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 Employee Arrested for Molesting 10-Year-Old Guest

By Tom Bell | Published October 12, 2019 | Updated November 5, 2019

UPDATE 11/5/19: According to CBS Miami, the charges described below against Oliver Lovatt, a former Disney Cruise Line youth club crew member, have been dropped. Reportedly, the prosecutors found inconsistencies in the victim’s story and made the decision to drop the charges. Lovatt has been in jail for six months. According to a recent arrest … Disney Cruise Line Employee Arrested for Molesting 10-Year-Old Guest

Disneyland Releases Additional Tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash

By Tom Bell | Published October 11, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has released additional tickets for the sold-out Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party “due to popular demand.” Oogie Boogie Bash is the new after-hours Halloween party that takes place in Disney California Adventure. Tickets are available for select dates while supplies last, but are only available by phone [714-781-4565]. Remaining … Disneyland Releases Additional Tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash

Make-A-Wish Kid Shares Special Moment with Sheriff Woody at Walt Disney World

By Tom Bell | Published October 11, 2019

The Disney Parks Blog and Walt Disney World are continuing their #FeelGoodFriday series with the story of a Make-A Wish kid and his love for the Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party at the Magic Kingdom. On a previous trip to Walt Disney World, 9-year-old Grant experienced the fun-filled dance party and it … Make-A-Wish Kid Shares Special Moment with Sheriff Woody at Walt Disney World

October Featured Artists at the Disneyland Resort Get in the Halloween Spirit

By Tom Bell | Published October 10, 2019

Throughout the month of October, the Disneyland Resort is featuring several artist showcases at WonderGround Gallery that are themed to Halloween. Artist Showcase – Mimi Chao and Naki Meet artists Mimi Chao and Maki and they launch their Disney Villains: Interpreted Collection. The curated set of lucky 13 pieces from artists around the world will … October Featured Artists at the Disneyland Resort Get in the Halloween Spirit

A Look at Merchandise for the 2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend

By Tom Bell | Published October 9, 2019

Later this month, runDisney will be presenting the 2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend and today released a look at some of the merchandise that will be available to runners, walkers, and fans. The events take place October 31st through November 3rd around Walt Disney World. Look for performance apparel, shirts, hoodies, hats, … A Look at Merchandise for the 2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend

Mickey’s Toontown Mountains Removed from Disneyland Park

By Tom Bell | Published October 9, 2019

Construction begins soon at Disneyland Park on Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, but first a large building behind Mickey’s Toontown needed to be demolished to make room for the new attraction. That building was recently removed, but unfortunately, much of the Toontown mountain range was attached to that building and came down with it. The … Mickey’s Toontown Mountains Removed from Disneyland Park

Disney Magic Cancels a Stop in Boston Due to Weather

By Tom Bell | Published October 9, 2019

Commodore Tom Forberg announced to guests aboard the Disney Magic today that Thursday’s stop in Boston would be canceled due to deteriorating weather, including 25-foot waves. The ship sailed out of New York City on Saturday on a 7-night Disney Vacation Club Members-only cruise to Bermuda. Instead of the stop in Boston, the Magic will … Disney Magic Cancels a Stop in Boston Due to Weather

Disneyland to Test New Touch Screen FASTPASS Kiosks in Tomorrowland

By Tom Bell | Published October 8, 2019

Starting next week, the Disneyland Resort will change the way guests make their FASTPASS reservations in Tomorrowland when a set of new touch screen, self-serve kiosks opens. Beginning October 15, the new kiosks located in front of the Tomorrowland Theater will be the FASTPASS location for Space Mountain, Star Tours: The Adventures Continue, and Buzz … Disneyland to Test New Touch Screen FASTPASS Kiosks in Tomorrowland

Walt Disney World Invites 8-Year-Old Dancing Princess Tiana Back to Magic Kingdom

By Tom Bell | Published October 8, 2019

An 8-year-old girl who impressed guests (and went viral) with her impromptu dance with the Main Street Philharmonic Band was invited back to the Magic Kingdom to tell her story. Video of Sydney Russell, dressed as Princess Tiana, was posted by her mom on Facebook and over 1 million views later it caught Disney’s attention. … Walt Disney World Invites 8-Year-Old Dancing Princess Tiana Back to Magic Kingdom

New Menu Options and Food Kiosks Coming to Epcot

By Tom Bell | Published October 8, 2019

In the midst of the all the changes coming to Epcot, there is some food news that includes new locations and new menu items, proving the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival isn’t the only place to find fun new eats. Recently, The Donut Box debuted its menu of sweet and savory fried treats and … New Menu Options and Food Kiosks Coming to Epcot