Top 7 Ways to Bring the Disney Magic Home

If you’ve been to Disney, you’ve likely experienced post-Disney depression. If you haven’t yet, just wait until that moment you’re leaving Main Street and take one last glimpse at Cinderella Castle.

The magic doesn’t have to end on the Magical Express ride back to the airport, though! There are so many ways to keep the sights, sounds and smells of Disney World with you even when you’re back to reality.

Here are my top 7 ways to bring the Disney magic home!

Sorcerer Radio

A few years ago I stumbled across Sorcerer Radio, and it was a complete game-changer for me. All Disney music, all day long?! Yes please. They play all of the park and resort music, full ride-throughs of every attraction, AND all of the parades, shows and fireworks soundtracks – from past and present! They also have some great shows with a variety of Disney experts (love the WDW Tiki Room!). It’s the perfect background music during the workday on your computer or app, and now you can play it on Alexa when you get home! Check them out here 🙂

WDW Today Channel App

This was a recent discovery for me but I knew this would quickly become an at-home Disney staple. There’s an app called WDW Today Channel that streams the same in-room channel when you’re staying at a Walt Disney World resort! It’s a new part of my morning routine and I love it – I pull it up on my iPad and have it propped up while I get ready for work. It’s so fun seeing the park times and hearing the music every morning 🙂 Download it here!

WDW Magazine

I just got my first print edition of WDW Magazine and couldn’t be happier! I love their online stuff, but getting the beautiful print version in the mail was even more magical. They do a great job of finding unique topics and angles, and the photography is unbelievable. They have different subscription options (I get it monthly), so be sure to check it out here!

Magic Candle Company

If you haven’t checked out my reviews, be sure to read all about my favorite scents at the Magic Candle Company (click here!). These Disney-inspired candles let you bring the scents of the parks, resorts and attractions into your home. My favorite is the Beach Club inspired scent 🙂

World Drive Cards

What goes around, comes around, so why not spread some magic with a Disney-inspired card?! Check out these magical cards designed by Ryan Pimental. His style is so unique and inspiring – it encompasses that pure Disney excitement when you’re heading down World Drive to the Happiest Place on Earth! Take a look at Ryan’s website here!

Disney Mugs

There’s nothing like starting your day with a cup of coffee in your favorite Disney mug. I’ve collected Disney mugs over the years and always look forward to picking out my next one at the parks or resorts. Helpful tip: make sure to pack your mug in a carry on – I had my last mug break in my checked suitcase (even though it was all bundled and packed up!).

PopSocket Decals

For most of us, our phones are never more than an arms distance away at all times. Why not add a little touch of magic to it so you get to see it every time you reach for your phone?! RSVP Custom Creations makes the cutest Disney-inspired PopSocket decals – I love the Spaceship Earth one! Check out Jackie’s designs here!

Restaurant Review: 50’s Prime Time Cafe

WDW Park Planners Rating:

Location: Hollywood Studios

Hollywood Studios is an incredible park, but there’s room for improvement when it comes to the dining options. 50’s Prime Time is one of the sit-down options at the park, and can definitely use some updating.

Our family has dined at this location many times over the years, with the most recent being last summer. Overall our dinner experience was mediocre, so I don’t think we will be going back any time soon.

In a nutshell, 50’s Prime Time transports you back to – you guessed it – the 1950’s. Your group sits at a table where your waiter “yells” at you to put your phones away, keep your elbows off the table and chew with your mouth closed. Some waiters are funnier/better at the etiquette lessons than others, but it can be a little uncomfortable and annoying at times. It definitely is not a relaxing meal. The menu is focused on home-style cooking and comfort-food, which is okay for dinner but too heavy for lunch. The food itself is okay, but again, there’s some room for improvement.

I truly hope Hollywood Studios starts to swap out a few of their sit-down restaurants in the park or just add some new ones (maybe once Galaxy’s Edge is complete?!). We love this park but struggle to find a good meal.

WDW Park Planners Tip:

Hollywood Studios has some great walk-up options for lunch and dinner. Try out mobile ordering on the app to cut back on your wait times! We love the Backlot Express near the Indiana Jones – tons of indoor and outdoor seating options and good food choices, too!

Disney-Inspired PopSocket Decals

Featured Shop: RSVP Custom Creations

PopSockets have been a game changer for my phone. They are such a simple concept, but I always wonder – how did I live without one on the back of my phone? Being able to customize the PopSocket and add a little touch of magic just makes it that much better!

RSVP Custom Creations has created the CUTEST, Disney-inspired PopSocket decals to add to your phone. Jackie’s designs are perfect for your next trip to Disney – she has designs ranging from Spaceship Earth to Ohana to classic Mickey ears. Check out her online shop and Instagram for all of the latest pictures!

In addition to the awesome PopSocket decals, Jackie also has tons of incredible, one-of-a-kind Magic Band decals. You can see all of the magical designs in her online shop.

If you don’t have a PopSocket, you must try one! And if you don’t have a Disney themed PopSocket, now is your chance!

Check out RSVP Custom Creations and grab your pop socket decals before your next WDW vacation.

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