As per a latest report, Italy and China have been declared as best option for ski holidays in Europe as they are economical. Italian and Austrian resorts are considered as the most attractive destinations for skiers and snowboarders, especially for budget-conscious skiers.

An annual report was leaked out by the Post Office's Ski Resort, which compared the price of a six-day lift pass, equipment hire and lunch on the slopes. The resort also compared the price of a week's worth of lessons and drinks in about 30 different resorts.

The report states that Italy and Australia have grabbed seven of the top 12 spots for their beauty and satisfaction to the visitors. The names of seven spots are Livigno, Sestriere, Cervinia and Selva in Italy and Ellmau, Mayrhofen and Schladming in Austria.

Crystal Ski, tour operator, has provided this report without considering accommodation costs or travel. The highest position was accompanied by Bansko, in Bulgaria on the affordable list with a weekly cost of £274 per person.

Kranjska Gora, in Slovenia, has gained the second position with a cost of £326 per person. Livigno, in Italy and Ellmau in Austria took third and fourth position with a cost of £351and £368.