As the July 2017 youth trends reveal, summer continues to be the ultimate time for outdoor play. Whether it is in the backyard or on a cruise ship, parents are making sure their kids are enjoying the outdoors as much as possible.
When it comes to at-home accessories for outdoor play, nothing beats a swing. To bring a new element of fun to the swinging experience, the Galaxy Swing Company recently debuted a product called the Galaxy 360 Swivel Tree Swing, which rotates a full 360-degrees.
Of course, outdoor play isn't simply limited to the playground and the backyard. As the July 2017 youth trends reveal, even travel companies such as cruise ship operators are thinking about how to keep kids active. As a result, new attractions such as Carnival Cruises' WaterWorks water park and Disney Cruises' Marvel Day events have become popular among families.
Top 40 Youth Ideas in July
From 360-Degree Swiveling Swings to Cruise Ship Water Parks:
Katherine Pendrill — Jul 30, 2017 — Life-Stages
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Expressive Toy Wearables
Hasbro's Hanazuki Toy Range Helps to Connect Kids with Their Emotions
38
Outdoor Multi-Age Playgrounds
BAM's Indigo Playgrounds are Designed for Children of Varying Ages
37
Child-Friendly Smartwatches
The Pomo Waffle Helps You Keep an Eye on Your Kids
36
Customizable Cartoon Jewelry
Origami Owl's Despicable Me Pieces Can Be Personalized with Charms
35
Connected Superhero Toys
The Sphero Spider-Man Toy Connects to a Network for Software Updates
34
Pop-Up Toy Cafes
The Shopkins Macaron Café Brings the Collectible Playsets to Life
33
Educational Transgender Toys
Gender Creative Kids Canada is Launching a Toy About Gender Identity
32
Colorful Accessorized Inhalers
The 'Hue' Inhaler Stops Kids with Asthma from Being Self-Conscious
31
Vehicular Support Pillows
The 'CarRide' Travel Neck Support Keeps Kids Resting Upright in the Car
30
Dry-Erase Board Games
This DIY Board Game Kit Boasts a Reusable Base and Cards
29
Barbie Style Books
The Instagram Handle @Barbiestyle is Publishing a Book of the Doll's Best Looks
28
Folding Block Toy Boxes
The 'Teebee' Portable Toy Box Works with Popular Building Blocks
27
Adjustable Children's Rain Coats
The Scout Rain Jacket Can Be Adapted Vertically and Horizontally
26
Craft-Inspired Painted Vases
The 'Black Magic Collection' Was Inspired by Layered Crayon Drawings
25
Superhero-Inspired Kids Clothing
PUMA x Justice League Lets Kids Dress Like Their Favorite Hero
24
Code-Teaching Computer Puzzles
The 'Turing Tumble' Mechanical Puzzle Teaches the Basics of Coding
23
Cruise Ship Water Parks
Dr. Seuss WaterWorks is a Whimsical Water Park Aboard the Carnival Horizon
22
Gesture-Controlled Cartoon Toys
Wow! Stuff's RC Minions are Powered by Heliball Flight Technology
21
Cult Cartoon Cookbooks
A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Cookbook Has Series-Inspired Recipes
20
Mess-Catching Ice Cream Holders
The 'DripStick' Popsicle Holder Prevents Drips and Spills for Kids
19
360-Degree Swiveling Swings
The Galaxy 360 Swivel Tree Swing is Heavy Duty for Kids or Adults
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Drag Queen Storytelling Sessions
Toronto's Library is Hosting Drag Queen Storytime Events for Kids
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Empowering Fairy Tales
Rebel Girls 2 Features More Inspirational Female Figures
16
Elephant-Shaped Child Chairs
This Child-Friendly Furniture is Both Adorable and Minimalist
15
Virtual Driving Lessons
Aceable Uses VR to Reduce Car-Related Deaths
14
Toy-Included Gen Z Magazines
'Mixit' is a New Magazine for Young Girls Ages Four to Nine
13
Storytelling Wallpapers
'Magic Wallpaper' Provides Hundreds of Children's Stories
12
Conductive Dough Toys
Dough Universe's 'Electro Dough' for Kids Teaches STEAM Principles
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Storytelling Branded Bandages
The Nike 'Badge of Honor' Bandages Encourage Kids to 'Get Back Up'
10
Coincidental Discovery Toys
Sony's 'toio' Lets Kids Build and Play with Robotics
9
Cooperative Survival Games
Sub Terra is an Award-Winning Survival Game for Up to Six Players
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Disney Character Deck Parties
Disney Cruises' Marvel Day at Sea Brings Marvel Characters to Life
7
Curiosity-Based Apps
The Curiosity App Spotlights Fun Facts, Articles and Makes Learning Fun
6
Language-Teaching Tile Games
'Chineasy Tiles' Encourage People to Learn Chinese Through Gameplay
5
Gen Z-Targeted Magazines
'Teen Boss' is a Newly Launched Entrepreneurial Magazine for Generation Z
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Child-Friendly Headphones
The Puro Bt2200 System Remains at Safe Listening Levels for Children
3
Sushi Ferris Wheels
Japanese Toy Manufacturer Takara Tomy Created a Mini Sushi Ferris Wheel
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Sushi-Themed Strategy Games
'Sushi Go Party!' is an Award-Winning Family Pick and Pass Card Game
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Camouflage-Inspired Card Games
The Chameleon is a Family Game That Encourages Blending In
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Rural Running Vacations
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Sun-Soaked Youthful Fashion Campaign
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Nature-Centered City Campaigns
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Indoor Golf Simulator Lounges
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Modular Eco-Friendly Jewelry
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Nature-Themed Jewelry Releases
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Heritage Lifestyle Collections
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Expansive Summertime Cafe Menus
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Tropical-Inspired Energy Drink Flavors
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Anniversary Doll Capsules
