(sailingeurope.com) – If you are new to chartering this post runs down some of the items you should be thinking about. Think about where you want to sail, not only the destination but wind conditions. If you are interested in improving your sailing skills a number of charters include teaching segments. Decide on the type of boat, a catamaran or monohull, you can even choose a skippered boat or bareboat, where you act as skipper. Once you figure out what boat you want then turn to the people on board. What clothes to bring along with what medications to take with you as well. The article goes on to discuss chartering with children and pets. Read more.