Memorial Day Weekend Must-Haves

Summer doesn't officially start until June 21, but its unofficial kickoff is just one week from today: Memorial Day 2018. This holiday honors those who've died while serving in the military, and it also gives us a chance to spend time with our loved ones.

Whether you're planning to spend time at the beach, the pool or just in the backyard, we've got just what you need to make the most of the weekend. From pool toys to beach bags and everything in between, here are the Memorial Day must-haves you need to start this summer off with a bang.

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Water Sports Swim Thru Ring (3-pack)
Kids will love creating their own underwater obstacle courses with these innovative, collapsible rings. Adjustable air chambers allow you to change the underwater depth, and there's no assembly required. These rings are great fun for swimmers all ability levels but are recommended for ages 8 and up.

GriIIArt Grill Brush and Scraper
Before you fire up the grill, you'll want to clean off the remnants of last year's char. This extra strong barbecue grill brush has a stainless steel scraper and lets you easily scrub that stubborn gunk away with minimal effort. It has three times more bristles than a traditional grill brush and cleans up to five times faster.

Luxitano Silicone Wine Glasses With Travel Bag
These bendy, BPA-free wine glasses are ideal for the beach, the pool, the boat and everywhere in between. They're lightweight, dishwasher-safe and will never break, shatter or crack like glassware or even traditional plasticware. Plus, the clever designs on each cup help you differentiate which drink belongs to you.

GoFloats Unicorn Party Tube Inflatable Float
Nothing says magical summertime fun quite like a giant unicorn float. This particular float is made of UV-treated vinyl that's 25 percent thicker than the competition, so you can feel confident taking your unicorn to the pool, the lake, the river and the beach. It also features a new rapid valve that allows for inflation and deflation that's up to 10 times faster than traditional floats.

CABINAHOME Waterproof Digital Camera For Kids
This underwater camera will keep kids entertained (and active!) for hours on end all summer long. They can take great pictures and record HD-quality videos in and out of the water. Grownups also like this waterproof digital camera for taking family photos at the pool, the beach, the lake and anywhere else water might put a regular phone or camera at risk.

ban.do Women's Grapefruit Cooler Bag
Have you ever seen a cuter cooler bag?! This stylish sack is perfect for carrying drinks and snacks while keeping them cool. It's made of water-resistant material and has a microfiber EVA lining.

Aqua Stingray Underwater Glider
This brightly colored stingray propels itself through the water and does all kinds of tricks. It glides, boomerangs and spirals upwards, and you can customize its swimming patterns by adjusting the fins. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

GDEALER Waterproof Digital Meat Thermometer
Get an instant, accurate read on the temperature of your meat (no matter what the weather conditions may be) with this best-selling grill thermometer. It can withstand temperatures up to 572 degrees, making it ideal for grilling, barbecuing, deep frying and beyond.

Inflatable Drink Holders (Set of 9)
The whole family will put these fun, versatile drink holders to good use! Each floating drink holder is made of quality PVC plastic and can hold most 12 to 15-ounce drinks. They're ideal for holding bottles, cans and cups with lids. When you're not using them in the pool or the hot tub, they can be great bath toys for kids.

SoHo Mesh Beach Bag
Hands down, this is the best beach bag you'll ever own. It features multiple pockets — including an inside zippered pocket — to store your items while keeping them easily accessible. It's made of durable, high quality mesh that withstands wear and tear from heavy wet towels, sand, kids and everything else summertime throws your way. This bag dries super quickly, and sand falls right through the mesh.

Tidal Storm Hydro Swirl Spinning Sprinkler Outdoor Toy
No pool? No problem! Let the kids (and the young at heart!) cool off and have some serious fun with this spinning sprinkler. It's easy to use and connects to a standard garden hose. Give it a spin to send water flying every whichaway from six different wiggle tubes. Colors may vary.

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