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.

Closing Night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is Now Sold Out

By Tom Bell | Published December 7, 2017 | Updated December 12, 2017

Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom appear to be selling well as another night has been added to the “sold out” list: Friday, December 22nd. The party is being held select nights beginning November 9th, with December 22nd being the final night for the 21 night event. So far, 7 … Closing Night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is Now Sold Out

Mickey Mouse Ray-Bans Are Returning to Disney Parks

By Tom Bell | Published December 6, 2017

“Due guest demand,” Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses featuring a classic black and white Mickey Mouse pattern are returning to Sunglass Hut-sponsored locations at Walt Disney World and the Disneyland Resort. This design was released about a year ago, but quickly sold out. This time around the pattern will be the same, but the sunglasses will feature … Mickey Mouse Ray-Bans Are Returning to Disney Parks

Twenty-First Century Fox CEO Suggested as Replacement for Iger During Purchase Talks

By Tom Bell | Published December 5, 2017

The potential purchase deal between The Walt Disney Company and Twenty-First Century Fox just got even more interesting as Fox CEO James Murdoch is now being mentioned as a possible successor to Disney CEO Bog Iger. Earlier today, it was reported that the two companies are moving closer to a deal, with an agreement possible … Twenty-First Century Fox CEO Suggested as Replacement for Iger During Purchase Talks

A Closer Look at The Edison, Pizza Ponte, and More

By Tom Bell | Published December 5, 2017

The Disney Parks Blog has released a new set of pictures meant to tell the story of several new Patina Group locations coming soon to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. The Edison, whose building once served as the power plant for Disney Springs, is set to become a new hot-spot. The restaurant will be … A Closer Look at The Edison, Pizza Ponte, and More

More Changes Coming to Downtown Disney in 2018

By Tom Bell | Published December 4, 2017

The Disneyland Resort has announced another change coming to Downtown Disney in early 2018. The Disney Parks Blog has confirmed that D-Street will close at the beginning of the year. When it reopens it will begin carrying Disney-themed home goods, including products that change with the season. The last day of business for D-Street is … More Changes Coming to Downtown Disney in 2018

Disney Cruise Line Cancels Stops at Tortola Through March

By Tom Bell | Published December 4, 2017

While some ports have reopened, the damage in the Eastern Caribbean due to Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria is still affecting the port of Tortola in the British Virgin islands. In order to provide the best guest experience, Disney Cruise Line has made the decision to instead visit Philipsburg, St. Maarten on all Eastern Caribbean … Disney Cruise Line Cancels Stops at Tortola Through March

Chris Hemsworth Hosts Disneyland’s Candlelight Processional

By Tom Bell | Published December 4, 2017 | Updated December 7, 2017

Typically, the Candlelight Processional and Ceremony narrator is one of the worst kept secrets at the Disneyland Resort each year. By about a week out, the information has leaked or the narrator has hinted about hosting it on social media. This year, however, the secret was kept and Saturday night at 5:30pm, the audience was … Chris Hemsworth Hosts Disneyland’s Candlelight Processional

More Details From the Disney Dream’s Production of Beauty and the Beast

By Tom Bell | Published December 1, 2017

The Disney Parks Blog and Disney Cruise Line have shared a video which has even more details about the new production of Beauty and the Beast that recently premiered aboard the Disney Dream. The video gives a great look at the huge video projection walls that transport the audience to 23 different locations during the … More Details From the Disney Dream’s Production of Beauty and the Beast

Special Treats for the Holiday Season at the Disneyland Resort

By Tom Bell | Published November 29, 2017

The candy kitchens at the Disneyland Resort are always coming up with new treats, but that’s especially true during the holiday season. The Candy Palace or Pooh Corner in Disneyland Park, Trolley Treats in California Adventure, and Marceline’s Confectionery in Downtown Disney are just of few of the places you’ll find these holiday candy apples, … Special Treats for the Holiday Season at the Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Debuts New AT-AT Popcorn Bucket

By Tom Bell | Published November 29, 2017

The internet has once again blown its collective mind over something new in the Disney Parks and this time around it’s a popcorn bucket. Recently, the Tomorrowland popcorn cart in Disneyland Park debuted at a new popcorn bucket inspired by the AT-AT vehicles first seen in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. The cost for … Disneyland Debuts New AT-AT Popcorn Bucket