AUTHOR: Tom Bell

Tom is the former host/producer of the Disneyland Edition podcast and is currently the co-host of the Connecting With Walt podcast, plus is also providing Disneyland content from the parks. He enjoys traveling with friends and spending time with family, including his son and grandson. In his spare time he volunteers with Scouts BSA and Cub Scouts, and helped found his son's former Cub Scout Pack. His favorite Disneyland attraction is Space Mountain.

Beaches and Cream at Disney’s Beach Club Resort to be Closed for Several Months

By Tom Bell | Published February 1, 2019

We’ve learned that Beaches & Cream Soda Shop at Disney’s Beach Club Resort will be closed for several months this fall to undergo renovation. The popular restaurant will close in early August and is expected to reopen in December. A satellite location will be available during the closure, plus Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort … Beaches and Cream at Disney’s Beach Club Resort to be Closed for Several Months

New Video Follows Construction Manager at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

By Tom Bell | Published January 31, 2019

A new video in the Disney Parks Blog’s “Every Role a Starring Role” series follows Kristina Dewberry, a  Construction Manager for Walt Disney Imagineering, behind the scenes of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park. Dewberry is the logistics manager, making sure everything entering or leaving the construction site happens in the most efficient (and … New Video Follows Construction Manager at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Guest Climbs From Space Mountain at Disneyland Forcing Ride’s Closure

By Tom Bell | Published January 31, 2019 | Updated February 1, 2019

UPDATE 02/01/19: Space Mountain reopened today after an inspection and initial investigation of Tuesday’s incident by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health. Source: Orange County Register There were several unconfirmed reports on social media yesterday that a guest had “fallen” from Disneyland Park‘s Space Mountain attraction on Tuesday afternoon, however it appears that … Guest Climbs From Space Mountain at Disneyland Forcing Ride’s Closure

Disneyland Resort Helps Build First Ramped Playground in Anaheim

By Tom Bell | Published January 30, 2019

Last weekend, cast members from the Disneyland Resort partnered with volunteers from the city of Anaheim and Anaheim Family YMCA to build a new accessible playground at Barton Park in Anaheim. The 300 volunteers worked together to build the 11th Disney-sponsored KaBOOM! playground in Anaheim in just six hours. The newest playground includes features that … Disneyland Resort Helps Build First Ramped Playground in Anaheim

White Water Snacks Has Reopened with an Updated Menu, Mobile Ordering

By Tom Bell | Published January 29, 2019

White Water Snacks, the quick serve location at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, reopened recently with a brand new menu! We’ve already updated the new menu on The DIS, but now the Disney Parks Blog has shared some pictures of the new food items that we thought your would enjoy. Disneyland has also confirmed … White Water Snacks Has Reopened with an Updated Menu, Mobile Ordering

V.I.PASSHOLDER Pop-Up Event on Jan. 31 Celebrates New Minnie Donut Ears

By Tom Bell | Published January 28, 2019

Walt Disney World is giving its Annual Passholders the chance to pick up the new Minnie Donut Ears before Disney’s Hollywood Studios even opens on January 31st with its next V.I.PASSHOLDER Pop-up Event. Visit Hollywood Studios from 7am to 9am on Thursday for an opportunity to purchase the new ears that are part of the … V.I.PASSHOLDER Pop-Up Event on Jan. 31 Celebrates New Minnie Donut Ears

Black Panther Returning to Theaters for Black History Month After Screen Actors Guild Win

By Tom Bell | Published January 28, 2019

Following last night’s historic win for Black Panther at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Disney CEO Bob Iger has announced that the hit film will return to theaters for Black History Month. Black Panther won for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture, the first super hero movie and the highest grossing movie … Black Panther Returning to Theaters for Black History Month After Screen Actors Guild Win

Hepatitis A Case Reported at Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

By Tom Bell | Published January 28, 2019

Following November’s confirmed case of hepatitis A at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs, there’s word of another hepatitis A case being reported at Walt Disney World. The new case has been connected to a food service worker at Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The case was reported to the Florida Department … Hepatitis A Case Reported at Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

Steamboat Willie Refillable Popcorn Bucket Coming for Disneyland Annual Passholders

By Tom Bell | Published January 28, 2019 | Updated March 8, 2019

UPDATE: New hand-painted Steamboat Willie popcorn buckets will be available to Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders on March 12th! $1 refills will be available for both the new and original buckets through April 5th. Source: @DisneylandAP As part of the Get Your Ears On-A Mickey and Minnie Celebration, the Disneyland Resort is introducing a new Steamboat … Steamboat Willie Refillable Popcorn Bucket Coming for Disneyland Annual Passholders

My Favorite Foods from Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure

By Tom Bell | Published January 28, 2019

The annual Lunar New Year Celebration at Disney California Adventure kicked off this weekend, with food, entertainment, food, crafts, food, and characters. The culinary choices were expanded this year, with four booths, instead of the usual three, so there was even more food to try. Being the dedicated reporter that I am, I visited every … My Favorite Foods from Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure