No matter which of the Disney parks or resorts you are visiting, everyone knows that the saddest part of any Disney vacation is when it’s time to go home.
Nothing is worse than stepping onto the “Tragical Express” to head back to the airport.

Most of us don’t even make it to the airport before we are already dreaming about and making plans for our next trip… and who doesn’t suffer from a little PDD (Post Disney Depression)?
We spend months and sometimes years planning and waiting for this trip and then before you know it, it’s over.
Therefore, because I love Disney so much and because I know what it is like to suffer from PDD, I have come up with a list of my Top 5 Ways to Bring the Disney Magic Home.
I. Podcasts
WDW Radio-
If you are reading this than chances are that you are more than just your average Disney park go’er.
If that is true for you and you have not checked out the WDW Radio Podcast then you are absolutely missing out!
You can check it out here: http://www.wdwradio.com/category/podcasts/
According to the website: “WDW Radio is the Disney podcast dedicated to enhancing your enjoyment and appreciation of Walt Disney World. Awarded Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years, WDW Radio also features LIVE video broadcasts, blog, videos, a large and welcoming community, and special events.”
As an avid listener, I can tell you that this statement is 100% true in every way. You would be hard pressed to find anyone more passionate or knowledgeable about the Disney “World” then Lou Mongello.

The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast-
This was the very first podcast that I ever listened to and I haven’t stopped in the last 3 years.
This podcast is hosted by twin brothers Tom and Tony Bancroft who are former Disney animators.
Their website states: “The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast provides an entertaining and educational look at animation. Tom Bancroft and Tony Bancroft discuss the art and business of animation with some of the industries biggest talents from Glenn Keane to Brad Bird to Don Hahn.”
At first I was a little bit skeptical about this one, since I obviously am not an animator, and drawing and art have never been a great skill for me. But, I absolutely love hearing about how my favorite Disney characters were created and animated.
If you have even the slightest interest in art or animation then I would absolutely check this podcast out.
http://taughtbyapro.com/category/podcasts/

Creating Disney Magic Podcast-
Lee Cockerell is the former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World® Resort. As the Senior Operating Executive for ten years Lee led a team of 40,000 Cast Members and was responsible for the operations of 20 resort hotels, 4 theme parks, 2 water parks, a shopping & entertainment village.
For the most part Lee’s podcast is geared towards leadership, management and those wanting to grow their customer service skills. But, I still think that it is a great resource for anyone. Through Lee’s podcast I have learned that customer service skills can be used for more than just providing great guest service; these same principles can be adapted and used in our personal lives and relationships as well.
For me, I also love the podcast because Lee is a former executive for Walt Disney World. Disney’s business model and innovative, above and beyond customer service is something that has always intrigued me and for that reason I also love listening to Lee discuss the different strategies they use in the Disney parks.
http://blog.leecockerell.com/category/podcast/

II. Youtube
There is no shortage of Disney related videos on YouTube. Almost every Disney blogger or Instagrammer has a correlating Youtube channel and you can search for almost anything Disney related on YouTube and come up with hundreds of videos. But, these are some of my favorites.
Adam Hattan-
I was turned onto Adam’s YouTube videos about three months ago by a fellow WDW Radio enthusiast.
Adam’s awesome English accent, passion for Disney and fun, bubbly personality make for great videos that are perfect for curing the post-Disney blues.
What I love most about Adam’s videos is that he is always shooting his videos from inside the Disney parks and literally brings the sounds and sights of Disney right to you.
https://m.youtube.com/user/hattantimes

John Saccheri A.K.A Big Fat Panda-
Honestly I can’t tell you how I found John’s YouTube channel because I don’t really remember. But, I can tell you that I have been obsessed with his videos for months.
John’s videos are fun, informative and very entertaining.
John always has a slew of guests and co-hosts that keep the show new and fresh.
https://www.youtube.com/user/thebigfatpanda

III. Blogs
(You may notice that there is a lot of overlap through out this list)
Anyone who knows me, knows that I am a reader. I love to read and it is a regular part of my everyday life.
Therefore, it should come as no surprise that blogs are my favorite and I read them consistently. Also, being a blogger myself, I also try to support as many other blogs as I can.
WDW Radio Blog-
I already told you about Lou’s podcast above but what I didn’t mention is that he also has a blog.
The WDW Radio blog features many different writers, including Lou, who write about all things Disney and provide great information.
http://www.wdwradio.com/category/blog/

