What to know about gear, ski passes, classes and more. By Elaine Glusac Elaine Glusac is the Frugal Traveler columnist, focusing on budget-friendly tips and journeys. For novices, downhill skiing can ...

For many parents the idea of whisking your family off to the mountains one winter and learning to ski is a potent daydream. But it’s also strewn with both potential pitfalls and actual physical falls ...