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.



Beauty and the Beast Opening Weekend Could Exceed Expectations

Beauty and the Beast, the new live-action Disney feature, is poised to exceed the company’s opening weekend expectations. Disney initially had hoped to finish with $120 million domestically this weekend, then upped their estimate to somewhere in the range of $140 million to $155 million; but based on ticket sales for Thursday night previews and Beauty and the Beast Opening Weekend Could Exceed Expectations

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort

If you’re looking for a way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Disneyland Resort, head over to Downtown Disney for some fun food and entertainment options! Throughout the month of March, Sprinkles will be featuring Green Velvet cupcakes and Irish Chocolate cupcakes, made with Bailey’s Irish Cream. Marceline’s Confectionery, along with other candy shops Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort

Pirates of the Caribbean 50th Anniversary Collection Merchandise

In addition to food and entertainment that has already been announced, the Disneyland Resort has now released a look at the merchandise that will be available beginning this weekend in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland Park. Limited edition pins, an Annual Passholder pin, and a boxed set will Pirates of the Caribbean 50th Anniversary Collection Merchandise

New Disney Dress Collection Inspired by Disney Parks

Disney Parks Merchandise has created a new collection of apparel and accessories themed to classic Disney attractions and characters. According to merchandiser Donna Sorrow, The Dress Shop collection isn’t meant to be costumes, but a way for Disney guests to share their passion, adding that “the styles have modern fits which make them wonderful outfits New Disney Dress Collection Inspired by Disney Parks

Disneyland to Celebrate 50 Years of Pirates of the Caribbean

Pirates of the Caribbean, the classic attraction that originated at Disneyland Park,will be celebrating its 50th anniversary this Saturday, March 18th. In honor of the achievement, there will be a weekend-long party throughout New Orleans Square. Starting on Thursday, guests of the restaurants of New Orleans Square will be able to take advantage of special Disneyland to Celebrate 50 Years of Pirates of the Caribbean