With things still tight for many of us, it’s not surprising that Britain’s 1.2 million skiers are looking for their money to stretch further on their winter holiday.

But one thing you should be very careful of compromising on is destination. The perfect ski break starts with choosing the resort that’s right for you and those you are travelling with. That means sitting down with everyone in your party and taking a long, hard look at what you need from your ski base. …