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 Announces December 2019 Artist Showcases

By Tom Bell | Published December 4, 2019

Each month, the Disneyland Resort hosts several artists showcases. Many are at the WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney, but you’ll also find them inside the parks. Here’s a look at some of the artists that are scheduled for December, including several that are showcasing holiday art. Artist Showcase WonderGround Gallery – December 7, 11:00am-1:00pm Meet … Disneyland Resort Announces December 2019 Artist Showcases

Play Disney Parks App Adds New Jobs for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

By Tom Bell | Published December 4, 2019

With Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opening soon in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the Play Disney Parks app has been updated with two new assignments. While in the Black Spire Outpost on Batuu, the smartphone app becomes a Datapad that lets you interact with the land and earn credits by … Play Disney Parks App Adds New Jobs for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

New Details of Restaurants Coming to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios

By Tom Bell | Published December 4, 2019

Walt Disney World has released some new details and concept art for three new themed restaurants coming to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. First up is the Roundup Rodeo BBQ [above], which will open next year in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The table-service restaurant in the heart of Andy’s backyard will feature … New Details of Restaurants Coming to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Hotel to Open in 2021 at Walt Disney World

By Tom Bell | Published December 4, 2019

Walt Disney World has just announced Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, a new two-night cruise-style experience, will open in 2021. Disney also released concept art showing how the terminal will look when you arrive for your immersive Star Wars vacation. From there you’ll travel in a launch pod up to the Halcyon, which is your ship … Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Hotel to Open in 2021 at Walt Disney World

Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway to Open March 4th at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

By Tom Bell | Published December 4, 2019

Disney Parks Chairman Bob Chapek just announced the Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway will open March 4th at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The attraction, the first featuring Mickey and Minnie, replaces The Great Movie Ride. Guests will go inside a Mickey Mouse cartoon where “anything can happen!” Source: Disney Parks Blog

Disneyland is Offering $1 Off a Dole Whip With Purchase of Glass Tiki Cup

By Tom Bell | Published December 3, 2019

For a limited time, Disneyland Park is offering a discount on the classic Dole Whip with the purchase of a glass tiki cup. Guests who purchase a glass tiki cup from the Adventureland Bazaar can visit The Tropical Hideway and receive $1 off a classic Dole Whip. This offer is good through January 6th or … Disneyland is Offering $1 Off a Dole Whip With Purchase of Glass Tiki Cup

Toys For Tots Collection Drive This Weekend at the Disneyland Resort

By Tom Bell | Published December 3, 2019

Once again this year, the Disneyland Resort will help out the United States Marine Corps Reserves and collect Toys For Tots that will be donated to less fortunate children in Orange County. The collection drive takes place this weekend, December 7th & 8th, in Downtown Disney. Drop off a new, unwrapped toy valued at $10 … Toys For Tots Collection Drive This Weekend at the Disneyland Resort

Disney’s Riviera Resort Reveals Tangled-Inspired Mosaic

By Tom Bell | Published December 3, 2019

Back in October, the Disney Parks Blog shared a look at one part of the Disney’s Riviera Resort walkway tunnel that features a beautiful Peter Pan mosaic, and now we finally get our first look at a second mosaic inspired by Tangled. Disney Shares First Look at Peter Pan Mosaic Mural at Disney’s Riviera Resort … Disney’s Riviera Resort Reveals Tangled-Inspired Mosaic

Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge Game Show Coming to Disney+ in 2020

By Tom Bell | Published December 3, 2019

Disney+ has announced development of a new game show set in a galaxy far, far away that will transport both viewers and contestants into the Star Wars galaxy like never before. Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge will test the abilities of young contestants in strength, knowledge, and bravery, the core principles of a Jedi. The … Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge Game Show Coming to Disney+ in 2020

Disneyland Annual Passholders Getting Extra Time on Haunted Mansion Holiday

By Tom Bell | Published December 3, 2019

Next week, Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders will be getting a special after-hours experience on Haunted Mansion Holiday. Passholders can visit the classic holiday attraction for up to one hour after Disneyland Park closes on December 9th, 10th, and 11th. Guests must have a valid annual pass and be inside Disneyland before the park closes to … Disneyland Annual Passholders Getting Extra Time on Haunted Mansion Holiday