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.

Music Returns to Disneyland’s Tomorrowland Terrace Stage

By Tom Bell | Published May 16, 2017

Disneyland has announced that, once again this summer, music will be returning to the stage at the Tomorrowland Terrace (aka Galactic Grill) in Tomorrowland. As before, bands performing music from the 1960s, 70s and 80s will be featured. Some of the local acts that have played at the Tomorrowland Terrace stage over the years have … Music Returns to Disneyland’s Tomorrowland Terrace Stage

Walt Disney Company Beats Second Quarter Earnings Expectations

By Tom Bell | Published May 9, 2017

Walt Disney Company Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger held his quarterly earnings call today and, while some areas faltered and results were mixed, the company beat profit expectations. Profits for the second fiscal quarter were $1.50 a share, above the predicted $1.41 per share, and revenue was $13.36 billion, slightly below the anticipated $13.45 billion. … Walt Disney Company Beats Second Quarter Earnings Expectations

5 Reasons You’ll Want to Visit Disneyland This Summer

By Tom Bell | Published May 9, 2017

The summer of 2017 promises to be a magical time at the Disneyland Resort, filled with lots of nostalgia and some exciting new surprises. Here are my 5 reasons that you’re going to want to book a vacation to the Disneyland Resort this summer: 1. Main Street Electrical Parade 2017 marked the return of a … 5 Reasons You’ll Want to Visit Disneyland This Summer

New Popcorn Bucket Offer For Disneyland Annual Passholders

By Tom Bell | Published May 8, 2017

Disneyland Park has released a new Main Street Electrical Parade themed refillable popcorn bucket for Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders. The cost of the bucket is $15 and it can be purchased now through June 25th or while supplies last at participating popcorn carts in Disneyland Park.  Refills are available for $1 at popcorn carts in … New Popcorn Bucket Offer For Disneyland Annual Passholders

Walt Disney World Cast Member Claims She Lost Job Due to Chemical Sensitivity

By Tom Bell | Published May 8, 2017

A Walt Disney World Cast Member says she was forced out of her job back in March after complaining that air fresheners used in bathrooms were triggering her asthma. Back in February, long-time Cast Member Nancy Copley was part of a WFTV9 story on chemical sensitivity in the workplace. Around the same time, Copley requested … Walt Disney World Cast Member Claims She Lost Job Due to Chemical Sensitivity

Disneyland’s Rivers of America Beginning to Refill

By Tom Bell | Published May 8, 2017

The back half of the Rivers of America in Disneyland Park, which has been dry since early last year due to construction on the Star Wars project, is now being refilled. Workers turned on the water this weekend to the newly rerouted waterway. The path of the river, the shape of Tom Sawyer Island, and … Disneyland’s Rivers of America Beginning to Refill

D23 Expo Sells Out Saturday-Only Tickets

By Tom Bell | Published May 7, 2017

Tickets for July’s D23 Expo are selling fast and in fact, single-day tickets for Saturday, the second day of the event, are now sold out. D23: The Official Disney Fan Club and its bi-annual event, the D23 Expo, celebrate everything Disney, including theme parks, television, merchandise, and movies. The schedule for the event is still … D23 Expo Sells Out Saturday-Only Tickets

Mother’s Day Specials in Downtown Disney

By Tom Bell | Published May 6, 2017

Earlier in the week, we told you about some Mother’s Day dining options at the Disneyland Resort, now it’s time to talk about some special Downtown Disney shopping options for Mom. Mother’s Day weekend at RideMakers, Mom (and kid) can build any car, then build a second one for free.  The California Limited cart is … Mother’s Day Specials in Downtown Disney

Tickets Available for Guardians of the Galaxy-Mission: BREAKOUT! Galactic Premiere Party

By Tom Bell | Published May 3, 2017

California Adventure is celebrating the opening of Guardians of the Galaxy-Mission: BREAKOUT! with a Galactic Premiere Party on May 26, 2017, one day before the attraction opens to the public. Guests will be able to experience all 6 versions of the new attraction throughout the party, enjoy music from a live DJ, and meet their … Tickets Available for Guardians of the Galaxy-Mission: BREAKOUT! Galactic Premiere Party

Disney Cruise Line Makes Adjustments to Benefits for Castaway Club Members

By Tom Bell | Published May 2, 2017

Disney Cruise Line has made some changes to its Castaway Club program, one of which will allow returning cruisers to book new itineraries even earlier. Castaway Club is Disney Cruise Line’s loyalty program that guests are automatically enrolled in after their first cruise. Guests are Silver members after 1 cruise, Gold members after 5 cruises … Disney Cruise Line Makes Adjustments to Benefits for Castaway Club Members