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.

Last Performance for Mickey’s Soundsational Parade at Disneyland is July 17

By Tom Bell | Published June 28, 2019

With the Main Street Electrical Parade returning to Disneyland Park on August 2nd, Mickey’s Soundsational Parade will once again go on hiatus in a few short weeks. The popular parade returned earlier this year with two new floats as part of Mickey & Minnie’s 90th birthday celebration. Your last chance to catch Mickey’s Soundsational Parade … Last Performance for Mickey’s Soundsational Parade at Disneyland is July 17

Details, Menu Released for ‘Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night’ Event at Animal Kingdom

By Tom Bell | Published June 28, 2019

Back in April, Walt Disney World announced a new progressive dining experience coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Now, with Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night set to begin in less that a month, we have more information about the Lion King themed event, which will include fun activities, live music, and food. Guests will enjoy … Details, Menu Released for ‘Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night’ Event at Animal Kingdom

Main Street Electrical Parade Returning to Disneyland Park on August 2

By Tom Bell | Published June 28, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has announced that the fan-favorite Main Street Electrical Parade will be returning to Disneyland Park for a limited time this summer. Look for nightly performances to begin August 2nd and continue through September 30th. Here’s a look at the classic parade the last time it returned to Anaheim: Source: Disney Parks Blog … Main Street Electrical Parade Returning to Disneyland Park on August 2

Joy and Sadness Celebrate the Opening of Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind at California Adventure

By Tom Bell | Published June 28, 2019

The construction walls came down yesterday and a few lucky guests got to take a spin, but today Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind had its official grand opening on Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure, with Joy and Sadness on hand to celebrate. We showed you a few pictures of the “new” attraction yesterday (MORE PICS), … Joy and Sadness Celebrate the Opening of Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind at California Adventure

Disneyland Park Opens Haunted Mansion Exhibit at the Disney Gallery

By Tom Bell | Published June 28, 2019

In celebration of the upcoming 50th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park, The Disney Gallery is now presenting Happy Haunts Materialize, a new exhibit featuring the art from, and inspired by, the classic attraction. The Disney Gallery is located on Main Street U.S.A. in the lobby of the Opera House.

Disneyland Resort Set to Open Pixar Pals Parking Structure on June 30

By Tom Bell | Published June 27, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has announced that the new Pixar Pals Parking Structure, which will add more than 5,000 spaces to the resort, is opening this Sunday, June 30th. Along with the new building located next to the 10,000 space Mickey & Friends Parking Structure, comes additional entry lanes into the structures and a new electronic … Disneyland Resort Set to Open Pixar Pals Parking Structure on June 30

Disney on Broadway to Celebrate 25 Years at the D23 Expo

By Tom Bell | Published June 27, 2019

The D23 Expo has announced that Disney on Broadway will continue its 25th anniversary celebration with a special concert during the Expo, plus even more fun on the Expo floor. Disney on Broadway: A 25th Anniversary Celebration will take place Saturday, August 24th at 3:30pm in Hall D23. The 75-minute concert is being hosted by … Disney on Broadway to Celebrate 25 Years at the D23 Expo

Walls Down at Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind in Disney California Adventure – PHOTOS

By Tom Bell | Published June 27, 2019 | Updated June 28, 2019

Disney California Adventure removed construction walls and allowed some guests to experience Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind, the newest attraction on Pixar Pier, a day early. MORE PICS FROM OPENING DAY The ride itself is an updated version of Flik’s Flyers, which was once a part of the now shuttered A Bug’s Land. Guests board one … Walls Down at Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind in Disney California Adventure – PHOTOS

Disneyland Annual Passholders Can Buy Discounted ‘Bring A Friend’ Tickets This Summer

By Tom Bell | Published June 27, 2019

The Disneyland Resort is offering its Annual Passholders a chance to Bring A Friend to the parks to check out all of the excitement that this summer has to offer, all at a significant discount. Now through August 30th, Passholders can purchase up a 1-Day Park Hopper for a friend at the low, low price … Disneyland Annual Passholders Can Buy Discounted ‘Bring A Friend’ Tickets This Summer

Disney’s Contemporary Resort Evacuated Due to Fire Alarm

By Tom Bell | Published June 25, 2019 | Updated June 26, 2019

The DIS has received word from a guest at Disney’s Contemporary Resort that the entire resort is being evacuated due to a fire alarm at Chef Mickey’s. We will continue to follow this story as it develops. @WaltDisneyWorld what is happening at the Contemporary Resort? We were just evacuated by fire alarm. I’m outside with … Disney’s Contemporary Resort Evacuated Due to Fire Alarm