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.

It’s Not the Size of the Castle: Leaving Boxes Unchecked

By Tom Bell | Published October 10, 2018

I was with friends at Disneyland recently on a very, VERY busy day. The parks were packed and the FASTPASS and MaxPass system was down. This was not our first trip and wouldn’t be our last trip to the Disneyland Resort, so there wasn’t THAT pressure, but we still wanted to experience something in the … It’s Not the Size of the Castle: Leaving Boxes Unchecked

Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple Ending at Disneyland Park

By Tom Bell | Published October 9, 2018 | Updated October 10, 2018

The Orange County Register has confirmed that Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple will soon end its performances in Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park. The update to Jedi Training Academy will have its last group of young trainees on November 3rd. The Disneyland Resort issued a brief statement: “At the Disneyland Resort, we continually refine and … Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple Ending at Disneyland Park

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Debuts Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug

By Tom Bell | Published October 9, 2018 | Updated October 12, 2018

UPDATE 10/12/18: The Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug is heading west and will soon be available at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar in the Disneyland Hotel at the Disneyland Resort. The mug, will be debut on October 16th, beginning at 7am. There is a limit of 2 per guest. The Disneyland version of the mug is … Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Debuts Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug

Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Eliminates Lunch, Dinner a la Carte Menus

By Tom Bell | Published October 9, 2018

In the wake of the updated character dining experience that began this summer, Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is making even more changes! Starting tomorrow, a la carte lunch service will be discontinued. Mickey’s Tales of Adventure had offered breakfast every day, plus brunch on the weekends, but now the brunch … Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Eliminates Lunch, Dinner a la Carte Menus

Conde Nast Traveler Readers Honor Disney Cruise Line in Two Categories

By Tom Bell | Published October 9, 2018

Each year, readers of Conde Nast Traveler rank the best cruise lines in the world, and once again this year, Disney Cruise Line is among the winners! More than 429,000 readers voted during the survey and for the seventh year in a row, Disney Cruise Line was ranked number one for Large Ships (2,500-4,000 passengers) … Conde Nast Traveler Readers Honor Disney Cruise Line in Two Categories

Man Suing for Negligence, False Arrest After Being Forced to Move for Magic Kingdom Parade

By Tom Bell | Published October 4, 2018

A New York man is suing Walt Disney Parks and Resorts after a 2015 encounter in which he was forced to move out of the parade route in front of Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom. Mark Rubin, 57, was visiting Walt Disney World with his girlfriend and intended to propose in front of the … Man Suing for Negligence, False Arrest After Being Forced to Move for Magic Kingdom Parade

Disney Cruise Line Previews the Disney Wonder’s Upcoming Visit to the Mexican Riviera

By Tom Bell | Published October 4, 2018

Later this week, the well-traveled Disney Wonder begins thawing out from her summer in Alaska with a visit to the Mexican Riviera. There is just one remaining 7-Night Mexican Riviera sailing this year, but the Wonder will sail there five times in 2019 and already has two dates scheduled in early 2020! The Mexican Riviera … Disney Cruise Line Previews the Disney Wonder’s Upcoming Visit to the Mexican Riviera

Disneyland Resort Announces 2019-20 Ambassadors

By Tom Bell | Published October 4, 2018

UPDATE: Take a peek below to watch the special cavalcade that took place today at Disneyland. Continuing the tradition that Walt Disney began more than 50 years ago, today the Disneyland Resort announced their Ambassador team for 2019-2020! New Ambassadors Justin Rapp and Rafa Barron will act as representatives of the more than 30,000 Disneyland … Disneyland Resort Announces 2019-20 Ambassadors

Disneyland Resort to Feature Rainbow Treats for Unofficial Gay Days Weekend

By Tom Bell | Published October 3, 2018

Although Gay Days in an unofficial event, every year the Disneyland Resort features a menu of special rainbow colored treats and highlights their rainbow merchandise, and this year is no exception. Gay Days Anaheim is typically held the first weekend in October, with this year’s gathering taking place October 5-7, 2018. While some of the … Disneyland Resort to Feature Rainbow Treats for Unofficial Gay Days Weekend

Disney Planning Live-Action ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Remake

By Tom Bell | Published October 3, 2018

The Hollywood Reporter has learned that Disney is planning a live-action remake of the 2002 animated feature, Lilo & Stitch. The film is expected to be a live-action/computer generation hybrid and is being produced by Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich, who are also producing the live-action remake of Aladdin. Mike Van Waes (The Crooked Man, … Disney Planning Live-Action ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Remake