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 CEO Bob Iger Talks Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disney+, and What’s Next in 2019

By Tom Bell | Published June 23, 2019

In a brief interview conducted recently by Barron’s, Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, shared his thoughts about a busy 2019, including the successful launch of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and the upcoming release of Disney’s new streaming service, Disney+. Of the recent opening of Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park, Iger said that … Disney CEO Bob Iger Talks Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disney+, and What’s Next in 2019

Disney Parks on Both Coasts Have Added Imagination Pink Treats

By Tom Bell | Published June 21, 2019

The latest color trend to hit Disney Parks is Imagination Pink and along with the requisite spirit jerseys and headbands, the chefs and candy makers on both coasts have added some appropriately colored treats. Many of these treats will only be around for the summer, so get them while you can. DISNEYLAND RESORT Imagination Pink … Disney Parks on Both Coasts Have Added Imagination Pink Treats

Mears Now Partnering with Uber Taxi at Orlando International Airport

By Tom Bell | Published June 21, 2019

Mears has expanded its partnership with Uber and, beginning today, Uber Taxi will be available at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Guests accessing the Uber app, will now see “Taxi” alongside UberXL or UberBlack. UberTaxi will be available outside doors 14 and 20. Rates are the same as standard Mears taxi rates. Source: FOX35 Image: MCO … Mears Now Partnering with Uber Taxi at Orlando International Airport

Marvel’s Chris Hemsworth Among 2020 Honorees on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

By Tom Bell | Published June 21, 2019

Thursday, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced the 2020 class of honorees that will receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The list includes several names that are familiar to Disney/Marvel Fans. Among the honorees are actor Chris Hemsworth (Thor films, The Avengers films), actor Laurence Fishburne (Ant-Man and the Wasp), and Academy Award … Marvel’s Chris Hemsworth Among 2020 Honorees on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

More Details About Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind, Opening this Month at California Adventure

By Tom Bell | Published June 20, 2019

Disney California Adventure has release a few more tidbits about Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind, which is opening soon on Pixar Pier, including the news that it will be opening later this month. The updated version of Flik’s Flyers will have guests boarding one of eight Memory Movers and taking a “sense-ational spin” to help Riley’s … More Details About Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind, Opening this Month at California Adventure

Disneyland Resort Shares Dates and Pricing for Grad Nite 2020

By Tom Bell | Published June 20, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has announced the dates for the Class of 2020’s Grad Nite event which will be held 16 nights in May and June of next year. Once again, the party will be held after-hours at Disney California Adventure from 9:00pm to 2:00am, with schools having the option of upgrading their tickets for even … Disneyland Resort Shares Dates and Pricing for Grad Nite 2020

Meet Composer Tyler Bates, Singer Matthew Morrison, and More at the D23 Expo

By Tom Bell | Published June 20, 2019

Plans for the upcoming D23 Expo continue to expand, and this time around we have an update from the Disney Music Group which will once again host the Disney Music Emporium, a pop-up shop filled with exclusive merchandise and celebrity appearances. The exact schedule of album signings has not been released, but you can look … Meet Composer Tyler Bates, Singer Matthew Morrison, and More at the D23 Expo

Plaza Inn Hosting Fourth of July Fireworks Dining Package at Disneyland

By Tom Bell | Published June 20, 2019

Disneyland’s popular Plaza Inn restaurant will be hosting a special dining package on July 4th that includes dinner, fireworks viewing and a light-up lanyard. Adults will enjoy Slow-roasted Barbecue Pork, Fried Chicken Breast, Smoked Bratwurst with Golden Mustard Sauce, Fresh Watermelon, Corn on the Cob, House-made Cornbread, Sweet Baked Beans, Mac & Cheese, and Classic … Plaza Inn Hosting Fourth of July Fireworks Dining Package at Disneyland

Know Before You Go: Tips For Visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Starting June 24

By Tom Bell | Published June 19, 2019 | Updated June 24, 2019

With the end of the initial reservation-only period for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge fast approaching, the Disneyland Resort has released more information about how guests will be able to access the newest area in Disneyland Park beginning June 24th! Guests are advised to download the Disneyland App, as that will be the easiest way to … Know Before You Go: Tips For Visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Starting June 24

Walt Disney and Fox Studios See Third Round of Layoffs

By Tom Bell | Published June 19, 2019

Variety is reporting that The Walt Disney Studios and 20th Century Fox has issued another round of layoffs across several divisions of its film groups. Today’s layoff of a few dozen employees is smaller than the previous layoffs that happened most recently in May, and before that in March, just after Disney’s acquisition of Fox … Walt Disney and Fox Studios See Third Round of Layoffs