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.

More Dining Options Coming to Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios This Fall

By Tom Bell | Published September 2, 2020 | Updated September 11, 2020

Walt Disney World has announced some fun new dining options coming to Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall, including the reopening of Cinderella’s Royal Table. Guests will once again be able to enjoy dining inside Cinderella Castle for lunch or dinner when Cinderella’s Royal Table reopens on September 24th. Guests will dine on … More Dining Options Coming to Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios This Fall

Disneyland Shares Look at First Steel for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Now Delayed to 2023

By Tom Bell | Published September 1, 2020 | Updated September 2, 2020

Ken Potrock, President of the Disneyland Resort, share a picture and video on Instagram of the first steel going up on Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disneyland Park. Potrock also announced that the project, which was originally scheduled for 2022, has been delayed until 2023. I am thrilled to share my “Happiest View on … Disneyland Shares Look at First Steel for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Now Delayed to 2023

PixarFest Online Event to Celebrate 25 Years of ‘Toy Story’ and Pixar

By Tom Bell | Published August 28, 2020

Pixar is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the release of Toy Story with a month-long online event. PixarFest begins August 31st and will include digital activities, Disney+ watchalongs, new merchandise, and more. The PixarFest watchalong film schedule includes new and old favorites. Watch along with your friends on Disney+: September 5 – Onward September 12 … PixarFest Online Event to Celebrate 25 Years of ‘Toy Story’ and Pixar

California Shares New COVID-19 Guidelines, Limited Indoor Dining Could Return to Downtown Disney Soon

By Tom Bell | Published August 28, 2020 | Updated September 8, 2020

UPDATE 09/08/20: As anticipated, Orange County has moved to the Substantial (red) tier, which should allow Downtown Disney restaurants to reopen indoor dining with 25% capacity. Orange County now has daily new cases of 4.9 per 100,000 residents with a test positivity rate of 4.2%. In order to drop another tier, the county would need … California Shares New COVID-19 Guidelines, Limited Indoor Dining Could Return to Downtown Disney Soon

Swan and Dolphin Resort Announces Sip, Savor & Stay Saturdays

By Tom Bell | Published August 27, 2020 | Updated October 23, 2020

UPDATE 10/23/20: The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort has corrected the price for next Friday’s Food & Wine Classic: Limited Edition. The updated price for October 30th event-only tickets is now $110 per person. UPDATE 09/28/20: The Swan and Dolphin Resort has extended their Sip, Savor & Stay event with an additional night … Swan and Dolphin Resort Announces Sip, Savor & Stay Saturdays

Fall and Halloween Treats Coming Soon to Walt Disney World

By Tom Bell | Published August 27, 2020

While some things may be a little different this fall, guests can still count on the chefs, bakers, and bartenders of the Walt Disney World Resort to come up with some special fall and Halloween treats to make the season fun (and a little spooky). For more about the fall fun, check out Deni’s article … Fall and Halloween Treats Coming Soon to Walt Disney World

Guest Upset Over Mask Rules Hits Epcot Security Guard

By Tom Bell | Published August 26, 2020

An Orlando man was arrested earlier this month at Walt Disney World after hitting an Epcot security guard following an argument over the resort’s face covering policy. Enrico Toro, 35, and his family were visiting the theme park on the afternoon of August 14 and were, according to the security guard, wearing “improper masks.” After … Guest Upset Over Mask Rules Hits Epcot Security Guard

Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro Talks Safety, Technology, & Disneyland in New Interview

By Tom Bell | Published August 26, 2020

In a recent interview with Roger Dow of the U.S. Travel Association, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro talked about the new safety measures, expanded technology, the economy surrounding the parks, and the status of the Disneyland Resort theme parks. First, D’Amaro talked about trust. He said that the idea of people trusting Disney is a … Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro Talks Safety, Technology, & Disneyland in New Interview

Disneyland Resort Now Offering Shopping Reservations

By Tom Bell | Published August 24, 2020 | Updated September 8, 2020

UPDATE 09/08/20: The Disneyland Resort added another shopping event for September 14th through 16th featuring two new items. All available spots for the event, however, were taken in less than an hour. The Disneyland Resort is giving guests a more convenient way to purchase featured products and other resort merchandise with its new shopping reservations … Disneyland Resort Now Offering Shopping Reservations

Disney Executive Temporary Pay Cuts May Be Coming to an End

By Tom Bell | Published August 20, 2020

According to documents obtained by Deadline, temporary salary reductions for executives at The Walt Disney Company are ending on August 23rd. The reductions went into effect on April 5th as a cost cutting measure in the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic. The cuts ranged from 20% for Vice Presidents, up to 50% for CEO … Disney Executive Temporary Pay Cuts May Be Coming to an End