Saturday 21st february 2026
travel talks | travel experts | travel photography
Saturday 21 february 2026
10am to 4pm
cheltenham racecourse
travel talks
photography & VR experience
travel experts
Travel stories to inspire your next trip | Travel Photography Gallery and VR Experience | Exhibitor Tour Operators and experiences
HOLIDAY INSPIRATION!
The Cheltenham Travel Festival brings together inspiring speakers, travel photography and masterclasses, and over 40 experts and exhibitors. Enjoy travel talks by some of the UK’s most inspirational and knowledgeable travellers and experts.
Enjoy a curated gallery of the winners of the ‘JRNY World Travel Photography Awards 2025′ plus an immersive VR experience. Get the chance to journey from striking still images into full immersion.
Whether its adventure holidays or city breaks; sustainable travel suggestions and culture visits, beach and relaxation escapes; cruising to safari and wildlife tours; walking, hiking and cycling excursions to ski and snow trips…the Cheltenham Travel Festival has it all under one roof!
Enjoy exclusive festival-only offers, discounts plus be in with a chance to win a FREE prize giveaways – come and see the world differently, reconnect with the joy of discovery and feel inspired to start planning the next adventure.
DON’T MISS IT – BOOK YOUR FREE TICKETS TODAY!
Saturday 21 February 2026 | 10am to 4pm | Cheltenham Racecourse | FREE entry – ticketed
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DISCOVER
Louisiana, USA
Hit the road in Louisiana and discover its unique architecture, abundant wildlife, one-of-a-kind attractions and vibrant culture. With its backroad byways and scenic drives, Louisiana is perfect for road-tripping in the US.
INSPIRATION
Slow travel in Vietnam
Vietnam is a long country with endless layers: going a little deeper makes all the difference. Take a Vespa food tour, learn to make a banh mi with a local family, or pause for early-morning sampan rides in Ninh Binh.
EXPERIENCE
Cherry Blossom Japan
Cherry blossoms are one of Japan’s most recognisable seasonal markers, celebrated across the country as a sign of renewal and the end of winter. Knowing when to go, how to join in, and where to skip the crowds can make all the difference – here’s how to do it right.
Inspiring TALKS
Talking Gurus
What's on
Travel talks
Travel experts
Travel photography
Giveaways & competitions
DEALS AND SPECIALS
*All deals and specials are exclusive to bookings made at the festival
COMPETITIONS - ENTER TO WIN
TRAVEL TALKS
HEADLINE SPEAKERS
TRAVEL INSPIRATION
meet the travel experts
Travel experts will be on hand to answer all your travel related questions based on first-hand knowledge. Looking for the ultimate safari, want to take the family on their first adventurous trip, or escape the crowds on your honeymoon? Our experts have a wealth of experience and can help you find that perfect next trip!
Cheltenham Travel Festival Photo Competition
ENTER HERE NOW AND BE IN WITH A CHANCE TO WIN! The Cheltenham Travel Festival Photo Competition is a brand new travel photography competition open to Cotswolds residents ONLY.
Spread over four key categories we’re looking for the best travel photographers from the Cotswolds.
This unique free-to-enter competition, is open to entrants of any level!
World Travel Photography Awards Gallery
Brought to you by JRNY Travel Magazine
COME BE VISUALLY INSPIRED! The winning and highly-commended photographs from the JRNY World Travel Photography Awards 2025, sponsored by Steppes Travel were announced in October 2025. A specially curated exhibition gallery will be created at the Cheltenham Travel Festival, to display these amazing photos.
Excellent concept and great to have a focused travel consumer event in the Cotswolds.
Justin Wateridge – MD, Steppes Travel
