x2 on the simulator.
You're in a compromising situation. Larger, heavier planes handle the wind better. But, they can be prone to more damage with hard "landings". Consider the E-Flight Apprentice, after you've bought the simulator..
Put a LOT of time in on the simulator - practicing turns, figure 8's, and of course landings. Don't worry about getting on a runway, just learn how to bring it in, slow it down, and touch down. Precision can come later. Once you can get it up in the sky, actually fly it instead of chasing after it, and land it smoothly somewhere (anywhere) repeatedly, then time to take something like the Apprentice up.
Real Flight actually has a simulated copy of the Apprentice, with SAFE to learn on (and a bazillion other planes). It will also allow you to add wind and wind gusts, so you get a feel for those too.