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.

Get Tickets Now For Ralph Breaks VR, Opening Nov. 21 at Disney Springs, Downtown Disney

By Tom Bell | Published November 14, 2018

Beginning today, tickets can be purchased for Ralph Breaks VR, a new hyper-reality experience by ILMxLAB. The new adventure based on the upcoming film Ralph Breaks the Internet will be available at The VOID in Downtown Disney and Disney Springs beginning November 21st. During the game, guests will be immersed in the world of the … Get Tickets Now For Ralph Breaks VR, Opening Nov. 21 at Disney Springs, Downtown Disney

Walt Disney World Passholders to Get Early Access to Mickey’s 90th Celebration Merchandise

By Tom Bell | Published November 14, 2018

Walt Disney World has announced a V.I.PASSHOLDER Pop-up Merchandise Event which will give Annual Passholders first access to new Mickey’s 90th Celebration merchandise. The event will take place at Mickey’s Star Trader and Merchant of Venus at the Magic Kingdom on November 16th from 7:30am to 9:00am. Merchandise available will include: Let’s Celebrate Mickey Mouse! … Walt Disney World Passholders to Get Early Access to Mickey’s 90th Celebration Merchandise

Disneyland Resort Gives Back to Anaheim Job Training Program

By Tom Bell | Published November 14, 2018

Recently, the Disneyland Resort announced a $600,000 donation to Chrysalis, a non-profit organization that helps people find and retain study jobs. So far, the organization has helped over 60,000 California residents. The donation will help Chrysalis open a new facility in Anaheim, thereby extending its reach in Orange County. Disneyland will also provide its Disney … Disneyland Resort Gives Back to Anaheim Job Training Program

Limited-Time Offerings to Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday at Disney Springs, Downtown Disney

By Tom Bell | Published November 13, 2018

With the 90th birthday of Mickey Mouse coming up on Sunday, the merchandising minds at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World and Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort have come up with some fun ways to celebrate! First, the #ShareYourEars campaign to raise money for Make-A-Wish continues through Saturday and both locations have installed a … Limited-Time Offerings to Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday at Disney Springs, Downtown Disney

Disney Cruise Line Wins Gold Badges from U.S. News & World Report

By Tom Bell | Published November 13, 2018

For the sixth consecutive year, Disney Cruise Line has received top honors from U.S. News & World Report in their annual rankings. In the just-released 2019 rankings, U.S. News once again named Disney #1 for families and #1 in the Caribbean! The rankings are based on several categories, including ship quality, reputation, health assessments, price … Disney Cruise Line Wins Gold Badges from U.S. News & World Report

Casey’s Corner to Celebrate the Holidays with the 12 Days of Christmas Dogs

By Tom Bell | Published November 10, 2018

Casey’s Corner at the Magic Kingdom will be upgrading their Hot Dogs of the Month promotion for the holidays by offering the 12 Days of Christmas Dogs! Each of the 2018 Hot Dogs of the Month will be offered again for one day only beginning December 14th. Visit the popular Main Street USA eatery for … Casey’s Corner to Celebrate the Holidays with the 12 Days of Christmas Dogs

Walt Disney World Passholders to Receive Free Magnet During Festival of the Holidays

By Tom Bell | Published November 9, 2018

Walt Disney World Annual Passholders have another free magnet to look forward to when the 2018 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays begins on November 18th. This time around, the magnet features a festive Goofy! Visit Mouse Gear or Port of Entry on your first visit to the Festival of the Holidays to receive the … Walt Disney World Passholders to Receive Free Magnet During Festival of the Holidays

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