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.

Disney California Adventure Shares Fun Facts About The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure

By Tom Bell | Published August 5, 2020 | Updated March 2, 2026

While there still is no word about reopening the Anaheim theme parks, the folks over at the Disneyland Resort wanted to give fans a taste of the parks with a new “Ride & Learn” video featuring the popular family attraction The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure. Take a ride in your clam shell and … Disney California Adventure Shares Fun Facts About The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure

The Walt Disney Company 3rd Quarter Earnings Report Shows Revenue Down 42%, Parks Income Down $3.5 Billion

By Tom Bell | Published August 4, 2020 | Updated August 5, 2020

Tuesday afternoon, The Walt Disney Company released their earnings report for the 3rd fiscal quarter of 2020 (ending June 30, 2020), showing revenue down 42% and income down 72% over last year for the quarter. Diluted earnings per share decreased 94%. Chief Executive Officer Bob Chapek said in a written statement: Despite the ongoing challenges … The Walt Disney Company 3rd Quarter Earnings Report Shows Revenue Down 42%, Parks Income Down $3.5 Billion

Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards Names Magic Kingdom Top Amusement Park

By Tom Bell | Published July 29, 2020

In Tripadvisor’s 2020 Travelers’ Choice Awards, the Magic Kingdom was named the top amusement park in the world, knocking off Universal’s Islands of Adventure, which held the top spot for the last five years. Tripadvisor says that they pull together all of the reviews, ratings, and “saves” from their readers and use that information to … Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards Names Magic Kingdom Top Amusement Park

Disney Celebrates Daytime Emmy Wins and Primetime Emmy Nominations, Including First for Disney+

By Tom Bell | Published July 28, 2020

The 2020 Primetime Emmy Award nominations were announced today and there were several nods for the Disney family of networks and studios, including the first for Disney+. In addition, this weekend the winners of the Daytime Emmy Awards were announced and Disney was represented there as well, including a historic win by Alan Menken, plus … Disney Celebrates Daytime Emmy Wins and Primetime Emmy Nominations, Including First for Disney+

Walt Disney World Mask Update: Valves, Mesh, or Holes Are Not Allowed

By Tom Bell | Published July 26, 2020

Walt Disney World has once again updated their face covering policy for guests 2 and up. The clarification says that face coverings may NOT contain valves, mesh material, or holes of any kind. Previously, Disney banned neck gaiters and bandanas. Here is the official wording that is expected to be added to the official website … Walt Disney World Mask Update: Valves, Mesh, or Holes Are Not Allowed

My Wish List: Van Eaton Galleries Auction – Disneyland: The First 65 Years

By Tom Bell | Published July 26, 2020

Several times a year, Van Eaton Galleries in Southern California holds an auction of Disney memorabilia. Its latest is entitled Disneyland: The First 65 Years and includes over 1,000 items related to the theme parks. This large exhibit and two-day auction tells the history of Disneyland and Walt Disney World through rare props, signage, costumes, … My Wish List: Van Eaton Galleries Auction – Disneyland: The First 65 Years

Disney Cruise Line Shares Full Video of Tangled: The Musical

By Tom Bell | Published July 25, 2020

While its ships are still waiting to sail again, Disney Cruise Line and the Disney Parks Blog are sharing some of the excitement that can be found onboard with this special presentation of Tangled: The Musical. The video from aboard the Disney Magic was pre-recorded with the original cast. The show, which is presented in … Disney Cruise Line Shares Full Video of Tangled: The Musical

Disneyland Resort Confirms That Oogie Boogie Bash Will Not Happen in 2020

By Tom Bell | Published July 24, 2020

The Disneyland Resort has confirmed that Oogie Boogie Bash, their after-hours Halloween party, will not be held this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Oogie Boogie Bash debuted last year at Disney California Adventure, replacing the popular Mickey’s Halloween Party which had been held at Disneyland Park. While dates had not yet been announced for … Disneyland Resort Confirms That Oogie Boogie Bash Will Not Happen in 2020

Woman Arrested Trying to Bring Guns and Marijuana into Epcot

By Tom Bell | Published July 24, 2020

A Georgia woman was arrested recently after Disney security guards at Epcot discovered two guns and a bag of marijuana in her diaper bag. The July 18th arrest record shows that Yunique Smith, 27, was visiting Walt Disney World with her 7-year-old son, 7-month-old daughter, and the baby’s father. During the normal screening process, Disney … Woman Arrested Trying to Bring Guns and Marijuana into Epcot

Disney Removes Live-Action Mulan from Calendar, Delays Avatar and Star Wars Films

By Tom Bell | Published July 23, 2020

The Walt Disney Studios has made some major changes to their theatrical release calendar as the coronavirus pandemic keeps most theaters closed around the country. The live-action version of Mulan, which was their next release, is no longer on the calendar, while the sequels to Avatar and several upcoming Star Wars film have been delayed … Disney Removes Live-Action Mulan from Calendar, Delays Avatar and Star Wars Films