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 for the Week of March 2, 2020

By Tom Bell | Published March 2, 2020

Welcome to March and our first Disney Cruise Line discount update for the month. There are several new military discounts again this week, plus a few for Florida residents, including a 12-night Transatlantic that keeps going on and off the list. Watch out for that one! Disney Cruise Line changes their discounts and special offers … Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of March 2, 2020

DisneyParks to Live Stream Dedication of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway on March 3

By Tom Bell | Published March 1, 2020 | Updated March 3, 2020

The Disney Parks Blog has scheduled its next DisneyParksLIVE stream during the dedication ceremony for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which will take place the evening before the attraction opens to the public. Tune in below on March 3rd starting at 7:20pm Eastern to celebrate the zany new attraction that puts … DisneyParks to Live Stream Dedication of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway on March 3

Finding Dory’s Friends Scavenger Hunt Now Available at The Seas with Nemo & Friends

By Tom Bell | Published March 1, 2020

Guests at Epcot can now participate in a new interactive scavenger hunt at The Seas with Nemo & Friends pavilion. Finding Dory’s Friends has guests of all ages solving rhyming puzzles and looking for clues to help Dory locate her friends, collecting stickers and learning fun facts along the way. Booklets are available on the … Finding Dory’s Friends Scavenger Hunt Now Available at The Seas with Nemo & Friends

Merchandise for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Arriving Soon

By Tom Bell | Published March 1, 2020

To celebrate the March 4th opening of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be able to choose from a wide variety of merchandise items, including apparel, toys, headbands, and this opening day pin. These signature headband ears are embroidered with the new attraction’s theme song: “Nothing Can Stop Us Now!” … Merchandise for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Arriving Soon

How We Used Our Sip and Savor Pass at Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

By Tom Bell | Published February 29, 2020 | Updated March 3, 2020

The 2020 edition of the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival kicked off this weekend with its 13 Festival Marketplaces. My good friend Morgan and I were there to check it out and actually got to experience both opening day and a soft opening the day before! As I said, this year there are … How We Used Our Sip and Savor Pass at Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

Highlights From the New Magic Happens Parade at Disneyland Park

By Tom Bell | Published February 28, 2020 | Updated February 29, 2020

Magic Happens debuts Friday, February 28th at Disneyland Park, but invited media and guests who happened to be in the park on Thursday got a preview of the energetic new parade. The new daytime parade features a soundtrack influenced by Todrick Hall and floats that include magic moments from Moana, Coco, Frozen 2, and more. … Highlights From the New Magic Happens Parade at Disneyland Park

Disneyland Offering Food and Merchandise for 25th Anniversary of Indiana Jones Adventure

By Tom Bell | Published February 27, 2020

March 3rd marks the 25th anniversary of the Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland Park, and the resort has some special offerings to celebrate. First is the new Indiana Jones Adventure Funko POP that is available starting February 29th at Disneyana and the WonderGround Gallery. There’s also a 25th anniversary shirt that will be available at … Disneyland Offering Food and Merchandise for 25th Anniversary of Indiana Jones Adventure

Transformation of Spaceship Earth at Epcot to Begin May 26

By Tom Bell | Published February 25, 2020 | Updated July 29, 2020

At last year’s D23 Expo, Disney announced a major transformation of EPCOT, and as part of that, a reimagining of Spaceship Earth. Today, Walt Disney World confirmed that they will being work on the “new vision” for Spaceship Earth starting May 26th. The update “will focus on the story of humanity, following our long journey … Transformation of Spaceship Earth at Epcot to Begin May 26

Disney Names Bob Chapek New CEO, Replacing Bob Iger Immediately

By Tom Bell | Published February 25, 2020

The Walt Disney Company just announced that Bob Chapek will replace Bob Iger as Chief Executive Office effective immediately. Chapek had been the Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, and is a 27-year veteran of the company. Iger will become the Executive Chairman until his current contract expires at the end of 2021, providing … Disney Names Bob Chapek New CEO, Replacing Bob Iger Immediately

Bringing Together the Choreography for the Magic Happens Parade at Disneyland Park

By Tom Bell | Published February 25, 2020

Magic Happens makes its way down Main Street USA at Disneyland Park for the first time on February 28th and the dancers and performers are working feverishly to bring it all together with modern choreography and innovative props. Choreographers Stephen DiSchiavi and Sarah Kobayashi, along with several of the dancers, share a look behind-the-scenes at … Bringing Together the Choreography for the Magic Happens Parade at Disneyland Park