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.

Light Crowds at Magic Kingdom Today Ahead of Hurricane Irma

By Tom Bell | Published September 9, 2017

Our own Kathy Werling visited the Magic Kingdom this morning to see what kind of preparations are being made in the theme parks for Hurricane Irma. Crowds at the Magic Kingdom were incredibly light, with many attractions having little or no wait. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad was a “walk on.” While it wasn’t evident to … Light Crowds at Magic Kingdom Today Ahead of Hurricane Irma

New Westin Hotel Coming to Anaheim

By Tom Bell | Published September 7, 2017

Developers have finally announced that the seven-story luxury hotel that will replace the recently closed Anabella Hotel in Anaheim will be the Westin Anaheim Resort. The popular Anabella, which sits just south of Disneyland and near the Anaheim Convention Center, welcomed its final guests last month after developers announced a AAA four-diamond rated hotel would … New Westin Hotel Coming to Anaheim

Plaza de la Familia Coming to California Adventure for Halloween Time

By Tom Bell | Published September 7, 2017

The Disneyland Resort has released more details about the Coco-inspired celebration coming to Disney California Adventure for Halloween Time. Plaza de la Familia will take over the Paradise Gardens area of Paradise Pier and will feature Mexican foods, decorations, music, and the traditions of Dia de los Muertos. “A Musical Celebration of Coco” will feature … Plaza de la Familia Coming to California Adventure for Halloween Time

Save up to 20% This Fall With a New Disneyland Resort Hotel Discount Offer

By Tom Bell | Published September 6, 2017

Stay in the middle of the magic this Halloween Time and Holiday seasons with a new discount offer from the Disneyland Resort! You can save up to 20% on Premium Rooms at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and up to 15% on Premium Rooms at the Disneyland Hotel on select Sunday through Thursday nights … Save up to 20% This Fall With a New Disneyland Resort Hotel Discount Offer

Disney Cruise Line Cancels Three Cruises Due to Hurricane Irma

By Tom Bell | Published September 6, 2017

Due to weather concerns caused by Hurricane Irma, Disney Cruise Line is ending two cruises early and cancelling three other cruises. The September 2nd sailing of the Disney Fantasy, which has been sailing a modified Western Caribbean itinerary will return to Port Canaveral on September 7th, two days earlier than scheduled. Guests traveling on this … Disney Cruise Line Cancels Three Cruises Due to Hurricane Irma

LucasFilm and Star Wars: Episode IX Director Part Ways

By Tom Bell | Published September 5, 2017

Disney and LucasFilm issued a statement today announcing that Colin Trevorrow will no longer be directing the upcoming Star Wars: Episode IX. No replacement was named. The statement suggests that LucasFilm and Trevorrow have “mutually chosen to part ways” and that their “visions for the project differ.” Variety is reporting that Trevorrow and studio executives … LucasFilm and Star Wars: Episode IX Director Part Ways

Disneyland Confirms Dates and Entertainment for the Holiday Season

By Tom Bell | Published September 5, 2017

Disneyland has confirmed that Holidays at the Disneyland Resort will take place November 10th through January 7th and will include many returning favorites. At Disneyland Park, guests will enjoy Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle, Believe…in Holiday Magic fireworks, A Christmas Fantasy parade, and It’s a Small World Holiday, along with the popular Haunted Mansion Holiday, which … Disneyland Confirms Dates and Entertainment for the Holiday Season

New Ticket Options for Disneyland’s Grad Nite in 2018

By Tom Bell | Published September 4, 2017

The Disneyland Resort has released some new Grad Nite ticket options for high school seniors! To ease the transition when the overnight party moved from Disneyland Park to Disney California Adventure several years ago, attendees began receiving a park hopper ticket along with their Grad Nite party ticket. Seniors could visit both theme parks during … New Ticket Options for Disneyland’s Grad Nite in 2018

Adventures by Disney Announces Chefs & Sommeliers for 2018 Rhine River Food & Wine Cruises

By Tom Bell | Published September 1, 2017

Adventures by Disney has announced the chefs and sommeliers that will be participating in some special Rhine River Cruises coming up in the fall of 2018. On the September 24, 2018 sailing, Chef Scott Hunnel and Master Sommelier George Miliotes will be onboard. Hunnel is the Executive Chef at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, … Adventures by Disney Announces Chefs & Sommeliers for 2018 Rhine River Food & Wine Cruises

California Adventure Releases More Halloween Details

By Tom Bell | Published August 31, 2017

The Disneyland Resort has released a few more details about the Halloween Time fun that’s premiering at Disney California Adventure this fall. For the first time, Haul-O-Ween is coming to Cars Land, where all of the establishments will be decorated for the holiday. Fillmore will be decorating with Jack-Oil-Lanterns, while a Spider-Car is parked in … California Adventure Releases More Halloween Details