The Main Street Gazette-
This blog holds a special place for me as it was one of the big inspirations for starting my own blog.
Ryan’s blog is one of the most consistent I have seen. Ryan has been keeping us regularly and nearly daily up-to-date and informed about all things Disney since 2007!
http://www.mainstgazette.com/
Mouseplanet-
Those of you who follow Disney bloggers and other online personalities will probably recognize the name Jim Korkis.
Jim isn’t just knowledgeable, he is also a story teller and brings personal stories and articles to his blog that no one else could.
“Jim grew up in the Los Angeles area and since the age of five was a frequent visitor to Disneyland. He was an original member of both the Mouse Club and the National Fantasy Fan Club. He attended all the local conventions where he had the opportunity to interview many of the people who actually worked with Walt Disney. Jim describes his house as looking like “a toy shop and a bookstore exploded and I decided to live in the remains”. For over two decades, he has been a freelance writer and a teacher and for a while was a dealer in animation artwork and related resources. His columns concentrate on sharing stories of Disney history that haven’t been recorded elsewhere.”
If you are looking for a personal view of Walt Disney and the things that he created along with his team then Jim’s blog and books are the perfect place to go.
https://www.mouseplanet.com/author/57/Jim_Korkis/

Disney Food Blog-
Who doesn’t go to Disney for the food?!
The Disney Food Blog is one of my favorite resources online for all things Disney food. Disney Food Blog covers it all, from Food Tours to Best Snack and Quick Service lists, and Tips and Tricks for making the most of the Disney Dining Plans. And not only do they have their blog but they also have plethora of You Tube videos and a Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-book.
I am currently using their blog posts and videos as resources to help plan our upcoming trip in November.
http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/

Lessons in Leadership with Lee Cockerell-
Lee Cockerell is the former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World® Resort. As the Senior Operating Executive for ten years Lee led a team of 40,000 Cast Members and was responsible for the operations of 20 resort hotels, 4 theme parks, 2 water parks, a shopping & entertainment village.
What I love about Lee’s blog is that it isn’t just for “Business” people, Entrepreneurs, and CEO’s. Lee’s blog is full of inspiration and truth for everyday people and focuses on everything from being organized in your personal life, to career success, to leadership and management strategies and how important family is.

Also, one of my favorite products that Lee offers is his Morning Magic Planner. On his website Lee provides the template for this planner (FOR FREE).
BUT! This isn’t your typical calendar view, to-do list type planner. The Morning Magic Planner will help you get the most out of everyday and take care of the most important things in your life.
I have been using mine regularly for the past 4 months and I can’t tell you how big of a difference it has made. I am not the most organized person in the world and I am definitely a procrastinator but the Morning Magic Planner has helped me in ways I can’t even describe.
http://blog.leecockerell.com/morning-magic-planner/

IV. Community
WDW Radio- Box People
If you are looking for a community of friends who do life together and share a passion and love of Disney then the WDW Radio Box People group is where it is at!
We meet every Wednesday night courtesy of our “fearless leader” Lou Mongello of WDW Radio to discuss all aspects of the Disney world…but mainly food 😂😂
You won’t find a better group of people, I promise!
So go check out our page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/boxpeople/
And then join us on the WDW Radio Box People page and meet with us tonight at 4:30pm EST

The Disnerds-
If you are a fan of this blog (which I hope you are!) and you want to get up to date Disney information, join in on discussions, and share pictures, countdowns and more then our Disnerds facebook page is the place for you!
Join us at https://www.facebook.com/groups/136406580387687/
V. Home Decor
“Home is where Disney is, when Disney is in the home.”
When you’re back home from your Disney vacation and are already counting down the days until your next trip, one of the best ways to cheer yourself up is to have that Disney magic spread throughout your house.
Disney offers many ways to “Disney-fy” your house from mugs to high end art and collectibles.
These are just a fraction of the places that you can get Disney Decor:
Shop Disney-
The “Home” section of the shopDisney website states that you can “Live your style, in your castle and live the dream everyday.”
They offer a huge selection of housewares: Bed & Bath, Car Accesories, Decor and Lighting, Furniture, Kitchen and much more.
https://www.shopdisney.com/home
Disney’s Home Store
On February 20th Disney announced that they would be opening a brick and mortar store in Downtown Disney, Disneyland that will offer everything home related.
In a press conference, the store was desribed as a “New home store fill of adorable items to make anyone your guest.”
Disney scented candles-
“The Magic Candle Company provides theme park fans with the most magical scents on earth. Our fragrances are the perfect way to bring the smell of the Parks and Resorts home today. Get ready to smell the magic!”
https://magiccandlecompany.com/
