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For over 40 years VFB Holidays has been creating inspirational holidays to France and other European destinations, primarily for travel during the summer months. We are delighted to introduce a new Winter Escapes programme for the first time this year, allowing you to enjoy year-round holidays with us.
The VFB Winter Escapes collection features an enticing selection of holidays to warmer, sunnier climes. Whether you fancy the mild climate and culture of Andalucía, the charm of Madeira or simply a week or two soaking up the sun in The Canary Islands, we’re confident you’ll find a holiday to suit you.
Winter Escapes in Arcos, Andalucia, Spain
Balanced on a rocky limestone ridge, Arcos is one of Andalucia's most dramatically positioned towns. Its whitewashed houses and stone castle walls stop abruptly as a sheer cliff face plunges down to the fertile valley of the river Guadalete below. The old town is a tangled labyrinth of cobbled streets that lead up to a sandstone castle, the Castillo de los Arcos.
Winter Escapes in the Atlas Mountains, Morocco
Escape to the foothills of the stunning Atlas Mountains to experience and explore steep river valleys, sheer rocky limestone outcrops, forested slopes and views to breathtaking snow-capped peaks. Stay at the award-winning and dramatically situated Kasbah Tamadot for 5 star luxury spiced with adventure.
Winter Escapes in Aswan, Egypt
Aswan, located 130km south of Luxor, on the East Bank of the majestic Nile, offers a slow and relaxed way of life combined with access to superb Nubian sites and temples, including Abu Simbel and the Temple of Philae. Visitors can stroll along the Corniche and visit the colourful bazaar, or while away the hours enjoying delicious freshly caught fish in one of the fine restaurants.
Winter Escapes in Cairo, Egypt
Cairo is a large buzzing city that unites modern city life with magnificent ancient monuments from years gone by. Home to the spectacular Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum, Cairo also boasts some fantastic shopping opportunities in the traditional bazaars that have remained unchanged for centuries.
Winter Escapes in Funchal, Madeira
With its shores caressed by the Gulf Stream, Madeira is blessed with warm summers and mild winters, making it an enchanting year-round holiday destination. Funchal, the island’s capital, offers botanical gardens, shopping centres, a theatre, museums, events, restaurants, bars and cafés.
Winter Escapes in Jerez de la Frontera, Andalucia, Spain
Located inland, 20 km from Sanlúcar, Jerez holds worldwide acclaim for its sherry and brandy production. The city is equally famous for its fine horses as well as Flamenco music and dance. The city dates back to Moorish times. Today this charming old city has a remarkably aristocratic air with wide streets, squares and magnificent rows of jacaranda trees during spring.
Winter Escapes in Luxor, Egypt
Luxor, once the capital of ancient Egypt, then known as Thebes, has attracted visitors since tourism began. People from all over the world have travelled to explore the ancient monuments and ruins that are scattered all around this ancient city, known as the world’s greatest open air museum.
Winter Escapes in Marrakech, Morocco
This exciting and vibrant city has something to offer everyone, is easily accessible and is an ideal long weekend destination. Take the opportunity to experience a different culture, enjoy fabulous scenery, revel in the excitement of Jemaa El Fna Square and savour excellent food and entertainment in the vast choice of restaurants by night. Marrakech is certain not to disappoint.
Winter Escapes in Paphos, Cyprus
The island of Cyprus glistens in the eastern Mediterranean and enjoys an average of 300 days’ sunshine a year. The winter months are peaceful and allow you the chance to enjoy the real beauty of this island without the crowds and high temperatures.
Winter Escapes in Seville, Spain
Enjoy beautiful rolling sun-soaked countryside, even in December. With fields of olive, almond, lemon and orange trees; picturesque white hilltop villages, Moorish castles, winding country roads with spectacular views, where your inland country hotel awaits you.
Winter Escapes in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh, one of the Red Sea's best diving spots, is known worldwide for its spectacular underwater scenery. There are plenty of restaurants and nightlife in Na'ama Bay to keep everyone entertained. Or simply relax, soaking up the sun, and unwind at your luxury resort.
Winter Escapes in Side, Turkey
This wonderful and diverse country is an ideal out-of-season holiday destination wild mild sunny days in the winter months and average temperatures of 15 - 18°C. Stunning landscapes, vast sandy beaches, clear waters and a hospitality, Turkey will make you want to go back time and time again.