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AI-Powered STEM Camp Directories
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Innovative Outdoor Advertising Campaigns
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Solar Eclipse Voyages
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Interactive Educational Toy Lines
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Summer Pop-Up Spas
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Kindness-Focused Travel Campaigns
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Advanced School Safety Innovations
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Interactive Juice Boxes
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Relaxed Luxury Fashion Collections
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AI-Powered Adventure Apps
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Nature-Connected Lifestyle Campaigns
Wild Planet Has Launched Its 'Go Wild' Campaign
Summer Camp-Inspired Travel Experiences
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Luxury Travel-Ready Summer Programming
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Debuts New Offerings
Toy-Inspired Music-Themed Workshops
The LEGO Group Launches Its Final Creativity Workshop of 2025
Whimsical Nature-Inspired Playscapes
Moment Factory Has Designed and Produced Curiosity Cove
Summer-Ready Utilitarian Fashion
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Canadian-Made Cruise Collections
SHAN's Cruise 2026 Line Features Fluid Silhouettes
Holiday-Ready Toy Product Lilnes
Crayola Has Unveiled Its 2025 Holiday Product Lineup
Bathing Culture-Inspired Waterfront Events
Therme Group Ran Culture of Bathe-Ing
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City Chase Combines Outdoor Exploration with Fun, Strategic Gameplay
Snack-Inspired Pool Packs
The Garden Veggie Splash Pack Shares Playfully Shaped Summer Essentials
Adult Social Clubs
Social Club 150 Offers In-Person Events to Connect Adults in Their 40s - 60s+
Drink Coaster Phone Cases
The Ultimate Signal-Free Party by Captain Morgan Encourages Presence
Mix-and-Match Scented Bracelets
Jelly Bands Simplify Jewelry-Making with Snappable Beads
Outdoors-Inspired Kids Apparel
Kyte Baby Unveils Its Yellowstone + Yosemite Collection
Summertime Pizzeria Party Promotions
Chuck E. Cheese Ultimate Summer of Fun Has Several Offers
Hybrid Indoor Play Spaces
Jumpin' Jellybeans Expertly Merges Play with Wellness
Hybrid STEM Activity Kits
Brainstorm's Science Activity Kits Pair Hands-On Play & Online Tutorials
Family-Focused Resort Promotions
Beaches Resorts Has Launched Its Annual Fall Fam Jam Promotion
Soccer-Inspired RV Platform Initiatives
RV Rental Platform Outdoorsy Targets Soccer Fans
Swimming-Focused Branding Initiatives
British Swim School Debuts Jump on It Campaign
Infrared Sauna Workout Promotions
HOTWORX Launches the Cruise into Fall Promotion
Dual-Function Play Swings
The Birddy Swing Feeds Birds When Kids Aren’t Playing
Adventure Destination Platforms
Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors Connects Travelers to Activities
Brand Range Expansions
Hunter Bell Expands into Swimwear and Childrenswear with Playful Prints
Puzzle Cube-Inspired Projectors
The TCL PlayCube Swivels to Allow for Sturdy Operation
Holiday-Themed Hospitality Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Announces Its Holiday Plans
Multi-Ship Cruise Expansions
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Cruise Line-Approved Frozen Treats
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App-Enabled Calming Baby Gear
The Evenflo Home Collection Integrates SensorySoothe Technology
Activity Gear Billboards
Ocean Spray's Reclaim Happy Hour Activation Got Australians Up & Moving
Heritage Sound Playgrounds
Hornscape Playground transforms play into a musical experience
Outdoor-Focused Portable Power Solutions
EcoFlow Expands with Three New Comfort-Focused Products
Vacation-Themed Children's Sleepwear
The Petit Lem Tropicana Collection Spotlights Vibrant Prints
Customizable Tanning Pools
SLOOSH Launched a Mix-and-Match Inflatable Tanning Pool Collection
Colorful Poolside Art Inflatables
The Cdm30 Lounger Turns Kinetic Art into a Bold Summer Float
Soccer-Themed Cruise Experiences
Princess Cruises Will Deliver the 2026 FIFA World Cup Coverage
Adjustable Garden Pavilions
Michael Jantzen’s Interactive Garden Pavilion Uses 30 Hinged Panels
All-in-One Splash Pads
The Turtle Splash & Bubbles is a Splash Pad and Bubble Maker in One
Low-Cost Back-to-School Campaigns
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Immersive Store Screens
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Convenience-Focused Rotating Shoe Racks
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Tech-Friendly Beach Chairs
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Travel-Focused Summer Campaigns
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Budget-Friendly Vacation Partnerships
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Outdoor Furniture Relaunch
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Woman-Focused Travel Companies
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Locally Inspired Cruise Experiences
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Extended Australian Voyages
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Themed Hotel Bars
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Accessible Sailing Instruction Programs
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Mediterranean-Inspired Luggage Capsules
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Adult-Only Cruise Partnerships
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Modular Friendly Travel Systems
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Spring-Forward Cruise Offers
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Collector Puzzle Pirate Ships
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Tour Operator Travel Packages
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