A weekend away… what will you need?

{This post is sponsored by U by Kotex.}When I pulled out of my driveway, Saturday morning at 7AM, I realized that for the next three weeks I will really only be home for 2.5 days.  How crazy is that?!  And, lucky for me, it is a for a great ratio of fun and work!  {Gotta love when the fun balances out, or *gasp* outweighs the work!}   As a wedding planner and marketing consultant {oh and let’s not forget about the blogger hat too!} when I pack to get out of town, I need to pack a ton of random odds and ends.  Who else do you know that has to pack everything from cake servers to a yoga mat to a full size pillow to emergency supplies?!   This girl. {Please envision that cheesy pose with my thumbs up, pointing back at me.}   My long-time friend Caitlin needed a co-pilot for her move to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.  After spending the last couple of days in their entirety, in an overstuffed car on I-95, with two beagles and all of her belongings, I feel like I am a semi-expert in how to pack and what to pack when leaving town for a couple of days.        I wanted to give you a little glimpse into my popup office and my must have traveling supplies with you today!  While my bag is always over stuffed and full of random odds and ends, these are my weekend away/popup office faves:A large tote and/or bag with wheels, preferably one with sequins and/or glitter.  I am absolutely loving both my sequined canvas tote and my brand new zebra print rolly bag! Comfy, yet stylish clothes.  I can’t go anywhere without my hat, sunnies, and sandals.  
A spill proof travel mug.  If you haven’t experienced the amazingness of Contigo Mugs yet… you need to get on that.  They won’t spill.  Even if they are upside down in your bag.  Basic office supplies.  With all the jobs I have, unfortunately as weekends away aren’t complete without my popup office.  I typically keep scissors, tape, a notebook, post-its, pens and at least one planner with me at all times.   

   Toiletries.  You know you need the essentials like hair products, makeup and a toothbrush.   But let’s not forget about the unmentionables that need to be mentioned.  U by Kotex® offers a full line of feminine care products for periods including pads, liners and tampons. Outstanding protection that keeps you one step ahead.  U by Kotex®  has a bunch of new products that not only take care of the job, but they have brilliant and colorful packaging that you will love!  Try the U by Ultra Kotex® Thin Pads with 3D Capture Core, a one-of-a-kind center that locks away wetness to help stop leaks.  U by Kotex is also giving away FREE SAMPLES so you can prepare for your weekend away!  Try them out for yourself by clicking here!    

Food.  I don’t care who you are, but when you are traveling you need to be prepared with snacks.  Especially if you are like me and you have a weird and specific diet.  I am always prepared with lara bars, fruit and water.  And I always know where the nearest Chipotle is!

Pack your yoga mat.  Or running shoes.  Whatever your outlet is, be prepared.  I am currently on a PiYo kick.  And even if it is the middle of a vacation, it is worth waking up and doing a few minutes of your favorite exercise to stay on track and keep up with your fitness routines.

Outwear gear.  Whether you are going somewhere at the end of the summer or beginning of fall {I am in Ft. Lauderdale, FL this week and the Outer Banks of NC this weekend for work} be prepared with appropriate outer gear.  The first half of my week I will be needing tank tops during the day.  This weekend I will need a sweater as the temps are dropping on the Carolina beaches in the evenings.

So what do you think?  What else do you pack when you head out of town for a weekend?  Do you work from home or on the road?  What do you have in your popup office?

Many thanks to U by Kotex for sponsoring this post!  Now pack your bags, get out there and have a lovely few days away from home!