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.



Watch the Grand Opening of NBA Experience Live from Disney Springs on August 12

The NBA Experience at Disney Springs will celebrate its grand opening on August 12th, and the Disney Parks Blog is set to live stream the ceremony. The celebration is expected to include appearances by Disney friends, NBA players, WNBA players, and ESPN personalities. The ceremony, which is for invited guests only, will be streamed live Watch the Grand Opening of NBA Experience Live from Disney Springs on August 12

Disneyland Now Taking Advanced Reservations for Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

The Disneyland Resort has just added 14-day advance reservations for the Droid Depot inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park. Guests can now book the activity through the Disneyland website, which can be accessed directly or through the Disneyland app. A valid credit is required for booking. Astromech droids start at $99.99 each and Disneyland Now Taking Advanced Reservations for Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Play Disney Parks App Adds Limited-Time Haunted Mansion Achievements at Disneyland

The Play Disney Parks app has added some new limited-time achievements for guests celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park with a visit to the classic attraction. Now through August 10th, guests experiencing the Haunted Mansion will receive the Sarah “Sally” Slater achievement, featuring the young girl balanced on a tightrope. Play Disney Parks App Adds Limited-Time Haunted Mansion Achievements at Disneyland

Aulani Introducing Beyond the Painted Sky Package for Boys and Girls

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii, is debuting a new experience for both girls and boys inside Painted Sky: HI Style Studio. Beyond the Painted Sky, for kids 3 to 12, starts with a fashion transformation. Stylists will tend to their hairstyle, makeup, costume, and accessory needs. Package options include Aulani Too Too Aulani Introducing Beyond the Painted Sky Package for Boys and Girls

Walt Disney Co. 3rd Quarter Earnings Report Shows Revenue Gains, Lower Income

This afternoon, The Walt Disney Company released their earnings report for the 3rd fiscal quarter of 2019 (ending June 30, 2019), showing revenue up 33% and income down 5% over last year. Chairman and CEO Bob Iger called it one of the most “complicated” earnings reports he’s seen due to the recent acquisitions and upcoming Walt Disney Co. 3rd Quarter Earnings Report Shows Revenue Gains, Lower Income

New Disneyland Treats Inspired By 50 Years of the Haunted Mansion

This weekend, Disneyland Park celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion and the chefs of the Disneyland Resort have come up with some spooky treats to mark the occasion. Look for these new options for a limited time beginning August 9th. Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante The Long Forgotten Duelist Tacos – two fry bread New Disneyland Treats Inspired By 50 Years of the Haunted Mansion