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.

Disneyland Permit Filing Suggests New Beverage Counter in New Orleans Square

By Tom Bell | Published May 9, 2018

The Disneyland Resort has filed several new permits recently with the city of Anaheim, but most have been related to projects we already know about like the Pixar Pier update or the destruction of the Bug’s Life theater for the upcoming superhero land. A new permit filed this morning, however, contains some new information regarding … Disneyland Permit Filing Suggests New Beverage Counter in New Orleans Square

Disneyland Shares a Musical Look at Pixar Fest

By Tom Bell | Published May 8, 2018

The Disney Parks Blog has shared a new video that highlights several of the musical groups from throughout the Disneyland Resort. With Pixar Fest in full swing at the resort, musical groups in both Parks have added Pixar-themed music to their shows. At Disneyland Park, the Disneyland Band, Royal Street Bachelors, Jambalaya Jazz Band, and … Disneyland Shares a Musical Look at Pixar Fest

Minnie Van Service Now Available at All Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

By Tom Bell | Published May 7, 2018

The Minnie Van transportation service continues to expand and is now available at ALL Walt Disney World Resort Hotels, including value resorts. The service offers whimsical point-to-point transportation for a $25 flat fee and is available from 6:30am to 12:30am. In addition to serving all resort hotels, Minnie Vans will now visit the Walt Disney … Minnie Van Service Now Available at All Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Schedule Released for Saturday’s Disney Channel GO! Fan Fest at the Disneyland Resort

By Tom Bell | Published May 7, 2018

This Saturday, the Disney Channel will kick off its special summer line-up with the Disney Channel GO! Fan Fest at the Disneyland Resort. The fun begins at 11:15am with a cavalcade down Main Street USA in Disneyland Park! If you’re not there in person, the Disney Parks Blog will be livestreaming the event. Over at … Schedule Released for Saturday’s Disney Channel GO! Fan Fest at the Disneyland Resort

Save up to $500 on an Adventures By Disney Vacation by Booking Early

By Tom Bell | Published May 7, 2018

New departure dates for 2019 have been released and to celebrate, Adventures by Disney is offering a discount for booking early! Book a select 2019 Adventures by Disney vacation before July 16th and save up to $500 per person. Adventure Insiders, Disney Vacation Club members, Disney Cruise Line Platinum & Gold Castaway Club members, and … Save up to $500 on an Adventures By Disney Vacation by Booking Early

Goofy Joining Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine at Hollywood Studios

By Tom Bell | Published May 6, 2018

Beginning May 13th, Goofy will be joining in the fun at the Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine character meals at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Goofy will be in his racing suit from Mickey and The Roadster Racers, which debuted on Disney Junior last year. Unfortunately, with this addition, Handy Manny will be … Goofy Joining Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine at Hollywood Studios

Changes Coming to Lost and Found at Walt Disney World

By Tom Bell | Published May 6, 2018 | Updated May 31, 2018

Later this month, Walt Disney World will implement a new procedure that will make it easier for guests to be reunited with any items they’ve lost in the theme parks. Beginning May 21st, guests can visit DisneyWorld.com/lostandfound on their smartphone to report any lost items, rather than visiting Guest Relations. As items are found, Cast … Changes Coming to Lost and Found at Walt Disney World

‘Avengers: Infinity War’ Dominating the Box Office in its Second Weekend

By Tom Bell | Published May 5, 2018

After a strong opening weekend, Avengers: Infinity War continues to dominate at the box office in its second weekend, with an estimated $120.2 million domestically. Those numbers were behind the second weekend for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, which did $149.2 million, but ahead of Black Panther, which pulled in $111.6 million in its second … ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ Dominating the Box Office in its Second Weekend

DisneyStyle Store in Disney Springs Opens Sunday, May 6

By Tom Bell | Published May 5, 2018

The new DisneyStyle store coming to Disney Springs is set to open tomorrow, May 6th at 10:00am! The store was announced back in March and takes over the former Harley Davidson building on the West Side. DisneyStyle will feature fashionable apparel and accessories that were inspired by attractions at Disney Parks and favorite Disney characters. … DisneyStyle Store in Disney Springs Opens Sunday, May 6

Disneyland Resort Announces Artist Events for May and June

By Tom Bell | Published May 2, 2018

The Disneyland Resort has announced several events taking place around the resort in May and June featuring popular artists and authors. On May 5th, artist Leilani Joy will return to the WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney, along with new artists Loreley Bove and Neysa Bove. All will be signing their new pieces from 11:00am to … Disneyland Resort Announces Artist Events for May and June