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.

Walt Disney World Confirms New Option to Add More FastPass Selections

By Tom Bell | Published January 10, 2018 | Updated January 11, 2018

Walt Disney World has confirmed the recent rumor regarding a new ticket add-on that will allow some guests to purchase additional FastPass+ selections. The new pilot program will be tested beginning January 12, 2018. Guests staying at select Walt Disney World hotels that are eligible for Signature Services and have purchased a 3-day or longer … Walt Disney World Confirms New Option to Add More FastPass Selections

Reservations Now Open For Celebrity and Signature Events at the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

By Tom Bell | Published January 10, 2018

The Disneyland Resort has released information for some of the celebrity and signature events happening at the 2018 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. Reservations are available for all events that have been announced thus far. Food Network stars Guy Fieri and Robert Irvine will both appear in a new event, “LIVE at the … Reservations Now Open For Celebrity and Signature Events at the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Theme Week Celebrates Disney Vacations

By Tom Bell | Published January 8, 2018

This week, Wheel of Fortune will be celebrating its fourth annual Sea & Shore Week. The show will highlight Disney Cruise Line, Adventures By Disney, and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii, highlighting some of the destinations guests can visit on a Disney vacation. Wheel will also share some of the past adventures … ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Theme Week Celebrates Disney Vacations

Southern California Residents Can Save Up To 25% With a New Disneyland Ticket Offer

By Tom Bell | Published January 8, 2018

The Disneyland Resort has released a new ticket offer that can save Southern California residents up to 25% on tickets! The dates of this new promotion will let residents enjoy the Lunar New Year Celebration and the expanded Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. Beginning today and continuing through May 21, 2018, Southern California … Southern California Residents Can Save Up To 25% With a New Disneyland Ticket Offer

Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire Opened Today in Downtown Disney

By Tom Bell | Published January 6, 2018

Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire celebrated the opening of its Downtown Disney location this morning, complete with stormtroopers and dignitaries. The new virtual reality experience put together by teams from ILMxLAB and The VOID transports guests into the Star Wars universe in a multi-sensory experience. Guests play in teams of four, where they go … Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire Opened Today in Downtown Disney

Disneyland’s Main Street Vehicles and Dumbo Closing for Major Refurbishments

By Tom Bell | Published January 5, 2018

January 8th closures for both Disneyland’s Main Street Vehicles and Dumbo the Flying Elephant attraction have been on the schedule for awhile, but until now we didn’t know the extent of the work being done. The Disney Parks Blog is reporting that the track for the Horse-Drawn Streetcars will be entirely replaced for the first … Disneyland’s Main Street Vehicles and Dumbo Closing for Major Refurbishments

Pop Century Resort Now Serving Dole Whips

By Tom Bell | Published January 4, 2018

Walt Disney World guests now have another place to feed their Dole Whip craving. The popular dessert that’s served at the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is now available at Disney’s Pop Century Resort. A bowl of the pineapple soft serve or pineapple vanilla swirl is available at Everything Pop for $4.49, and … Pop Century Resort Now Serving Dole Whips

Warwick Davis and More Added to Star Wars Day at Sea

By Tom Bell | Published January 4, 2018

Disney Cruise Line has announced the presenters who will board the Disney Fantasy when Star Wars Day at Sea returns this week, including Imagineer Scott Trowbridge, voice actor and designer Ashley Eckstein, and actor Warwick Davis. The guests presenters will share their stories during a full day of Star Wars-themed fun that includes family and … Warwick Davis and More Added to Star Wars Day at Sea

A Look Behind the Construction Walls of Splitsville at Downtown Disney

By Tom Bell | Published January 3, 2018

The Disney Parks Blog has released a new video that goes behind the construction walls of the new Splitsville Luxury Lanes that’s set to open in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort later this month. Co-owner Guy Revelle leads a tour of the 40,000 square foot, two-story restaurant and entertainment venue, including a look at … A Look Behind the Construction Walls of Splitsville at Downtown Disney

Cirque du Soleil Will Live Stream From the Final La Nouba Show

By Tom Bell | Published December 30, 2017

Cirque du Soliel has announced that they will be live streaming the final bow of the last La Nouba show on their Facebook page. La Nouba, which premiered at Disney Springs (then Downtown Disney) 19 years ago, will be closing after its final show on December 31st. Disney and Cirque du Soleil are developing a … Cirque du Soleil Will Live Stream From the Final La Nouba Show