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.

Halloween Time 2019 Eats and Treats at the Disneyland Resort

By Tom Bell | Published September 6, 2019

Once again this year, the chefs and bakers at the Disneyland Resort have gone all out to create special food items for Halloween Time. There are treats at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, plus all three resort hotels. Keep in mind that these treats will disappear after Halloween. HALLOWEEN CHURROS Disneyland Park Maleficent … Halloween Time 2019 Eats and Treats at the Disneyland Resort

This Year’s Gingerbread House Honors 50 Years of Haunted Mansion at Disneyland

By Tom Bell | Published September 6, 2019

For the 19th straight year, the Disneyland Resort Central Bakery team has come together to build a massive gingerbread house for the ballroom scene in Haunted Mansion Holiday. Since the Haunted Mansion just celebrated 50 years of spooky existence at Disneyland Park, the designers used that as their theme. The gingerbread house took six Cast … This Year’s Gingerbread House Honors 50 Years of Haunted Mansion at Disneyland

Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade Returns to Disneyland Park on October 1

By Tom Bell | Published September 5, 2019

According to an update to park hours posted recently on the official Disneyland website, Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade will return to Disneyland Park starting October 1st. Guests last saw the Cavalcade on August 1st, when it filled the gap between the end of Mickey’s Soundsational Parade and the return of the Main Street Electrical … Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade Returns to Disneyland Park on October 1

Disney Visa Cardholders Can Save up to 30% at the Disneyland Resort Hotels During the Holidays

By Tom Bell | Published September 5, 2019

Disney Visa cardholders can save up to 30% this holiday season on a stay at select Disneyland Resort Hotels with a new discount offer. The discount is available most Sunday through Thursday nights from October 13th to December 19th. At Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, cardholders can save up to 30% on a Premium Room or … Disney Visa Cardholders Can Save up to 30% at the Disneyland Resort Hotels During the Holidays

Baby Eland Born Today at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

By Tom Bell | Published September 4, 2019

As the Walt Disney World Resort got ready to reopen this morning following yesterday’s early closures to prepare for the possible arrival of Hurricane Dorian, animal handlers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom were busy delivering a new eland calf. Given the timing of the birth in relationship to the storm, the calf was named Doppler. A … Baby Eland Born Today at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Asian Street Eats and Updated Jamba Juice Coming to Downtown Disney

By Tom Bell | Published September 4, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has announced a new eatery and an update to an old favorite are both coming soon to Downtown Disney. Late this year, Asian Street Eats by Chef Hung Huynh will open on the west end of Downtown Disney. The new concept, featuring a take-out window, will serve a menu that includes rice … Asian Street Eats and Updated Jamba Juice Coming to Downtown Disney

The Walt Disney Company is Donating at Least $1 Million to Hurricane Relief Efforts

By Tom Bell | Published September 3, 2019

The Walt Disney Company has announced that they will be contributing over $1 million to assist with relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Dorian in The Bahamas. In the announcement, Chairman and CEO Bob Iger said: The Walt Disney Company stands with the people of The Bahamas affected by Hurricane Dorian.  We hope our … The Walt Disney Company is Donating at Least $1 Million to Hurricane Relief Efforts

Tasty New Gift Card Offer for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders

By Tom Bell | Published September 3, 2019

In celebration of this year’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can take advantage of a new Disney Gift Card bonus offer. Now through November 23rd, Passholders who purchase an exclusive Chef Minnie $100 Gift Card will also receive a $10 digital bonus that can be used at select table … Tasty New Gift Card Offer for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders

Disneyland Resort Pins Releases for September and Oogie Boogie Bash

By Tom Bell | Published September 2, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has released a peek at the pin releases for September, along with the exclusive pins available during Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party. Designs themes for September including Mary Poppins, Mulan, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and more. Releases for Oogie Boogie Bash include several limited edition and a special Annual … Disneyland Resort Pins Releases for September and Oogie Boogie Bash

Disneyland Resort Shares WonderGround Gallery Featured Artists for September

By Tom Bell | Published September 2, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has shared some of their featured artists for the month of September that will be appearing at the WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney. Artists typically bring a selection of their work, chat with guests, and sign their work. Sometimes they even create new works at the Gallery as guests watch. This month’s … Disneyland Resort Shares WonderGround Gallery Featured Artists for September