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 Passholders Can Now Add the AP Logo to Mickey Ears and More

By Tom Bell | Published March 6, 2018

Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders now have a new way to show off their status as a passholder. Embroidery locations around the resort are now able to add the AP logo to merchandise, including the classic Mickey Ears. Embroidery machines are available at several locations, including Mad Hatter in Disneyland Park, Elias & Co. in Disney … Disneyland Passholders Can Now Add the AP Logo to Mickey Ears and More

Our Alaskan Adventure with Disney Cruise Line

By Tom Bell | Published March 6, 2018 | Updated February 24, 2020

There’s something you should know before I even get started: We love cruising. We’ve also been lucky enough to have cruised quite a few times since our first sailing on Disney Cruise Line in 2005. So, it’s not surprising then that when we started planning our summer vacation, a cruise was at the top of … Our Alaskan Adventure with Disney Cruise Line

Several Cruise Lines Cancel Excursions in Cozumel After Security Alert

By Tom Bell | Published March 6, 2018

Several cruise lines that routinely visit Cozumel, Mexico have canceled select shore excursions due to a security alert from the U. S. Embassy. Disney Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean International are among the cruises lines affected by the situation. The cancellations are for excursions that require a ferry. Several shore excursions take place on the … Several Cruise Lines Cancel Excursions in Cozumel After Security Alert

Disney Wonder and Disney Dream Adjust Itineraries Due to Weather

By Tom Bell | Published March 5, 2018

Due to weather conditions in the Atlantic Ocean, Disney Cruise Line has adjusted the itineraries for both the Disney Wonder and Disney Dream. The Wonder left Sunday for a 7-Night Eastern Caribbean sailing with stops scheduled in St. Maarten, San Juan, and Castaway Cay. The captain, however, has changed the ship’s schedule, dropping the stop … Disney Wonder and Disney Dream Adjust Itineraries Due to Weather

Disney CEO Bob Iger Names New President for ESPN

By Tom Bell | Published March 5, 2018 | Updated March 6, 2018

Bob Iger, Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, has named James Pitaro as the new president of ESPN effective immediately. Pitaro was serving as the Chairman of Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media. According to Iger, “Jimmy is a talented and dedicated leader with the right strategic vision, relentless drive and passion for … Disney CEO Bob Iger Names New President for ESPN

A Walk Through the 2018 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

By Tom Bell | Published March 4, 2018

The expanded 2018 Food & Wine Festival at Disney California Adventure kicked off this weekend with entertainment, merchandise and 13 food booths. This year’s Festival is six weeks long, and features returning favorites and new surprises. As you enter California Adventure, be sure to grab a chef’s hat to get you in the spirit of … A Walk Through the 2018 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

Souvenirs from the 2018 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

By Tom Bell | Published March 3, 2018

The Disney California Adventure 2018 Food & Wine Festival just kicked off, and it looks like the merchandise team has come up with some great souvenirs to help you remember the event. Merchandise is available in several locations, including carts in the Pacific Wharf area and a new merchandise kiosk in front of Stage 12 … Souvenirs from the 2018 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill Updates its Menu

By Tom Bell | Published March 2, 2018

Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill at Disney California Adventure has a completely new menu! The Pacific Wharf eatery has replaced its menu of burritos, soft tacos and tamales with a new line-up of street tacos, tortas, and bowls. Highlights include the Torta Ahogada al Pastor, which has pork al pastor with black bean spread, cabbage, gaujillo … Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill Updates its Menu

Disneyland VoluntEARS Build Their 10th Community Playground

By Tom Bell | Published March 1, 2018

Over the years, Disney VoluntEARS have built playgrounds in communities all over the country. Last weekend, high school volunteers from the Disneyland Resort Dreamers & Doers program, the Anaheim Family YMCA, Disney VoluntEARS from the Disneyland Resort, and other community volunteers worked together to build the 10th Disney-sponsored KaBoom! playground in Anaheim (and the 80th … Disneyland VoluntEARS Build Their 10th Community Playground

Disney California Adventure Reveals 2018 Food and Wine Menus

By Tom Bell | Published March 1, 2018

Disney California Adventure has released a look at the menus for this year’s Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, which kicks off on Friday. New booths this year focus on strawberries and avocados, and several favorites are back as well. Full food menus with pricing is available on The DIS, but here are some … Disney California Adventure Reveals 2018 Food and Wine Menus