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.

New Limited-Time Discounts on Ice Cream, Bowling for Disneyland Annual Passholders

By Tom Bell | Published May 13, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has announced two new limited-time discounts for Annual Passholders that are good on ice cream and bowling. First is a discount on ice cream at Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor in Disneyland Park and Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream in Disney California Adventure. Typically, the Annual Passholder discount doesn’t apply to these two … New Limited-Time Discounts on Ice Cream, Bowling for Disneyland Annual Passholders

Disneyland Shares 360 Video of Chess Room in Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Queue

By Tom Bell | Published May 13, 2019

The Disneyland Resort shared a new 360 video today that gives guests a look around the chess room inside the queue for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. Smugglers Run opens May 31st in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park, then August 29th at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Take a look around and let us know what … Disneyland Shares 360 Video of Chess Room in Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Queue

Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of May 13, 2019

By Tom Bell | Published May 13, 2019

Here are all of the new (and continuing) Disney Cruise Line special offers and discounts all in one place! Check back each week to see what’s new! You can also check our discounts page for up-to-date information or for even more help finding the cruise that’s perfect for your family and your budget, contact our … Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of May 13, 2019

Disney Shares a Closer Look at the Food and Menus for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

By Tom Bell | Published May 10, 2019

With opening day at Disneyland Park just a few weeks away, Disney is sharing more information and menus for the galactic food experiences coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. According to legend, the planet of Batuu has a “deep history of ‘farm to table’ style whole foods with cooking traditions passed down generation to generation, … Disney Shares a Closer Look at the Food and Menus for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Jaleo in Disney Springs to Host Their First Mother’s Day Brunch

By Tom Bell | Published May 10, 2019

If you’re at Walt Disney World this weekend and looking for a last-minute Mother’s Day Brunch, reservations are still available at Jaleo at Disney Springs. The popular new restaurant will be hosting their first Mother’s Day Brunch, complete with brunch tapas and sangria. Menu items include: Heuvos Estrellados [$9.00]: Traditional mix of fried potatoes and … Jaleo in Disney Springs to Host Their First Mother’s Day Brunch

Disney California Adventure Confirms Summer Open for Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind

By Tom Bell | Published May 10, 2019

Disney California Adventure has confirmed that the previously announced attraction, Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind, is expected to open this summer on Pixar Pier. The family-friendly attraction (which was Flik’s Flyers in another life) will invite guests to step aboard one of eight Memory Makers for a “sense-ational spin.” Here’s a look at more of the … Disney California Adventure Confirms Summer Open for Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind

M•A•C Cosmetics in Disney Springs to Debut Aladdin Collection

By Tom Bell | Published May 10, 2019

To celebrate the upcoming live-action remake, M•A•C Cosmetics and Disney have created a new collection inspired by Aladdin (or maybe Jasmine). The new line, which features shades of metallics, mattes, shimmers, and jewel-tones that “create looks for any world your adventures might take you,”will debut exclusively at the M•A•C store in Disney Springs at Walt … M•A•C Cosmetics in Disney Springs to Debut Aladdin Collection

Disneyland Resort Adds New Disney Flex Passport

By Tom Bell | Published May 9, 2019 | Updated May 21, 2019

Beginning May 21st, the Disneyland Resort will offer a new Annual Passport that will provide guests both flexibility and value. For $599, the new Disney Flex Passport will offer guests select days (currently 147) that are “good-to-go” during which they can access one or both theme parks. A limited numbers of days (15 during the … Disneyland Resort Adds New Disney Flex Passport

Rinse Bath & Body Co. is Now Open in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort

By Tom Bell | Published May 8, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has announced that Rinse Bath & Body Co. is now open at the west end of Downtown Disney! The store features handcrafted soaps, body oils, lip balms, beard bars, and bath & shower bombs. With the grand opening, Rinse is releasing a new park-inspired series of lip balms! The Best Day Ever … Rinse Bath & Body Co. is Now Open in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort

Walt Disney Co. 2nd Quarter Earnings Report Shows Small Gain in Revenue Over Last Year

By Tom Bell | Published May 8, 2019

This afternoon, The Walt Disney Company released their earnings report for the 2nd fiscal quarter of 2019 (ending March 31, 2019), showing revenue up 3% and income down 10%. Chairman and CEO Bob Iger said in a statement, We’re very pleased with our Q2 results and thrilled with the record-breaking success of Avengers: Endgame, which … Walt Disney Co. 2nd Quarter Earnings Report Shows Small Gain in Revenue Over Last Year