Dear Filmmaker,
We’re happy to share some important news with you. Over the past years, we’ve been organizing two editions of the Travel Film Festival — one in Cyprus and another in Russia. This year, we’ve decided to combine them into one united international festival, which will now be held annually in March, starting from 2026.
The unified Travel FilmFest brings together the best travel and outdoor sports films from around the world — created by professionals and passionate enthusiasts.
Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker or an adventurer with a camera, your story matters. The originality and spirit of exploration in your film are far more important than its budget or production scale.
We warmly invite you to submit your next film to the unified Travel Film Festival, where travel and outdoor sports cinema inspire audiences worldwide.
We collaborate with TRAVEL FILM International Film Festival. https://filmfreeway.com/TRAVELFILMinRussian

Please read these rules & regulations for submission very carefully PRIOR to submitting your film for consideration. By submitting your film to Travel FilmFest, you acknowledge that you have read and understand these conditions.
– We accept films only from authors or their authorized representatives who have the written permission from the author. All video, soundtrack, texts and music used in the film should not violate the copyright law. You may be asked to supply documentation supporting your claim. Violation of copyright is a sufficient justification for exclusion of the film from participation in the festival.
– All films must be in English. Alternatively, have the English subtitles, regardless of the country of production.
– There is no limit as to how many films a Film Maker can submit. However, each film can only be submitted once in one single category. If your film is suiting in more than one category, then please choose the one you find most suiting.
– You may submit as many films as you like, but you must pay the appropriate submission fee in full for each film.
– Submission fees are non-refundable.
– Waivers or discounts on submission fees are not offered.
– Incorrectly completed entry forms, or missing information may lead to the disqualification of your submission.
– Travel FilmFest does not accept submissions sent by email or physical submissions sent by mail. Submission will accepted through submission partners.
– Do not send a press kit or other supporting materials unless asked to do so by the festival.
– There are no premiere requirements. Your film may have screened before.
– Films that have distribution are still eligible for submission.
– Films that have been broadcast on television, and/or are available to view in full online, are still eligible for submission.
– All documentary, animation, fiction films, created by professionals and enthusiasts not earlier than January 1, 2018 are welcome to participate in the contest.
– Our jury screens films PRIVATELY (meaning: it's not a public screening!). Only officially selected films we'll screen at our annual event. Where one film from each category will be awarded.
– All films which are selected / nominated for the competition or Festival, will be informed only by emails & listed on festival web site.
– No inquiries or arguments will be entertained regarding non selected films. The decision off festival selection committee will be final.
– Travel FilmFest will communicate all details through email communications only, so please give authorizes email and respond to emails asap. No phone call inquires.

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  • Anselmo Tumpić

    We are honored that such an expert and international jury recognized our work as the best TV commercial. Participating in the festival was very smooth, and the festival team was always kind and approachable. Thank you for everything!

    October 2025
  • I was honored to receive Best Travel Documentary from Travel FilmFest International Film Festival and although I could not attend in person, they have a strong program and an incredible jury. They were also very professional and I would definitely submit to this festival again. One of the top film festivals out there for travel.

    December 2024
  • Here’s a review for the **Travel Film Fest**:

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    I had a great experience presenting my film *Yukon en Van* at the Travel Film Fest. The communication with the organizers was smooth and efficient, making the entire process stress-free. Watching films online was straightforward and well-organized.

    Although the number of spectators was lower than I expected, the event included a virtual Q&A session after my screening, which was a highlight. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with the audience, answer questions, and share more about my journey. Overall, I appreciated the experience and would recommend the festival to other filmmakers.

    December 2024
  • We thoroughly enjoyed being a part of this festival and are honoured to have had our film selected. The festival is run as an online event and I thought that the organisers managed the process very well. The Q&A session between the films was a fun and engaging idea.

    December 2024
  • In 2024, the film festival took place online. This allowed a wide audience to see the successful selection of films. The personal contacts and atmosphere of a live event are missing, but the short live interview after the film has created a connection to the viewers. Thank you for the great organization, the respectful communication and the varied selection of films. We are happy to have been a part of it. We hope to see you again next year. Thank you very much.

    November 2024