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 Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of October 21, 2019

By Tom Bell | Published October 21, 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! You can also check our discounts … Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of October 21, 2019

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Opens in First Place, But Below Expectations

By Tom Bell | Published October 20, 2019

Disney’s Maleficent: Mistress of Evil is expected to finish in first place at the domestic box office for its opening weekend, but totals are well below expectations. The sequel starring Angelina Jolie will bring in $36 million for its first three days, over 45% below the $69.4 opening weekend for Maleficent in 2014. It was … Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Opens in First Place, But Below Expectations

Disney+ Approves Season 2 for High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

By Tom Bell | Published October 19, 2019

Even before the series debut, Disney+ has renewed High School Musical: The Musical: The Series for a second season. The mockumentary follows students of the fictional East High School, where the original High School Musical films were supposedly filmed. When the students realize that the school has never staged High School Musical: The Musical, they … Disney+ Approves Season 2 for High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

See the Final Trailer for Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker During Monday Night Football

By Tom Bell | Published October 19, 2019

The final trailer for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is set to be released during Monday Night Football this week. Tune in to ESPN to watch it for the first time live. The final part of the Skywalker saga hits theaters on December 20th. Tickets will go on sale following the release of the … See the Final Trailer for Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker During Monday Night Football

Where to Find New Maleficent-Themed Treats in Disney Parks

By Tom Bell | Published October 18, 2019

Now that Maleficent: Mistress of Evil is in theaters, the Disney Parks Blog wanted remind you where to find some new Maleficent-themed treats that hit Disney Parks today. Disneyland Resort Look for the Maleficent Candy Apple at Marceline’s Confectionery in Downtown Disney, Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff at Disney California Adventure, and Candy … Where to Find New Maleficent-Themed Treats in Disney Parks

Disney+ Announces More Documentary and Nonfiction Programming

By Tom Bell | Published October 18, 2019

At today’s International Documentary Association event, Disney+ was invited to share more about the documentary and nonfiction content coming to the streaming service. Several new titles were announced during the presentation. New titles include: Howard – The documentary from director Don Hahn sharing the story of lyricist Howard Ashman will stream exclusively on Disney+ in … Disney+ Announces More Documentary and Nonfiction Programming

New Oktoberfest Merchandise at the Germany Pavilion in Epcot

By Tom Bell | Published October 18, 2019

Throughout the Germany pavilion in Epcot‘s World Showcase you’ll find some fun new merchandise celebrating Germany and the Oktoberfest holiday. Start with some themed accessories like an alpine hat headband or coordinating jumbo pretzel handbag. Next, check out this Minnie Mouse-inspired drindl dress. Finally, check out the Oktoberfest-themed drinkware and apparel. Of course, you can … New Oktoberfest Merchandise at the Germany Pavilion in Epcot

Typhoon Lagoon to Celebrate Halloween with Special Treats and Activities

By Tom Bell | Published October 18, 2019

If a visit to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon is on your spreadsheet for Halloween, you’ll be happy to know that the water park will be celebrating with its own kind of spooky tropical fun. Unless otherwise noted, these special offerings are only available October 31st. Trick-or-Treating For the first time, guests will be able to go … Typhoon Lagoon to Celebrate Halloween with Special Treats and Activities

Play Disney Parks App Adds New Achievements and Matching Pins

By Tom Bell | Published October 17, 2019

Guest who make their wait in lines seem quicker at the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World by using the Play Disney Parks app now have even more digital achievements to collect. New starting today at the Disneyland Resort, there are achievements at: Disneyland Park Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin Pinocchio’s Daring Journey Sleeping Beauty … Play Disney Parks App Adds New Achievements and Matching Pins

Man Arrested For Molesting Child at Magic Kingdom

By Tom Bell | Published October 17, 2019 | Updated November 7, 2019

UPDATE (11/7/19): According to the Orlando Sentinel, James Anthony Jones is now facing six counts of lewd or lascivious molestation. The latest allegations, according to the Sheriff’s Department, stem from “more incidents at Disney properties.” Court records show that three of the four new charges involve offenses that occurred on September 15th, 2019, in addition to … Man Arrested For Molesting Child at Magic Kingdom