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.

Walt Disney World Chefs to Participate in Fundraising Events to Benefit Local Food Bank Programs

By Tom Bell | Published January 24, 2020

In February, some of the finest chefs at Walt Disney World are getting together for two separate events that benefit programs at the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. The first event on February 6th is at the Food Bank itself and features chefs from around central Florida, including members of the Walt Disney … Walt Disney World Chefs to Participate in Fundraising Events to Benefit Local Food Bank Programs

Preview of Pixar’s ‘Onward’ Coming to Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios

By Tom Bell | Published January 24, 2020

Guests at Walt Disney World and the Disneyland Resort will soon be able to catch a special preview of the newest Pixar Animation Studios film, Onward. The movie features the voices of Tom Holland and Chris Pratt as elf brothers who embark on an extraordinary quest in an attempt to spend one more day with … Preview of Pixar’s ‘Onward’ Coming to Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Margaret Kerry, Model for Tinker Bell, To Marry Lost Love at Age 90

By Tom Bell | Published January 24, 2020

Disney fan favorite Margaret Kerry, who was the reference model for Tinker Bell in 1953’s Peter Pan, recently reunited with a lost love and the pair plan to marry this spring. For Peter Pan, Kerry was filmed by special effects crews performing scenes with oversized props. The footage was later used by the animators to … Margaret Kerry, Model for Tinker Bell, To Marry Lost Love at Age 90

Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi Series Put On Hold Awaiting New Scripts

By Tom Bell | Published January 24, 2020

According to several sources, the much-anticipated Obi-Wan Kenobi series being created for Disney+, featuring Ewan McGregor returning to the role, has been put on hold. The limited series, which is set eight years following Revenge of the Sith, is not being cancelled but is being reconfigured and reduced from 6 episodes to just 4. Deborah … Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi Series Put On Hold Awaiting New Scripts

The Pirates League at Magic Kingdom is Closing This Summer

By Tom Bell | Published January 24, 2020

According to a note on the official Walt Disney World website, The Pirates League at the Magic Kingdom will close on July 27, 2020. Located next to Pirates of the Caribbean in Adventureland, The Pirates League offers makeover packages that transform young guests into a pirate captain, first mate, or mermaid. There is no word … The Pirates League at Magic Kingdom is Closing This Summer

Another New Poster Revealed That Will Line Queue in Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

By Tom Bell | Published January 23, 2020

The Disney Parks Blog has revealed the fourth in a series of Mickey Mouse cartoon short posters that will appear in the queue for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway when it opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 4th. “Tokyo Go” is a madcap cartoon adventure with Mickey taking a wild ride on a Japanese … Another New Poster Revealed That Will Line Queue in Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

Event Tickets for 2020 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Are Now Available

By Tom Bell | Published January 23, 2020

Tickets are now on sale for many of the seminars and events that will take place during the 2020 Disney California Food & Wine Festival, including tastings, winemaker receptions, and a new culinary walking tour. This year’s Festival begins February 28th and continues through April 21st. The new Disney Culinary Adventure Tour is scheduled Wednesdays … Event Tickets for 2020 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Are Now Available

Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite Scheduled for August 27 at Disneyland Park

By Tom Bell | Published January 23, 2020 | Updated February 19, 2020

UPDATE 02/19/20: Ticket information has been announced for Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite. Tickets are $109 per person and are now available for Annual Passholders. Tickets go on sale to the general public on February 20th. The event is 9:00pm to 1:00pm, however guests can enter Disneyland Park as early as 6:00pm. Star Wars: … Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite Scheduled for August 27 at Disneyland Park

Disney on Broadway Concert Series Will Live Stream January 25 Performance From Epcot

By Tom Bell | Published January 23, 2020 | Updated January 26, 2020

The Disney Parks Blog has announced that their next DisneyParksLIVE stream will be the January 25th performance of the Disney on Broadway Concert Series, part of the 2020 Epcot International Festival of the Arts. The concert, which celebrates 25 years of Disney on Broadway, will feature Alton Fitzgerald White (The Lion King), Kissy Simmons (The … Disney on Broadway Concert Series Will Live Stream January 25 Performance From Epcot

Star Wars Day at Sea Dates Announced for 2021 Sailings on the Disney Fantasy

By Tom Bell | Published January 23, 2020

Disney Cruise Line has confirmed that Star Wars Day at Sea will return in early 2021, with several special sailings in the Caribbean aboard the Disney Fantasy. The 7-night itineraries feature an exciting day-long Star Wars celebration that includes familiar characters, live shows, and themed activities for the whole family, culminating in the Summon the … Star Wars Day at Sea Dates Announced for 2021 Sailings on the Disney Fantasy