What to Pack for the Long Weekend: 10 Essentials for Memorial Day Weekend Getaways
Posted by Sophie Palmer | Alabama Outdoors on May 8th 2026
Memorial Day Weekend is coming up, and that means a 3-day weekend! What that also means is that this weekend is the perfect time for a small getaway. Whether you’re escaping to the beach or to the mountains, we’ve got all the essentials you’ll need down below.
1. The YETI Rambler Tumbler – 20oz
Perfect for: Trips of all kinds! | Price Point: $
A classic for a reason, the YETI Rambler Tumbler is one of our top travel picks. One of our main brags about this cup is how versatile it is. It can be used in every aspect of travel—from the car ride to the beach. Another bonus? The premium metal build keeps your drink warm or cold for much longer than stereotypical paper or plastic cups do.
Shop this YETI Rambler Tumbler (20oz) here!
2. The Smathers & Branson Toiletry Bag
Perfect for: Trips of all kinds! | Price Point: $$
High-quality, premium Italian leather meets extraordinary needlepoint canvas. All to create the ultimate Toiletry bag. This Smathers & Branson bag transcends traditional travel bags. While we know that packing isn’t the most fun, we can assure you’ll do it in style with this uniquely stitched carry-on.
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3. The TurtleBox Ranger
Perfect for: Trips to the water! | Price Point: $$
The Turtlebox Ranger packs a punch. Magnetic, long-lasting, and weatherproof, this tiny speaker brings it all. Perfect for a day on 30A’s beaches or a hike in the Smokies, we cannot recommend this durable sound system enough.
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4. The Vuori Men's Kore Jogger
Perfect for: The travel days of your trip! | Price Point: $$
Buttery-smooth fabric with high-quality details, the Vuori Men’s Kore Jogger is the ultimate vacation piece. Perfect for long flights or car rides, these pants will ensure your days of heavy travel are done in style and comfort.
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5. The Gentlemen’s Hardware Jet Setter Kit
Perfect for: Trips that need a flight! | Price Point: $
Now, don’t let the name fool you. This Jetsetter kit can be used by everyone—not just gentlemen. With an eye mask for long flights, earplugs for noisy ones, and a cable tidy for all your devices, this kit has it all. Say goodbye to unprepared, exhausting travel. Just sit back, relax, and feel peace knowing you have the Jetsetter Kit tucked away in your pocket.
Shop this Gentlemen’s Hardware Jet Setter Kit here!
6. The Kane Revive Recovery Shoe (Adult and Youth)
Perfect for: Trips of all kinds! | Price Point: $
The Kane Revive Recovery Shoes are the ultimate vacation weekend options. Perfect for showing off your patriotic pride this Memorial Day Weekend, these shoes are easy to slip on and off. An added bonus? They are available in both unisex adult and youth sizes, so you and the kids can recover in matching style!
Shop the Kane Revive in adult sizes here!
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7. The Darling Grey Women’s Flag Long Sleeve Mockneck
Perfect for: The travel days of your trip! | Price Point: $$
A chic travel day option, this mockneck by Darling Grey brings all the patriotic vibes to your MDW getaway! With a high-quality cotton fabrication, this pullover is perfect for the ride (or flight) to your destination.
Shop the Darling Grey Women’s Flag Long Sleeve Mockneck here!
8. The YETI Flip 12 Soft Cooler
Perfect for: Trips to the Water! | Price Point: $$
A soft cooler done right. YETI has created a soft cube build that can support your weekend endeavors, no matter if it's a beach trip or a mountain hike. With a puncture/abrasion-resistant outer shell and a leakproof closure, once you have this cooler, you won’t look back.
9. The Mixologie Men’s Rollerball Cologne
Perfect for: Trips of all kinds! | Price Point: $
Smell great on the go. This Mixologie Cologne is perfectly sized for short-term travel. You could be trying to keep all your toiletries under 3.4 fl oz. Or wanting something that can follow your on-the-go itinerary. No matter what the reasoning is, this cologne is sure to be a hit once you put it on.
Shop this Mixologie Rollerball Cologne here!
10. The TurtleBox Gen 3
Perfect for: Trips of all kinds! | Price Point: $$$
The Turtlebox Gen 3 Speaker is an essential you never realized you needed. This speaker boasts water and sandproof technology, making it perfect for a beach getaway. Even if you aren’t going to the beach, you can still use this premium sound system at home or in the mountains. It just so happens to be that versatile.
Shop the Turtlebox Gen 3 here!
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