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 to Release Last Set of Annual Passholder Mobile Order Buttons

By Tom Bell | Published January 7, 2020

The Disneyland Resort is releasing what they are saying is the final batch of Annual Passholder exclusive buttons promoting the Mobile Order feature on the Disneyland App. Beginning January 9th, buttons will be available at the following locations: Disneyland Park Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Milk Stand Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Ronto Roasters Disney … Disneyland to Release Last Set of Annual Passholder Mobile Order Buttons

Epcot Shares Annual Passholder Exclusives for International Festival of the Arts

By Tom Bell | Published January 7, 2020

The Epcot International Festival of the Arts starts soon and Walt Disney World Annual Passholders have an exclusive gift, merchandise, and discounts to look forward to. Epcot continues their Passholder magnet series, and this time around it features “Artful Mickey.” The magnet was painted by Will Gay, an artist who is featured at this year’s … Epcot Shares Annual Passholder Exclusives for International Festival of the Arts

Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of January 6, 2020

By Tom Bell | Published January 6, 2020

It’s time for the first Disney Cruise Line discount update of the year! Start your year off by booking an exciting 2020 vacation to the Bahamas, Caribbean, or other exotic location at a discount. New this week, our Special Rates have been updated, with several offers extended through February 29th. These rates are open to … Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of January 6, 2020

runDisney Reveals Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Merchandise

By Tom Bell | Published January 3, 2020

The 2020 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is coming up in a few days and runDisney has just given us a look at some of the merchandise that will available. Look for a variety of merchandise featuring classic Disney characters, including Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, Pluto, and even Oswald. Look for t-shirts, jackets, hats, and … runDisney Reveals Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Merchandise

Disneyland Resort Debuts New Ariel’s Grotto Coral Spirit Jersey

By Tom Bell | Published January 3, 2020

A new year….a new spirit jersey. Today, the Disneyland Resort introduced their newest themed color spirit jersey which is now in stock at select merchandise locations. Look for the Ariel’s Grotto Coral spirit jersey at the Emporium in Disneyland Park, Elias & Co. in Disney California Adventure, and World of Disney in Downtown Disney. Source: … Disneyland Resort Debuts New Ariel’s Grotto Coral Spirit Jersey

Disney California Adventures Shares More Details of the 2020 Lunar New Year Celebration

By Tom Bell | Published January 3, 2020 | Updated January 12, 2020

UPDATE: Here’s more of the merchandise coming for Lunar New Year: The Lunar New Year celebration starts soon at Disney California Adventure and we have a few more details of the what’s on tap for the Year of the Mouse, including many returning favorites. As always, look for unique food items, traditional entertainment, fun character … Disney California Adventures Shares More Details of the 2020 Lunar New Year Celebration

Smoke Causes Brief Closure of PeopleMover and Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom

By Tom Bell | Published January 3, 2020

Magic Kingdom Cast Members evacuated both the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover and the Astro Orbiter for a brief time Thursday afternoon after smoke was seen coming from the area of the PeopleMover. The Orlando Sentinel talked with James Reinert, a guest who was in line at the time of the incident: “I could smell something … Smoke Causes Brief Closure of PeopleMover and Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom

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

By Tom Bell | Published January 3, 2020 | Updated January 6, 2020

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

By Tom Bell | Published January 2, 2020 | Updated January 3, 2020

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

By Tom Bell | Published January 2, 2020

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