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.

Disneyland Resort Excluded From New California Large Gathering Guidelines

By Tom Bell | Published March 12, 2020

UPDATE 4:30pm: The Disneyland Resort has just issued a statement that they are closing their theme parks beginning March 14 and their Resorts beginning March 16, 2020. For more information, head over to this post. Late last night, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued a directive calling for modifying or postponing non-essential gatherings of 250 or … Disneyland Resort Excluded From New California Large Gathering Guidelines

Avengers Campus Dining Will Include Pym Test Kitchen, Shawarma Palace, and More

By Tom Bell | Published March 11, 2020

Avengers Campus opens at Disney California Adventure on July 18th, and with it comes several new dining options, including the previously announced Pym Test Kitchen, which will feature “traditional food at very nontraditional scale,” plus the Pym Tasting Lab, Shawarma Palace, and Terran Treats. Pym Test Kitchen Disneyland Resort Culinary Director John State says that … Avengers Campus Dining Will Include Pym Test Kitchen, Shawarma Palace, and More

Spider-Man Attraction in Avengers Campus at California Adventure Gets a Name, More Details

By Tom Bell | Published March 11, 2020

In addition to announcing the July 18th opening date for Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure this morning, Disney also released the name of the Spider-Man attraction and a huge amount of information about it. WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure is set to open with the new land on July 18th. The interactive experience will … Spider-Man Attraction in Avengers Campus at California Adventure Gets a Name, More Details

Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of March 9, 2020

By Tom Bell | Published March 9, 2020

It’s time for another Disney Cruise Line discount update, including a lot of new discounts…some last minute, others a little further out. Those that can take advantage of military discounts will even notice several new 7-night Alaskan sailings on this list! If you haven’t already, also check out our latest article about booking a last … Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of March 9, 2020

New Pandora Jewelry 2020 Charm Now Available Aboard Disney Cruise Line Ships

By Tom Bell | Published March 5, 2020

Disney Cruise Line has introduced a new Pandora Jewelry charm that celebrates 2020 sailings. The double-sided charm also features Mickey as Steamboat Willie on the reverse. Grab this elegant souvenir at White Caps during your next Disney Cruise Line vacation aboard the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, or Disney Fantasy. Source: Disney Parks Blog

Orlando International Airport Shares Enhanced Protocols Due to COVID-19 Coronavirus

By Tom Bell | Published March 5, 2020

Orlando International Airport (MCO) has shared their readiness plans and additional measures that have been implemented in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Phil Brown, Chief Executive Officer for the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority said of their efforts: “It is critical for the Authority to do everything we can to not only safeguard our passengers, but … Orlando International Airport Shares Enhanced Protocols Due to COVID-19 Coronavirus

Sheriffs and Fire Department Respond to Guest Falling From Contemporary Resort

By Tom Bell | Published March 4, 2020 | Updated March 6, 2020

According to reports on social media and elsewhere, the Reedy Creek Fire Department and Orange County Sheriff’s Department responded to Disney’s Contemporary Resort. There were initially conflicting reports about someone falling from either the hotel or the Monorail Heavy sheriff, security, and rcfd presence, at Disney’s Contemporary Resort right now. pic.twitter.com/Csx6U5ATol — Chris Elltee (@unbrief) … Sheriffs and Fire Department Respond to Guest Falling From Contemporary Resort

New Disney Cruise Line Discount Offer For Guests Completing Their First Cruise

By Tom Bell | Published March 4, 2020 | Updated March 5, 2020

Disney Cruise Line has announced a new discount that is being offered to guests who have just completed their first sailing with Disney. The Welcome to Castaway Club discount offer is valid for 60 days after guests disembark their first cruise. The discount is valid provided the second sailing that within 22 months from the … New Disney Cruise Line Discount Offer For Guests Completing Their First Cruise

Mariachi Cobre and The Story of Coco Return to EPCOT for International Flower & Garden Festival

By Tom Bell | Published March 4, 2020

Again this year, Mariachi Cobre Presents…The Story of Coco will be part of the entertainment at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. Head to the Mexico Pavilion in World Showcase to catch the celebration, which features the mariachi band, folklorico dancers, and a hand-crafted puppet of Miguel from Coco. Several times a day the … Mariachi Cobre and The Story of Coco Return to EPCOT for International Flower & Garden Festival

D23 Presenting Streamed Event Celebrating Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway on March 4 at Noon

By Tom Bell | Published March 4, 2020

D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will celebrate the opening of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway with a special episode of D23 Inside Disney on March 4th at 12:00pm eastern. The special episode will go behind-the-scenes of the groundbreaking new attraction, talking with the Imagineers and creative minds that brought it to life. Then a … D23 Presenting Streamed Event Celebrating Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway on March 4 at Noon