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.

Good Morning America to Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday, #ShareYourEars by Visiting Every Disney Resort

By Tom Bell | Published November 9, 2018

ABC’s Good Morning America will be celebrating Mickey’s Worldwide Birthday Bash next week with a visit to every Disney Resort around the world! GMA’s Ginger Zee and Disney super-fan Patrice Jenkins, an Illinois teacher, will be making the trip November 12th through November 16th. Each day they will surprise fans in a different resort as … Good Morning America to Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday, #ShareYourEars by Visiting Every Disney Resort

Two New Disneyland Resort Hotel Discounts Can Save You Up To 25% in Early 2019

By Tom Bell | Published November 9, 2018

The Disneyland Resort has released two new discounts that could save you up to 25% on an early 2019 stay at one of the hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Both discount offers are good most Sunday through Thursday nights from January 6 through April 11, 2019. For the first offer, stay at Disney’s Grand Californian … Two New Disneyland Resort Hotel Discounts Can Save You Up To 25% in Early 2019

The Walt Disney Co. 4th Quarter Earnings Report Shows Record Revenue

By Tom Bell | Published November 8, 2018

This afternoon, The Walt Disney Company released their earnings report for the 4th fiscal quarter of 2018, delivering what CFO Christine McCarthy called “a strong finish” to 2018. The report showed record revenue over last year, including phenomenal growth in the Studio Entertainment division. Chairman and CEO Bob Iger said in a statement, We’re very … The Walt Disney Co. 4th Quarter Earnings Report Shows Record Revenue

ESPN Wide World of Sports Will Again Host AdvoCare Invitational Basketball Tournament

By Tom Bell | Published November 7, 2018

Again this year, the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World will play host to the AdvoCare Invitational. The men’s college basketball tournament, which will take place Thanksgiving weekend, November 22nd to 25th, is said to be one of the more competitive preseason tournaments. The teams included in the tournament include 2018 … ESPN Wide World of Sports Will Again Host AdvoCare Invitational Basketball Tournament

It’s Not the Size of the Castle: Holiday Traditions at Disneyland

By Tom Bell | Published November 7, 2018

The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begin this week and it got me thinking about how many wonderful traditions there are during the Christmas season at the Disneyland Resort: The beautiful fireworks that end with snow on Main Street U.S.A., the fun afternoon parade, the classic decorations, the handmade candy canes, the attraction overlays, and … It’s Not the Size of the Castle: Holiday Traditions at Disneyland

Disneyland Resort Releases 2019 Military Discount Ticket Prices

By Tom Bell | Published November 5, 2018

The Disneyland Resort has released their 2019 discounted ticket prices for members of the United States military. The discount is available for “eligible service members,” which includes active or retired members of the U.S. military, including the National Guard, Reservists, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Commissioned Corps of the Public Health Service, and the Commissioned … Disneyland Resort Releases 2019 Military Discount Ticket Prices

Disneyland Resort Shares Some Holiday Shopping Ideas

By Tom Bell | Published October 26, 2018

With the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort fast approaching, the merchandise team has gone into high gear and shared some shopping ideas for the Christmas season. New holiday apparel features patterns inspired by attractions throughout the resort. You’ll find it on “ugly sweaters,” t-shirts, and Minnie headbands. There are also some great new holiday crew … Disneyland Resort Shares Some Holiday Shopping Ideas

World of Disney Celebrates Its Grand Reopening at the Disneyland Resort

By Tom Bell | Published October 26, 2018

After a lengthy refurbishment, the World of Disney store in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort will celebrate its reopening today! The store has been reimagined, with a new open layout that makes shopping even easier. The characters above the entrances are gone, with new understated signs in their place, but the exterior still features … World of Disney Celebrates Its Grand Reopening at the Disneyland Resort

Menus Revealed for 2018 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays Food Kitchens

By Tom Bell | Published October 25, 2018

Walt Disney World has released details of the menus for the 12 Holiday Kitchens that are part of the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays which begins November 18th. This year’s options include a brand new Holiday Kitchen featuring traditional Jewish dishes! This year’s menus include: Bavaria Holiday Kitchen (Germany) Potato Dumpling with Mushroom Sauce … Menus Revealed for 2018 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays Food Kitchens

Disneyland Celebrates 25 Years of ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ with PhotoPass Opportunities

By Tom Bell | Published October 24, 2018

Starting Friday, the Disneyland Resort will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas with some special PhotoPass opportunities! The fan-favorite debuted in theaters on October 29, 1993. At Disney California Adventure, head over to Buena Vista Street for a Magic Shot featuring Oogie Boogie. At the same location, you can … Disneyland Celebrates 25 Years of ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ with PhotoPass Opportunities