Here’s What to Pack for Every Ski Trip

As long as you stick to a few basic principles, you'll be warm, dry, and comfortable on the slopes this winter.

TRAVEL TODAY Skiing Here's What to Pack for Every Ski Trip On a recent trip to Club Med Val-d'Isère in the French Alps, I decided to take a ski lesson. I had skied a total of three times before—each attempt at least a year apart—but this was my first time getting real instruction. I showed up on the slopes, where I met my French instructor, François. He immediately pointed out that I wasn't wearing gloves. I had forgotten to pack them. "Have you even heard of winter sports?" he asked me. He handed me a spare pair that he kept in his backpack. At least a friend back home had let me borrow her ski pants. "Real tourist aren't you?" After a few runs down the slope, I still struggled getting on the magic carpet. "Why is this the hardest part?" I asked. François was quick with the reply: "You didn't bring the two things you need for skiing: gloves and muscle." Teasing aside, François was a great instructor, and I really improved during our session. At some point, I just started laughing along with him—so not only did I learn to ski, I learned about the French sense of humor. But if you don't want to be a "real tourist" like me, then get yourself some warm ski pants, a good pair of gloves, and maybe a lower body workout. The last one is optional, but François would approve! READ NOW READ NOW Taylor McIntyre Visual Editor Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products and services; you can learn more about our review process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. Tech & Gear We Hit the Slopes and Put a Bunch of Skis to the Test—Here's What We Recommend read more Style The 15 Best Ski Clothing Brands of 2021 read more Style 11 Ski Gloves That Are Waterproof, Breathable, and Seal Out Snow read more Tech & Gear 9 Ski Goggles That Stand Up to All the Elements on the Slopes read more Tech & Gear Make a Good Day on the Hill Great With These Ski-Focused Backpacks read more Style These Women's Ski Pants Will Keep You Warm and Dry During a Day on the Slopes read more Tech & Gear Keep Your Fingers and Toes Functional on Your Next Ski Trip With These Hand Warmers read more Style These Thermal Layers Wick Away Moisture, Keep Heat Trapped Inside, and Dry Quickly read more VACATION LIKE A PRO You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Travel Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here A DOTDASH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10005 © 2021 Dotdash.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.

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15-Minute Homemade Queso Fresco

A crumbly, tangy fresh cheese used widely in Latin American cuisine.

15-Minute Homemade Queso Fresco Queso fresco is a tangy, crumbly fresh cheese that crumbles more than it melts, similarly to feta cheese. It's the perfect addition to recipes like arepas, Mexican street corn, pasta salad, and eggs. READ MORE More Tips to Try How Long Cheese Can Last in the Fridge Learn More Should You Eat Your Cheese Rinds? Learn More The Best Nut and Cheese Pairings Learn More 3-Minute Fried Halloumi Cheese Meze Learn More The Spruce Eats on YouTube 10 Holiday Appetizers for All Your Seasonal Parties Watch & Learn TRY OUR NEWEST RECIPES German Spaetzle Salmon Noodle Casserole Crock Pot Broccoli Cheese Dip Did somebody forward you this email? Sign Up for Cooking School by The Spruce Eats Newsletter! Have feedback? Send us an email at contact@thespruceeats.com, subject line: Newsletter Feedback. Follow us:   You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to Cooking School by The Spruce Eats newsletter. Unsubscribe © 2021 Dotdash.com — All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. A DOTDASH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10005