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.

Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers Released the Week of April 6, 2020

By Tom Bell | Published April 6, 2020 | Updated April 7, 2020

It’s time for the first Disney Cruise Line discount update for April! While there are only a couple of new sailings that were added to the list this week, there were plenty added last week that are still available. Look for two new discounts on Caribbean sailings for Florida residents that join the other great … Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers Released the Week of April 6, 2020

Disney Shuffles Their Theatrical Release Calendar For Disney Studios, Pixar, Marvel, and Fox

By Tom Bell | Published April 3, 2020 | Updated April 17, 2020

UPDATE 04/16/20: Disney announced that Artemis Fowl will be available for streaming on Disney+ beginning June 12th. The fantastical epic adventure stars Ferdia Shaw, Lara McDonnell, Josh Gad, Tamara Smart, Nonso Anozie, Josh McGuire, Nikesh Patel, Adrian Scarborough, Colin Farrell, and Judi Dench. Director Kenneth Branagh said of the announcement: “Artemis Fowl is a true … Disney Shuffles Their Theatrical Release Calendar For Disney Studios, Pixar, Marvel, and Fox

Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort Announce Modified Plan for Annual Passholders

By Tom Bell | Published April 2, 2020 | Updated April 16, 2020

UPDATE 04/16/20: For Annual Passholders that wish to receive a refund on the unused portion of their pass, rather than extension, Disney has released information on how to request that refund. Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passholders should call VIPASSHOLDER Support at (407) 939-7277. Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders should call Annual Passport Member Services at … Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort Announce Modified Plan for Annual Passholders

Disney to Furlough Some Disney Parks Cast Members Starting April 19

By Tom Bell | Published April 2, 2020

The Walt Disney Company has announced that they will furlough non-essential executive, salaried, and non-union hourly Cast Members in domestic parks starting April 19th. Eligible Cast Members will continue to receive will healthcare benefits. “The COVID-19 pandemic is having a devastating impact on our world with untold suffering and loss, and has required all of … Disney to Furlough Some Disney Parks Cast Members Starting April 19

Despite Disneyland Park’s Closure, Walt’s Lamp Still Glows on Main Street USA

By Tom Bell | Published April 1, 2020 | Updated April 2, 2020

UPDATE: Beginning April 2, Disneyland Resort security guards will return to the long-time tradition of raising and lowering the U. S. flag each day at Disneyland Park. According to Disney officials, the flag ceremony had not been performed since the park closed on March 14th because there were not enough staff that were trained in … Despite Disneyland Park’s Closure, Walt’s Lamp Still Glows on Main Street USA

Walt Disney World Security Keeps the Flag Flying Over Magic Kingdom

By Tom Bell | Published April 1, 2020

Walt Disney World Resort President Josh D’Amaro took to Instagram this morning to share a look at the daily flag raising that takes place each morning at the Magic Kingdom. D’Amaro shared this poignant message: While our world looks very different today, one thing endures…the American flag still flies over Walt Disney World. I’m inspired … Walt Disney World Security Keeps the Flag Flying Over Magic Kingdom

Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers Released the Week of March 30, 2020

By Tom Bell | Published March 30, 2020 | Updated April 2, 2020

There continues to be adjustments to the list of Disney Cruise Line discounts as the ships’ return is delayed, but that hasn’t stopped the addition of new discounts. This week, Florida residents get some love with new discounts on ten late-June and July sailings to the Bahamas. For the general public, look for discounts of … Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers Released the Week of March 30, 2020

Disney Fantasy Crew Member Evacuated by Coast Guard

By Tom Bell | Published March 25, 2020

What would normally be a routine evacuation takes on new meaning in the era of COVID-19 as today the Coast Guard helped transport a Disney Fantasy crew member off the ship for a medical emergency. The Fantasy was anchored off the coast of Cape Canaveral when a 43-year old crew member had a heart attack … Disney Fantasy Crew Member Evacuated by Coast Guard

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Shows Off Baby Porcupine

By Tom Bell | Published March 24, 2020

Earlier, Walt Disney World shared a look at how the Disney Animal Care Team continues to work while the theme parks are closed. As a follow up, Disney’s Animal Kingdom has just released some baby pictures and video of a prehensile-tailed porcupine that was born there last month. The porcupette, as they are known, was … Disney’s Animal Kingdom Shows Off Baby Porcupine

Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of March 23, 2020

By Tom Bell | Published March 23, 2020

More Disney Cruise Line discounts are rolling in, including several for the general public that can save you 20 to 25% on guarantee staterooms, where you choose the category, but not the exact stateroom. There a also few new deals for both Florida residents and the military on sailings in May and June. Disney Cruise … Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of March 23, 2020