St Moritz Ski Resort

St Moritz is the world's original ski resort and has long been the most famous. As well as playing host to kings, presidents, fur-clad movie stars and private jets, St Moritz has also staged Olympic Games, World Championships and world-class horse races on its frozen lake. The resort also delights in offering all manner of imaginable luxuries in its ‘5-star deluxe' hotels and private clubs.

But, as with its twin town of Aspen in the USA, it's a mistake to think St Moritz ski resort is exclusively for the rich and famous. Yes, they keep a few places just for themselves, (and quite a few of the others simply price out mere mortals), but St Moritz can be done on a budget. The huge Engadin ski domain isn't the cheapest lift ticket in Europe, but it's not the most expensive either, and affordable dining and lodging is there if you look.