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.



Alfresco Tasting Terrace at Disney California Adventure to Become Annual Passholder Exclusive

UPDATE: The drinks that have been added to the menu at Alfresco Tasting Terrace include nods to former attractions Orange Stinger, Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, The Fun Wheel, and California Screamin’, plus the Man Hat N’ Beach shop. The Stinger [$15.00] – Pineapple-Jalapeño Tequila, Orange Liqueur and House-made Orange-Habañero Simple Syrup Specialty Manhattan [$16.00] Alfresco Tasting Terrace at Disney California Adventure to Become Annual Passholder Exclusive

Permit Shows New DVC Tower at the Disneyland Hotel Could be Larger, Shorter Than First Reported

CORRECTION: This permit is not related to a Disney Vacation Club property, but to another timeshare company. We apologize for the confusion. A new permit issued last week by the city of Anaheim gives more insight into the possible size and additional uses for the new Disney Vacation Club tower being built at the Disneyland Permit Shows New DVC Tower at the Disneyland Hotel Could be Larger, Shorter Than First Reported

New Sail Away Minnie Merchandise Collection Available on Disney Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line has introduced another new merchandise collection and this one centers on the one-and-only Minnie Mouse. The Sail Away Minnie collection features floral patterns that are paired with sea life, nautical images, and touches of rose gold. For the first time aboard Disney Cruise Line, the collection even features matching mother and daughter New Sail Away Minnie Merchandise Collection Available on Disney Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line Health Inspection Scores from the CDC Remain High for 2019

As often as twice a year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) performs surprise inspections on cruise ships in order to prevent the spread of gastrointestinal illnesses. As expected, the four ships of Disney Cruise Line continued to score high marks during the 2019 inspections, including perfect scores for the Disney Dream and Disney Cruise Line Health Inspection Scores from the CDC Remain High for 2019

Florida Residents Can Save at Walt Disney World With New Discover Disney Tickets

Starting January 2nd, Florida residents can visit Walt Disney World for as little as $49 per day with the new Discover Disney Ticket. The 3-day or 4-day Discover Disney Tickets can used anytime through June 30, 2020 for admission to any one theme park per day, with no block-out dates. 3-Day Discover Disney Ticket | Florida Residents Can Save at Walt Disney World With New Discover Disney Tickets

Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of December 30, 2019

It’s time for the final Disney Cruise Line discount update of the year! Even though the year is winding down, there are still plenty of discounts to be had across the board. New this week on both the Florida Resident AND Military discount list is an 8-Night Eastern Caribbean sailing on the Disney Fantasy. Book Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of December 30, 2019

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Continues to Top the Box Office

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the ninth and final chapter of the saga, continues to dominate the box office, bringing in over $72 million this weekend and a total of $136 million for the five-day Christmas holiday period. The successful weekend brings the film’s total to $361 million domestically and $725 million worldwide, making Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Continues to Top the Box Office

City Works, Opening January 2020 in Disney Springs, Releases Food Menu

City Works Eatery & Pour House, which is opening next month in Disney Springs (after a bit of delay), has released a huge food menu that includes appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, salads, steak, and chicken, plus an all-day breakfast and weekend brunch. Drink menus are still being finalized. The FULL MENU is available on The City Works, Opening January 2020 in Disney Springs, Releases Food Menu

Ryan Reynolds Confirms ‘Deadpool 3’ Will Be Made at Marvel Studios

Actor Ryan Reynolds let it slip recently that not only is there a Deadpool 3 in pre-production, but that the sequel will be produced by Marvel Studios. Reynolds, who plays the title character, was on Live with Kelly and Ryan recently and shared the information when asked about a third film. “Yeah, we’re working on Ryan Reynolds Confirms ‘Deadpool 3’ Will Be Made at Marvel Studios