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.

Is Disneyland Cracking Down on Personal Shoppers and Merchandise Resellers?

By Tom Bell | Published December 7, 2018

According to the Orange County Register, the Disneyland Resort has begun cancelling the Annual Passes of people that Disney has identified as buying merchandise in the parks with the intent to resell it. The Register spoke with Annual Passholder Samantha Cudnohufsky, who started a small personal shipping business four years ago. She received a letter … Is Disneyland Cracking Down on Personal Shoppers and Merchandise Resellers?

Joey Fatone Added to Candlelight Processional Schedule for Dec. 24-25

By Tom Bell | Published December 7, 2018

Epcot has announced that former *NSYNC member Joey Fatone has been added to the Candlelight Processional schedule for December 24th and 25th. Fatone replaces Edward James Olmos who was previously scheduled for those days. No official reason was giving for the cancellation, however Olmos recently mourned the passing of his mother. Candlelight Processional is presented … Joey Fatone Added to Candlelight Processional Schedule for Dec. 24-25

Downtown Disney to Host Toys For Tots Collection on December 8

By Tom Bell | Published December 6, 2018

United States Marine Corp Reserves will once again be on hand in Downtown Disney to collect donations for Toys For Tots on Saturday, December 8 from 10am to 5pm. Donation bins will be set up near the Downtown Disney LIVE! stage to collect new, unwrapped toys valued at $10 or more. If you are unable … Downtown Disney to Host Toys For Tots Collection on December 8

Disneyland’s Appeal Hearing for Fine Related to Legionnaires’ Outbreak Begins

By Tom Bell | Published December 6, 2018

Testimony began this week in the Disneyland Resort‘s appeal to the $33,000 fine that was levied by the California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal-OSHA) related to bacteria inspections of cooling towers located behind the New Orleans Square train station that allegedly were the source of a Legionnaires’ Disease outbreak that affected 22 people last … Disneyland’s Appeal Hearing for Fine Related to Legionnaires’ Outbreak Begins

Disneyland Resort Announces Dates for 2019 Lunar New Year, Food & Wine Festival

By Tom Bell | Published December 6, 2018

The Disneyland Resort has confirmed the dates for 2019’s Lunar New Year Celebration and Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival! Disney California Adventure will once again be celebrating Lunar New Year beginning January 25th and continuing through February 17th. Look for multicultural performances, crafts, food, and merchandise, plus the return of Mulan’s Lunar New … Disneyland Resort Announces Dates for 2019 Lunar New Year, Food & Wine Festival

Golden Globe Nominations Announced for ‘Black Panther,’ ‘Mary Poppins Returns,’ and More

By Tom Bell | Published December 6, 2018

The 2019 Golden Globe nominations were announced today and featured several films from the Disney family of studios, including the first ever Best Picture nomination for a Marvel Studios film. Mary Poppins Returns received four nominations, while Marvel Studios’ Black Panther received three. Ralph Breaks the Internet and Incredibles 2 also received nods. Here are … Golden Globe Nominations Announced for ‘Black Panther,’ ‘Mary Poppins Returns,’ and More

Disney Springs to Host Kingdom Hearts Pop-Up Event Starting December 14

By Tom Bell | Published December 6, 2018 | Updated December 7, 2018

Disney Springs at Walt Disney World will be hosting a pop-up event featuring Kingdom Hearts, the popular role-playing video game series, from December 14th to January 31st. The experience will include a playable demo that will let fans play Kingdom Hearts III before it’s released. There will also be a Keyblade exhibit, with life-size replicas … Disney Springs to Host Kingdom Hearts Pop-Up Event Starting December 14

Celebrate the Holidays at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii

By Tom Bell | Published December 6, 2018

Guests of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa will be saying “Mele Kalikimaka” all December long as the resort celebrates the holidays with special food and events. Throughout the month, meet Mickey and the gang in their Hawaiian Holiday-inspired attire, check out the Aulani Gingerbread House display, and look for special Aulani Resort holiday merchandise. … Celebrate the Holidays at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii

Walt Disney Family Museum to Host ‘Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World’ Exhibit

By Tom Bell | Published December 5, 2018

In celebration of its tenth anniversary, the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco will be hosting an exclusive original exhibition chronicling Mickey Mouse and his influence on art and entertainment. “Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World” will be presented in the Diane Disney Miller Exhibition Hall beginning May 16, 2019. The collection has … Walt Disney Family Museum to Host ‘Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World’ Exhibit

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Offering Gingerbread House Workshop

By Tom Bell | Published December 5, 2018

Each year the pastry chefs of the Disneyland Resort create a gingerbread house in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, but this year the hotel is also offering a chance for hotel guests to build a gingerbread house of their own. A Grand Gingerbread House Experience is available to guests of the … Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Offering Gingerbread House Workshop