From fuming mad to a valuable life lesson, I remembered that skiing is supposed to be fun. And yet here I am, on the side of a slalom course at Snowking Resort, and I’m livid. I watch as skiers fly by ...

Come closer so I can see you, because you seem to be coming down with something. You’re trying to focus on that Excel sheet that needs spiffing up, but your mind keeps wandering to the weather tab ...

The Chamonix retreat promised a thoughtful blend of ski instruction and daily yoga, and welcomed women of all abilities.