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.

Winners of the D23 Expo Design Challenge are Announced

By Tom Bell | Published July 12, 2019

D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has announced the winners of this year’s D23 Expo Design Challenge, which celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park. Judges for the Challenge included Tom Fitzgerald, creative executive at Walt Disney Imagineering; Kevin Lively, story editor at Walt Disney Imagineering; Jeffrey-Shaver Moskowitz, executive portfolio producer … Winners of the D23 Expo Design Challenge are Announced

Walt Disney World Cast Members Can Preview Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Beginning August 1

By Tom Bell | Published July 12, 2019

Cast Members at Walt Disney World will soon have an opportunity to visit Batuu when previews for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios begin August 1st. Starting Monday, Cast Members can sign-up for a four hour preview that allows them and their guest a chance to experience the new land and Millennium Falcon: … Walt Disney World Cast Members Can Preview Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Beginning August 1

Riviera Resort to Host ‘Mezzanotte at Topolino’s: An Italian Masquerade’ on New Year’s Eve

By Tom Bell | Published July 12, 2019

Disney’s Riviera Resort, the newest Disney Vacation Club property set to open in December, will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party at Topolino’s Terrace: Flavors of the Riviera, its rooftop restaurant. While DVC Members will get first shot at tickets, the limited-capacity event is open to the general public. Guests will enjoy a European-inspired … Riviera Resort to Host ‘Mezzanotte at Topolino’s: An Italian Masquerade’ on New Year’s Eve

Catch Voice Actors From ‘The Lion King’ Before Festival of Fantasy Parade on July 13

By Tom Bell | Published July 11, 2019

Two young stars from the upcoming The Lion King remake will be honorary Grand Marshals for the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom on Saturday, July 13th. JD McCrary who plays Young Simba and Shahadi Wright Joseph who voices Young Nala will appear before 3:00pm parade. Later, the pair will head over to … Catch Voice Actors From ‘The Lion King’ Before Festival of Fantasy Parade on July 13

Red Car Trolley News Boys Show at California Adventure Ending Soon

By Tom Bell | Published July 11, 2019

With summer crowds lighter than expected, the Disneyland Resort may have started implementing cost-cutting measures, with the Red Car Trolley News Boys show at Disney California Adventure among the first victims. Several sources, including some Cast Members, are reporting that the final show will be July 23rd. The Disneyland Resort website has not been updated, … Red Car Trolley News Boys Show at California Adventure Ending Soon

Save Up to 20% on a Disneyland Resort Hotel Stay This Summer with Your Disney Visa

By Tom Bell | Published July 10, 2019

Disney Visa cardholders can save up to 20% this summer on their stay at select Disneyland Resort Hotels with this new offer. The offer is good most Sunday through Thursday nights from July 14th through August 8th, and must be booked by August 4th. Cardholders booking a stay at the Disneyland Hotel or Disney’s Grand … Save Up to 20% on a Disneyland Resort Hotel Stay This Summer with Your Disney Visa

Temporary Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade Coming to Disneyland Starting July 18

By Tom Bell | Published July 9, 2019 | Updated July 10, 2019

The Disneyland Band, along with Mickey Mouse and his friends, will be traveling down Main Street in Disneyland Park for some special performances beginning July 18th. Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade will take place twice a day along the parade route, with the Disneyland Band and Main Street vehicles, plus Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and … Temporary Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade Coming to Disneyland Starting July 18

D23 Expo to Include Disney Studio Store Hollywood, Exclusive Merchandise

By Tom Bell | Published July 9, 2019

The Disney Studio Store Hollywood will be back at this year’s D23 Expo, with collectible pins, spirit jerseys, and more. Pin collectors will have plenty to choose from with several limited edition pin series being released at the Expo: Beloved Tales & Dark Tales – 8 Beloved and 12 Dark, featuring iconic movie moments. [Limited … D23 Expo to Include Disney Studio Store Hollywood, Exclusive Merchandise

Halloween Screams Will Return to Disneyland Park This Fall

By Tom Bell | Published July 9, 2019

With the after hours Halloween party moving to Disney California Adventure this year, many thought that Halloween Screams, the fireworks show that was the highlight of Mickey’s Halloween Party, would not be presented at Disneyland Park. This morning, however, the Disneyland Resort shared that Halloween Screams WILL be returning most nights during Halloween Time. The … Halloween Screams Will Return to Disneyland Park This Fall

Disneyland Resort Responds to Guest Concerns Regarding Fight in Mickey’s Toontown

By Tom Bell | Published July 8, 2019

Following an incident this weekend in Disneyland Park, the Disneyland Resort took to social media to respond. Video of a fight which took place Saturday in Mickey’s Toontown has been shared all across social media, sparking concerns for security at the resort. Here is the official response from the Disneyland Resort: “In response to Guests’ … Disneyland Resort Responds to Guest Concerns Regarding Fight in Mickey’s Toontown