Winter in our brochure, it's Christmas before time
Opening our winter vacation brochure is already like smelling hot chocolate, hearing the crunch of snow underfoot, and feeling that unique winter vacation excitement. It’s the guide that turns your “can’t wait for the snow” into “the skis are in the boot!
Our winter vacation catalog AZUREVA compiles everything you need to know to make the most of powdery France: from family resorts to villages lost under the snow, from magical New Year’s Eve celebrations to ski weeks, from cocooning weekends to frosty adventures. Because winter isn’t a season to be endured, it’s a season to be lived to the full!
Winter, the season of magic
December: the enchantment of the holidays
In our winter vacation brochure, December shines brightly. It’s the month when our establishments are decked out in their finest finery: XXL Christmas trees, enchanting illuminations, the smell of gingerbread wafting through the air. Christmas vacations in our villages guarantee a stress-free New Year’s Eve (no washing up!), with entertainment to delight young and old alike.
Santa makes his rounds, creative workshops are in full swing, and there’s a unique atmosphere where families who didn’t know each other in the morning sing together around the piano in the evening. Our winter vacation brochure details these magical moments that your children will still remember 20 years from now.
January: powder snow in all its glory
Our winter vacation brochure reveals why January is the favorite month for real snow lovers. The snow is fresh and plentiful, the slopes are less crowded than in February, and prices remain reasonable (excluding New Year’s Eve, of course). It’s the perfect time to improve your skiing, try your hand at snowshoeing, or simply relax in an outdoor jacuzzi while it’s snowing.
February: winter vacations in full swing
The winter vacation brochure presents February as THE month for family ski vacations. The days are getting longer, the sun is shining more often, and the atmosphere in our resorts is electric. Between the different zones, there’s an endless ballet of happy, tanned families.
Winter destinations: France in a white coat
Mountains: the kingdom of winter sports
Our winter vacation brochure focuses on the Alps and the Pyrenees, transformed into a white paradise. Our in-resort vacation villages put you right at the foot of the slopes (or close to it): no more endless journeys in ski boots, and hello ski-in/ski-out returns for lunch!
But winter in the mountains isn’t just about skiing. Our winter vacation brochure details all the activities: dog-sleigh rides (kids dream of them), tobogganing on safe slopes (parents become kids again), snowshoeing in picture-postcard landscapes, and even spas overlooking snow-covered peaks for those who prefer contemplation to action.
Countryside: authentic, peaceful winter
The countryside pages of our winter vacation brochure reveal a different, gentler France in winter. Périgord under the morning frost, Alsace preparing its Christmas markets, Normandy where chimneys smoke in the mist… It’s a winter of long, cosy walks, fireside chats and long, drawn-out card games.
Our country establishments in winter promise rejuvenating weekends where time stands still, children rediscover the simple joys of life (a frozen pond becomes an adventure), and comforting meals take on their full meaning.
Sea: the coastline in the great outdoors
Our winter vacation brochure doesn’t forget sea lovers. The ocean in winter is a grandiose spectacle: impressive storms, extraordinary lights, deserted beaches where your footsteps are the only ones. Our coastal establishments, which remain open in winter, are cozy retreats from which to admire the spectacle.
It’s the perfect time for invigorating walks, thalasso weekends and seafood platters in front of the fireplace. Mysterious Brittany, wild Vendée, even the Mediterranean has its winter charm, with its mimosa blossoms and sunny days.
Lodging packages: your winter made to measure
Vacation villages: Christmas and skiing for the whole family
In our winter vacation brochure, vacation villages become warm cocoons where the Christmas spirit lasts all vacation long. Just imagine: you come down for breakfast in your slippers, the kids head off to the ski club, and you have the choice of skiing or reading by the fire.
Full board makes perfect sense in winter: raclette, fondue, tartiflette (the winning trio), but also homemade soups, stews and those comforting desserts that make you forget the calories. Our winter vacation brochure details special events: torchlight descents, storytelling evenings, mountain cooking workshops, and even an igloo-building initiation for the more motivated.
Vacation homes: apartment with kitchen
The residences in our winter vacation brochure offer you your own cosy nest. Apartments with fully-equipped kitchens for homemade fondues, private bathrooms, small living rooms… It’s independence with added services: on-site equipment rental, negotiated ski passes, and sometimes even morning bread and pastry delivery.
Residences close to our vacation villages are the best deal of the winter: your own private space, but the possibility of enrolling your children in the village’s ESF ski lessons, enjoying the evening entertainment, or booking a restaurant when you’re feeling lazy to cook.
Hotels: winter comfort par excellence
The hotels in our winter vacation brochure are all about comfort after a day in the cold. Overheated rooms (the luxury of being able to sleep in a t-shirt in the middle of winter), bathrooms with bathtubs for warming up, and room service for those evenings when even going down to the restaurant seems too much effort.
Our mountain hotels often offer half-board packages perfect for winter: a hearty breakfast to start the day, and a Savoyard dinner to recuperate. Some even have shuttles to the slopes, space to store equipment, and a bar with a fireplace where après-ski becomes an art of living.
FAQ: your frosty questions about our winter brochure
- Do you have to book well in advance for the Christmas vacations?
Our winter vacation brochure is out in September to give you plenty of time! Christmas and New Year go quickly, but we still have some availability. February is more flexible, depending on the zone.
- Children’s clubs even in winter?
The winter vacation brochure details: adapted clubs with indoor/outdoor activities, ski initiation with ESF in certain villages, special winter creative workshops. Your little ones are in good (gloved) hands!
- What if I don’t ski?
Our winter vacation brochure proves it: winter also means snowshoeing, tobogganing, spas, walks, reading by the fireside… Some people have a great time in the mountains without skis!
- Is ski equipment complicated?
The brochure lists our rental partnerships: book online, collect on site, some even deliver to your accommodation. No more hassles!
- Is it affordable for small budgets?
Our winter vacation brochure offers solutions: outside school vacations, family resorts, residential or camping packages… Winter is not just for big budgets!
Order your winter vacation brochure in advance
Our AZUREVA winter vacation brochure is available from September onwards, so you can start planning your winter vacations with peace of mind. It can be downloaded free of charge or sent by post via https://www.azureva-vacances.com/fr/contact/#brochure, so you can dream about your future vacation from the comfort of your own home.
Leaf through it with your family in front of the fireplace (or the radiator, we’re not judging), choose between snow-covered mountains and invigorating coastlines, and get ready for a heart-warming winter. Because winter with AZUREVA is guaranteed to leave you with flushed cheeks, a head full of memories, and just one desire: to be back next year!
