getting back into the swing

Hi

I would like to know what you would recomend for someone getting back
into cross country skiing? I used to ski every winter when i was
younger but now it's been too long i don't know what to look for.
Obviously i am going to go for the wax ski seeing is that i know how
that works and well i is much better. but i'm wondering wether it is
worth getting a package deal at the local sports store or shop
around for something better. Right now i can get the bindings, poles,
boots, and ski's for 300 canadian (no tax) so i'm wondering if i could
get better, and what kind of gear to buy with it.

thank you
jackie