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.

Disney Cruise Line to Give Free Texting to Crew Members

By Tom Bell | Published October 31, 2019

Disney Cruise Line has announced that they will begin providing complimentary texting for their crew members across all four ships. This will allow crew to stay in contact with friends and family while working away from home. The crews aboard Disney ships represent more than 80 different nationalities. Jeff Vahle, president of Disney Cruise Line … Disney Cruise Line to Give Free Texting to Crew Members

John Stamos to Star as College Basketball Coach in Dramedy Series for Disney+

By Tom Bell | Published October 30, 2019

John Stamos is set to star in new dramedy series for Disney+. Big Shot is being written and executive produced by David E. Kelley and Dean Lorey, with Brad Garrett, who originated the idea, also aboard as executive producer. The show features Stamos as a temperamental college basketball coach who gets fired and has to … John Stamos to Star as College Basketball Coach in Dramedy Series for Disney+

A Closer Look at the New Spaces on the Disney Wonder

By Tom Bell | Published October 30, 2019

Disney Cruise Line has shared a new video that takes a closer look at some of the new spaces that debuted on the Disney Wonder a few weeks ago. The new French Quarter Lounge has taken over the Promenade Lounge, the Cove Cafe has been reimagined, and there’s new fun for teens at Vibe. For … A Closer Look at the New Spaces on the Disney Wonder

Animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Enjoy Pumpkin Playtime for Halloween

By Tom Bell | Published October 30, 2019

The animal care team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is continuing the seasonal tradition of offering pumpkins to the animals for Halloween. The enrichment program gives the animals a chance to make choices about their environment and often encourages natural behaviors.  As you can see in the video, the animals might eat, smash, or just roll … Animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Enjoy Pumpkin Playtime for Halloween

New Sweet Treats and Dapper Day Eats at the Disneyland Resort

By Tom Bell | Published October 29, 2019

The Disney Parks Blog has shared some Best Bites for late-October and early-November at the Disneyland Resort that include tasty plant-based options, new sweets, and Dapper Day fun. Even though Halloween Time is winding down, there is still a bit of spooky fun to be had with the new Maleficent: Mistress of Evil light-up cotton … New Sweet Treats and Dapper Day Eats at the Disneyland Resort

Special Disney Springs Dining Offers for runDisney Athletes

By Tom Bell | Published October 29, 2019

The 2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend starts on Friday at Walt Disney World and some of the restaurants in Disney Springs have special offers to help racers carb load before the main event. Terralina Crafted Italian has a menu filled with pasta dishes that are the perfect pre-race meal, with choices like … Special Disney Springs Dining Offers for runDisney Athletes

Disney California Adventure Shares 2020 Dates for Lunar Year Year and Food & Wine Festival

By Tom Bell | Published October 29, 2019

Disney California Adventure has announced the 2020 dates for the returns of the Lunar New Year celebration and the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. Lunar New Year will once again take over Paradise Gardens Park from January 17th through February 9th. Look for multicultural performances, food, themed merchandise, and more. You’ll also be … Disney California Adventure Shares 2020 Dates for Lunar Year Year and Food & Wine Festival

Disney+ Shares New Trailers for The Mandalorian, Encore!, and The World According to Jeff Goldblum

By Tom Bell | Published October 29, 2019

Today, Disney+ released new trailers for three of the series that will be available when the streaming service goes live on November 12th. Encore!, with Kristen Bell, follows ordinary people who gather to once again put on the school musical they appeared in during their high school years. The World According to Jeff Goldblum explores … Disney+ Shares New Trailers for The Mandalorian, Encore!, and The World According to Jeff Goldblum

Behind-the-Scenes of New Holiday Puppets Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

By Tom Bell | Published October 28, 2019

Disney Parks Live Entertainment has released a look behind-the-scenes at the new animal puppets that will debut this holiday season at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Discovery Island will be filled with sparking white decorations and throughout the day, winter animal puppets will come to life and serenading musicians will fill the area. The menagerie of animals … Behind-the-Scenes of New Holiday Puppets Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney+ Releases New Posters for ‘The Mandalorian’ and Schedules New Trailer

By Tom Bell | Published October 28, 2019

Disney+, the new streaming service that debuts next month, has released several new posters and scheduled a new trailer for The Mandalorian, a new Star Wars series created by Jon Favreau. After the stories of Jango and Boba Fett, another warrior emerges in the Star Wars universe. The Mandalorian is set after the fall of … Disney+ Releases New Posters for ‘The Mandalorian’ and Schedules New Trailer