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.

Teen Has Surprise Meeting With Former Pro at NBA Experience in Disney Springs

By Tom Bell | Published November 5, 2019

Pennsylvania teen Reece Henry, a huge basketball fan, was surprised by his parents recently with a visit to the NBA Experience in Disney Springs. While there, he got a chance to meet and chat with former NBA player Quentin Richardson. The unexpected meeting turned into an inspiring and memorable day for the teen (and it … Teen Has Surprise Meeting With Former Pro at NBA Experience in Disney Springs

Save Up To 25% on Rooms at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort in Early 2020

By Tom Bell | Published November 5, 2019

A brand new discount released by the Disneyland Resort could save you up to 25% on your stay at one of the resort’s hotels when you visit in early 2020. The exciting thing about this new offer is that, unlike most previous offers, it’s even good on the weekends! Stay most nights between January 5th … Save Up To 25% on Rooms at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort in Early 2020

Disneyland Park Adds New Scents to It’s a Small World Holiday

By Tom Bell | Published November 5, 2019

As it prepares to set sail for it’s 23rd year, it’s a small world holiday at Disneyland Park will be getting some upgrades in the form of three new scents. The seasonal overlay that highlights holiday traditions from around the world will now feature a cherry blossom fragrance in Asia, classic cinnamon in South America, … Disneyland Park Adds New Scents to It’s a Small World Holiday

Disney Parks Chairman Bob Chapek Helps Decorate Disneyland Park Christmas Tree

By Tom Bell | Published November 4, 2019

Early this morning, Disney Parks Chairman Bob Chapek and Disneyland Park Vice President Kris Theiler helped Cast Members place the star atop the 60-foot tall Christmas Tree in Town Square at Disneyland Park. Here’s a look at how the tree was put in place: The holiday season at the Disneyland Resort begins this Friday, November … Disney Parks Chairman Bob Chapek Helps Decorate Disneyland Park Christmas Tree

Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of November 4, 2019

By Tom Bell | Published November 4, 2019

Disney Cruise Line changes their discounts and special offers weekly, if not more. In order to help you keep up on the updates, here are all of the current discounts available. Check back each week to see what’s new, because you never know what new discount will show up! Highlights this week including new discounts … Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of November 4, 2019

Disney California Adventure Adds New Entertainment for Festival of Holidays

By Tom Bell | Published November 4, 2019 | Updated November 5, 2019

Disney California Adventure has released information about all of the entertainment that will be coming as Festival of Holidays begins this weekend, including a brand new show starring Mickey Mouse. Festival of Holidays includes live entertainment, crafts, Disney characters, and diverse foods in the Festival Foods Marketplace Mickey’s Happy Holidays is a new character celebration … Disney California Adventure Adds New Entertainment for Festival of Holidays

Peyton Reed Will Return to Direct Third ‘Ant-Man’ Film

By Tom Bell | Published November 1, 2019

Sources are reporting that director Peyton Reed will return to head the third installment in Marvel’s Ant-Man series, having directed the first two films. Paul Rudd is already scheduled to return as the title character, with other cast members expected to return as well, including Evangeline Lilly and Michael Douglas. There are no details on … Peyton Reed Will Return to Direct Third ‘Ant-Man’ Film

Walt Disney World PhotoPass Adds More Super Zoom Magic Shots

By Tom Bell | Published November 1, 2019

After testing a fun new Super Zoom Magic Shot at the Magic Kingdom over the last few months, Walt Disney World PhotoPass photographers have made it a permanent offering, plus they’ve added two new Super Zoom shots inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The original Super Zoom was set in the Central … Walt Disney World PhotoPass Adds More Super Zoom Magic Shots

Walt Disney World Releases Additional 2020 Dates for Disney After Hours

By Tom Bell | Published November 1, 2019

Walt Disney World has announced additional 2020 dates for Disney After Hours, the hard-ticket event that takes place at both Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. New 2020 dates for Magic Kingdom include: January 23, 27, 31 February 3, 10, 17, 24 March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 April 5, 13, 20, 27 May 5, … Walt Disney World Releases Additional 2020 Dates for Disney After Hours

Disneyland Resort Shares WonderGround Gallery Featured Artists for November

By Tom Bell | Published October 31, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has announced the featured artists that will be greeting guests at the WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney throughout the month of November. Artists in Residence – Lorelay & Neysa Bové Spanish artists Lorelay and Neysa will share the Artist in Residence spot for November. Lorelay will appear November 1st, 3rd, 9th, and … Disneyland Resort Shares WonderGround Gallery Featured Artists for November