was my third doc film that was screened this year. The previous ones were The Reindeer belong to the Wind and Seeking New Paths. Happy to work with you in the future. Take care and let´s keep in touch, Päivi

    February 2025
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  • Isaac Kenyon

    We would like to express our sincere gratitude for the communication from the team at the Travel Beyond Film Festival.

    It was a pleasure to liaise with them by email and phone. Their personal touch in terms of the application procedure, contacting both the protagonist (Isaac Kenyon) and film-makers (Daniel Williams) in regard to the selection and showing was second to none.

    Moreover, despite being an online festival, the opportunity to attend interviews with such charming interviewers and discuss the production of the project in-depth with the audience is something to be commended.

    To the whole team at the TBFF thank you for your prompt communication, support both pre and post-festival and belief in our film!

    February 2025
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  • Gregg Dunham

    The Travel Beyond Film Festival is an incredible platform for filmmakers who love adventure, exploration, and human resilience. The festival team is professional, communicative, and truly passionate about sharing compelling stories.

    The online format was seamless, reaching a worldwide audience, and the live Q&As provided a great way to engage with viewers. The curation was outstanding, featuring inspiring films that celebrate the spirit of travel and discovery.

    I’m honored to have been part of this festival and highly recommend it to any filmmaker looking for a thoughtful and well-organized event. Looking forward to submitting again in the future!

    February 2025
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  • Krista Krieger

    Terrific film festival. Well organized and privileged to be a part of it!

    February 2025
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  • Kolawole Olatubosun

    I had a great time at the Festival, and I thank the organizers for selecting our film.

    February 2025
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