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.

Celebrate Gospel at California Adventure on February 18

By Tom Bell | Published February 9, 2017

In honor of Black History Month each year, the Disneyland Resort presents “Celebrate Gospel.”  The inspiring free event is now in its eighth year at Disney California Adventure! A series of performances from local gospel groups will take place February 18, 2017 from 11am to 7pm at Stage 17 in Hollywood Land. The schedule includes: … Celebrate Gospel at California Adventure on February 18

Mariachi Divas to Celebrate Grammy Nomination with Concert in Downtown Disney

By Tom Bell | Published February 8, 2017

The Mariachi Divas, regular performers at the Disneyland Resort, will celebrate their 7th Grammy nomination for Best Regional Mexican Album with a concert in Downtown Disney. Over the last 17 years, the Mariachi Divas have developed a large fan base at the Disneyland Resort by performing first at Tortilla Jo’s in Downtown Disney and then … Mariachi Divas to Celebrate Grammy Nomination with Concert in Downtown Disney

Disney Releases its Quarterly Earnings Report

By Tom Bell | Published February 7, 2017

Today, the Walt Disney Company released their earnings report for their most recent fiscal quarter, showing a decline over last year. Earnings were $1.55 per share with $14.78 billion in revenue. That is a drop of 3% in revenue over last year and 10% off the per share profit. Analysts expected profits to be even lower, … Disney Releases its Quarterly Earnings Report

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Expands Their Premium Events

By Tom Bell | Published February 1, 2017

This year’s Food & Wine Festival at Disney California Adventure is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever! Today, reservations opened for all sorts of seminars, demonstrations and celebrity events, including some new options.  The California Food & Wine Festival begins March 10, 2017 and continues through April 16, 2017. This year’s celebrity … Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Expands Their Premium Events

New Disney Patent Could Personalize Attractions Based on Emotions

By Tom Bell | Published January 30, 2017

The Walt Disney Company has filed a new patent on technology that is meant to customize a guest’s experience on an attraction based on their emotions or on a pre-determined list of interests. The patent entitled “Sensing and Managing Vehicle Behavior Based on Occupant Awareness,” would most likely be used on trackless vehicles that are … New Disney Patent Could Personalize Attractions Based on Emotions

Special menus & treats for Valentine’s Day at the Disneyland Resort

By Tom Bell | Published January 30, 2017

Disneyland is celebrating Valentine’s Day with some special food options in locations throughout the resort. At the Disneyland Hotel, Goofy’s Kitchen will add some Valentine’s Day-themed desserts to the buffet.  Steakhouse 55 will offer a three-course meal with wine pairings that includes chipotle-spiced ahi tartare, bacon-wrapped filet of beef with mascarpone whipped potatoes, and a … Special menus & treats for Valentine’s Day at the Disneyland Resort

Merchants affected by Disneyland’s Eastern Gateway Project begin to fight back

By Tom Bell | Published January 26, 2017

Hotels, motels, restaurant owners, and other merchants that line the east side of the Disneyland Resort along Harbor Boulevard have begun a public campaign against a project that they say will have “wide-ranging and long-lasting detrimental effects” on the community. The Eastern Gateway project includes a 6,900 spot parking structure behind the Harbor Boulevard merchants, … Merchants affected by Disneyland’s Eastern Gateway Project begin to fight back

Once exclusive Disneyland restaurant now open for reservations

By Tom Bell | Published January 26, 2017

21 Royal Street, an opulent restaurant in Disneyland’s New Orleans Square that was once only open to Club 33 members and the elite, is now booking reservations for anyone who can afford it. The restaurant opened in September of 2015 and is located above Pirates of the Caribbean, between the Dream Suite and Club 33, … Once exclusive Disneyland restaurant now open for reservations

Disneyland AP Days return February 10

By Tom Bell | Published January 25, 2017

Beginning February 10, 2017, Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders can once again take part in AP Days! This time around, AP Days takes place in Disneyland Park to celebrate the retro fun that the Main Street Electrical Parade is bringing to the Park. The Welcome Center will be located in Tomorrowland’s old Starcade building and will … Disneyland AP Days return February 10

Personal Shopper service now available at Disney Springs

By Tom Bell | Published January 24, 2017

With the recent influx of new stores, Disney Springs at Walt Disney World has become a great place to shop for both familiar names and some harder-to-find brands. However, if you have a hard time telling your Anthropologie from your UNIQLO, a personal shopper could be just what you need. The good news is that … Personal Shopper service now available at Disney Springs