DON’T GET COLD FEET

Chill out… your ski trip will be easy to plan with our top tips, says Nigel Thompson

PAUL MCDAID

Organising your first winter sports holiday can be a bit intimidating. You don’t want to be that “All the gear, no idea!’’ person on the slopes and it does have a reputation of being an expensive break.

So how much is it going to cost? What clothes and equipment do beginners need? Where is the best resort or country? How can you get in shape for what is, after all, an active getaway?

We asked the experts at Crystal Ski Holidays for handy pre-trip tips and their favourite resorts for learning...

BEFORE YOU GO Core values

Although you might think your leg muscles are the most important for skiing and snowboarding, it’s actually your core that does most of the work.

Strong and stable core muscles will help you pick up skiing quickly and maintain stability as you glide down the mountains.

So around 12 weeks before your