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.

BREAKING: Pixar Pier and Pixar Fest Coming to the Disneyland Resort

By Tom Bell | Published July 16, 2017

Today at the D23 Expo, Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Parks and Resorts announced some new Pixar fun coming to the Disneyland Resort! In 2018, Disney California Adventure’s Paradise Pier will become Pixar Pier, featuring neighborhoods themed to The Incredibles and Inside Out, plus even more Toy Story. At night, Paint The Night returns to … BREAKING: Pixar Pier and Pixar Fest Coming to the Disneyland Resort

2018 Disneyland Resort Vacation Packages Can Be Booked Beginning July 18

By Tom Bell | Published July 12, 2017

The Walt Disney Travel Company has just announced that 2018 vacation packages for the Disneyland Resort will be available to book beginning July 18, 2017. Mark your calendars! You can submit a quote request for a 2018 date now and Dreams Unlimited Travel will quote that for you when they are available. Source: Disney

‘Descendants 2’ Stars to Appear Before Disneyland Parade

By Tom Bell | Published July 12, 2017

Stars of the upcoming Disney Channel sequel Descendants 2 and movie’s director will be Grand Marshals of Disneyland Park’s afternoon parade this Thursday. Director Kenny Ortega and stars Dove Cameron, Sofia Carson, Cameron Boyce, Booboo Stewart, and China Anne McClain will appear on the parade route starting at 4:00pm, before the 4:15pm presentation of Mickey’s Soundsational … ‘Descendants 2’ Stars to Appear Before Disneyland Parade

Walt Disney World to Celebrate PhotoPass Day

By Tom Bell | Published July 11, 2017

Once again this year, the Walt Disney World Resort will celebrate PhotoPass Day! The event will be held throughout the four theme parks on August 19th when PhotoPass photographers will be out in force with exclusive Animated Magic Shots, one-day-only Character Experiences, and other surprises. More information will be released as the event gets closer. … Walt Disney World to Celebrate PhotoPass Day

Disneyland Adds New Fantasmic! Inspired Treats

By Tom Bell | Published July 11, 2017

Disneyland Park has added some fun new treats inspired by the newly updated Fantasmic! that returns to the Park next week. The treats will be available in locations all over Frontierland, New Orleans Square and Critter Country. In Critter Country, you’ll want to check out the Churro Cart, the Hungry Bear Restaurant and a special … Disneyland Adds New Fantasmic! Inspired Treats

New Turnstile Policy at Disneyland Eliminates the Need for Hand Stamps

By Tom Bell | Published July 11, 2017

This week, the Disneyland Resort made a change in policy at the turnstiles in both Parks, and in doing so, eliminated the classic hand stamp. Previously, guests using multi-day tickets had their pictures taken at the turnstile on their first visit, but guests using one-day tickets were exempt from that policy and we’re still required … New Turnstile Policy at Disneyland Eliminates the Need for Hand Stamps

Newborn Beluga Whale Calf Dies at SeaWorld Orlando

By Tom Bell | Published July 7, 2017

SeaWorld Orlando has released some sad news regarding a new beluga whale calf that was born at the park this week to 17-year-old Whisper. Due to the pregnancy, Whisper had been on 24-hour watch since April. Earlier this week, Whisper went into labor, then delivered her calf a short time later. The calf appeared weak … Newborn Beluga Whale Calf Dies at SeaWorld Orlando

Fantasmic! Dining Packages Returning to Disneyland Park

By Tom Bell | Published July 6, 2017 | Updated July 7, 2017

An updated Fantasmic! returns to Disneyland Park on July 17th and along with it, Fantasmic! Dining Packages will be returning as well. In fact, reservations opened today for the three options. For some of the finest dining that Disneyland has to offer, you can reserve a Dining Package at the Blue Bayou Restaurant. Dinner begins … Fantasmic! Dining Packages Returning to Disneyland Park

Try New ‘Cars 3’ Themed Food in Cars Land

By Tom Bell | Published July 6, 2017

New food items have cruised into Cars Land at Disney California Adventure to celebrate the opening of Cars 3. At Flo’s V-8 Cafe, you’ll find a new breakfast burrito. The Ka-Chow! Spicy Breakfast Burrito is filled with scrambled eggs & chorizo, savory potatoes, tomatillo salsa, and sour cream. Try it wet or dry. Flo is also … Try New ‘Cars 3’ Themed Food in Cars Land

3-Day Tickets for the D23 Expo are Sold Out

By Tom Bell | Published July 5, 2017

D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has announced via their Twitter account that all 3-day tickets for this year’s D23 Expo are now sold out. In early May, Saturday-only tickets sold out for the event, so now just single day tickets for Friday and Sunday remain. The D23 Expo, which celebrates all divisions of the … 3-Day Tickets for the D23 Expo are Sold Out